Electric prices in Pennsylvania are going up next month.

The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission is alerting customers to an increase in prices on Dec. 1, encouraging those who are worried about their bills to call their utility companies to discuss affordability options and assistance programs now.

The generation/supply charge, which is the cost of the energy you use, accounting for about half of an electric bill, will increase for multiple utility companies, the commission said. In the Pittsburgh area, Duquesne Light's generation/supply charge will increase about 10% and West Penn Power's will increase about 6%.

The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission says there are funds to help customers who are struggling, and the best way to get help is by calling your utility company.

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