Lower Valley Energy Announces 5.0% Natural Gas Rate Reduction
Posted: September 5, 2025
PrintAfton, WY – Lower Valley Energy is pleased to announce a natural gas rate decrease of 5.0%, effective September 1, 2025. The Board of Directors approved this reduction last week as part of the cooperative’s ongoing commitment to delivering the most affordable energy solutions to its member-owners.
The rate decrease amounts to approximately 7.0 cents, representing a 5.0% reduction for most members. The exact savings will vary by rate class, with all customer segments benefiting from the reduction. For typical residential customers, this translates to meaningful monthly savings during the upcoming heating season.
This rate reduction reflects Lower Valley Energy’s strategic approach to energy cost management through proactive hedging activities that have successfully protected members from market volatility while capturing cost savings opportunities. Recent declines in wholesale natural gas prices have created additional savings that Lower Valley Energy is passing directly to its members, reinforcing the cooperative’s fundamental principle of providing energy at cost.
As a member-owned cooperative, Lower Valley Energy operates exclusively for the benefit of its members rather than shareholders. This structure ensures that all financial benefits, including rate reductions like this one, flow directly to the communities and families the cooperative serves. The organization remains committed to delivering reliable, affordable energy services while maintaining exceptional service standards.
Lower Valley Energy continues to demonstrate that cooperative ownership delivers real value to rural communities, with strategic energy management practices that prioritize member savings and long-term affordability.
