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July 18, 2025 Cordia Energy Center Harrisburg Files Rate Adjustment Request with PUC

First request since 2013; reflects increased costs of service

Harrisburg, PA (July 18, 2025) – For the first time in nearly 12 years, Cordia Energy Center Harrisburg (ECH) has filed a request with the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) to adjust the non-fuel portion of its steam rates. The company’s last base rate filing occurred in 2013.

The requested adjustment reflects rising costs associated with providing reliable steam service, including continued investments in infrastructure, equipment, and staffing to maintain service quality for its customers.

“This rate increase is necessary to restore reasonable earnings and to support the investments we’ve made to ensure reliable service,” said Mark Schneider, East Region President at Cordia.

Steam bills for ECH customers are comprised of two components: fuel and non-fuel. Fuel costs—such as natural gas and other production-related commodities—are passed directly to customers on a dollar-for-dollar basis and are reconciled annually before the PUC. The non-fuel component, which includes operating costs such as plant equipment, staffing, and maintenance, is determined in general base rate proceedings like the one now under review.

This filing addresses only the non-fuel portion of the bill.

ECH provides steam service to approximately 100 customer accounts in downtown Harrisburg, including the Capitol Complex and other state office buildings. The proposed rate adjustment would increase overall customer bills by approximately 11.6%.

Under the proposal:

  • Residential customers using 8 Mlbs. of steam per month would see their monthly bill rise from $215 to $243, an increase of $28 or approximately 13%.
  • Commercial customers using 40 Mlbs. per month would see an increase from $1,074 to $1,217, up $143 or about 13%.
  • Large customers using 500 Mlbs. per month would see an increase from $13,425 to $15,215, up $1,790 or about 13%.

Additionally, ECH is proposing to transition customers from a usage-based distribution charge to a fixed monthly capacity charge, which would provide greater billing stability and align charges with system demands.

If approved, the new rates would take effect on September 16, 2025. However, the PUC may suspend the effective date as it reviews the request. The review process can take up to nine months from the date of filing.

Customers with questions about the filing can contact Cordia Energy Center Harrisburg at (717) 234-4600 or the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission at 1-800-782-1110.

About Cordia

Cordia is a leading provider of safe, reliable, and sustainable energy solutions. Headquartered in Phoenix, AZ, Cordia serves over 700 customers with heating, cooling, and electricity throughout the U.S. Cordia is committed to driving change toward a more resilient, sustainable energy future and empowering people and communities to reach their full potential. Learn more at www.cordiaenergy.com.