CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) — A new energy-price report issued by NEADA warns that rising electricity rates this winter could hit West Virginia households especially hard, adding to mounting financial pressure on low- and middle-income families.

The group’s 2025 winter outlook highlights a sharp increase in electricity prices nationwide — a trend that comes at a critical time for states like West Virginia, where power costs are already climbing.

Why West Virginia May Be Hit Hard

Historically among states with lower electricity rates, West Virginia has seen costs jump in recent years. A recent analysis noted that rising power demands — especially driven by data-center growth and broader regional grid demand — have contributed to higher prices, even for consumers in West Virginia.

NEADA’s

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