Client's February bill from LG&E showed transmission charges jumped from $2,847 to $5,693 with no explanation. Same kWh usage as January but double the transmission cost. Called LG&E and they claim it's due to PJM transmission rate updates but the math doesn't add up. Anyone else in Kentucky seeing similar spikes? This looks like an error or unauthorized rate change.
LG&E transmission charges doubled overnight - anyone else seeing this?
I've got three accounts in Lexington with similar issues. Transmission charges went up 80-120% between January and February bills. KU customers are reporting the same thing. Something's definitely wrong with how PJM charges are being allocated. The Kentucky PSC needs to investigate this immediately.
We're seeing transmission spikes in Wisconsin too but not quite as dramatic. Wisconsin Public Service customers saw 40-60% increases. Sounds like there's a regional transmission cost allocation issue affecting multiple utilities. Have you filed formal complaints with the Kentucky PSC yet?
Filed complaints with PSC yesterday for all affected accounts. LG&E claims the increases are legitimate but won't provide detailed backup calculations. Their explanation about PJM cost allocation changes doesn't justify a 100% overnight increase. I suspect there's a billing system error or improper application of new rate schedules.
Update - got confirmation from PSC that LG&E applied wrong transmission rate multipliers in their billing system. They're supposed to issue credits next month for the overcharges. Total recovery for my three accounts should be around $18,000. Always pays to challenge suspicious rate increases immediately.
Entergy Arkansas had similar transmission billing errors last year. Took four months to get credits issued. Good catch on the rate multiplier problem - that's exactly the kind of technical detail utilities hope customers won't notice or understand.