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UGI Wins PUC Approval to Cap Gas Rate Hike at 10%, Saving Customers from 25% Increase

UGI Utilities wins PUC approval to cap natural gas rate increase at 10% instead of 25% for March 2026, benefiting 760,000+ PA and MD customers with lower heating bills.

This regulatory decision directly impacts over 760,000 UGI customers across Pennsylvania and Maryland by significantly reducing their upcoming natural gas bills. With energy costs being a substantial portion of household expenses, particularly during winter months, this cap prevents what would have been a dramatic 25% increase, instead limiting it to 10%. For families and businesses already facing inflationary pressures, this represents meaningful savings and greater budget predictability. The outcome demonstrates how utility regulation can effectively balance company cost recovery with consumer protection, especially important as energy markets remain volatile. It also sets a precedent for how utilities can proactively work with regulators to mitigate price shocks, potentially influencing future rate cases in Pennsylvania and beyond.