Analysis projects higher household energy costs across the US through 2040
Energy Innovation modeling reported by AP estimates households will pay an average of $6,500 more cumulatively through 2040 under recent federal policy changes.
- Publish date: 2026-10-02
- Category: Standards & Policy
- Original source: Associated Press
- Reading time: 1 min
Long-term cost estimate
The analysis projects an average additional $6,500 in household energy spending through 2040 in the contiguous United States.
Electricity supply assumptions
The think tank says canceled wind, solar and hydrogen projects could increase natural-gas demand for electricity; the estimate is a model, not a measured bill change.