State utility regulator opens investigation into rising gas, electricity costs

By: Liam Niemeyer

Outlets: Kentucky Lantern

Published: August 26, 2026

Words: 224

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 5 days ago

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Kentucky’s utility regulator has launched an effort to study the affordability of electric and natural gas utility service for residential ratepayers, arguing that utility access is “fundamental to the health, safety, and well-being of Kentuckians.”

A Wednesday press release from the Kentucky Public Service Commission says federal data shows the cost of electricity for residential ratepayers in Kentucky has increased by 21.8% from 2020 to 2025.

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