Hearings Set as UniSource Gas Eyes Controversial Rate Hike This Year

Mohave County’s largest energy provider has announced upcoming rate increases for its natural gas customers. This decision comes on the heels of previous electricity rate hikes that affected residents in Lake Havasu City and Kingman last year.

As consumers brace for a rise in their energy bills, concerns over affordability and the impact on household budgets are escalating. Many local residents are expressing frustration, having already adjusted to recent price increases in their electricity supply.

The energy provider has not disclosed the specific percentage increases planned for natural gas rates, but officials emphasize the need for these adjustments to maintain infrastructure and service reliability. Industry analysts suggest that rate hikes could become a recurring issue, given ongoing inflationary pressures and rising operational costs.

As residents prepare for these changes, conversations about energy affordability and the future of energy regulation are likely to intensify in local communities.