Since the Dominion Energy acquisition, I'm having trouble keeping up with all the tariff revisions for former SCE&G gas customers here in Columbia. Rate schedules seem to be changing every few months. Is anyone else tracking these changes systematically? My commercial clients are getting confused by all the bill format changes and rate adjustments. Some are seeing increases, others decreases, no clear pattern.
SCE&G Gas Tariff Changes - Anyone Tracking These?
Marcus, the Dominion transition has been messy from a regulatory tracking standpoint. They're trying to harmonize the legacy SCE&G gas territories with their existing Virginia operations, which means lots of tariff adjustments. I'd recommend subscribing to the South Carolina PSC's electronic filing system - you'll get automatic notifications when Dominion files tariff revisions. The rate changes are mostly driven by their system integration costs and updated depreciation schedules.
I've been dealing with similar issues on the Tennessee side with former SCANA territories. The key is understanding that Dominion is phasing in their standard rate design over 3-4 years to minimize customer impact. What's frustrating is the lack of clear communication about upcoming changes. I've had to file multiple discovery requests just to get advance notice of rate adjustments for my larger commercial clients.