Delmarva Power Rate Hike Approved | Dover News

Dover News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 4, 2026 · 1m

Delmarva Power’s customers brace for a July 9th interim rate hike—approved 4-1 by the Delaware Public Service Commission—after new state laws tighten utility rate controls. The increase, half of what the utility originally asked for, stems from a statute allowing automatic adjustments, sparking commissioner concerns over insufficient review time. If no final decision is made by December 9th, a steeper 75% rate could kick in. Meanwhile, the governor backs the new legislation and is advancing community solar projects to reshape Delaware’s energy future. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a…