Philly water bills will rise in September. But more people are getting automatically enrolled in a discount program

About 4,500 Philadelphia residents could lose access to their water, according to city officials — an 80% drop in potential water shutoffs compared to pre-pandemic times.

The average electric bill will increase by at least $20 because of the state’s annual energy auction.

Utility customers applying for LIHEAP can now check a box that will allow their information to be shared with participating gas and electric utilities.