Summary
Most Salt Lake City residents will soon be automatically enrolled in a clean energy program managed by Rocky Mountain Power unless they choose to opt out. The program adds about $4 a month to residential electricity bills to support renewable power generation.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
Residential customers will see an approximate $4 monthly charge unless they opt out, with low-income assistance credits available.
Residents and businesses seeking broader access to renewable electricity sources on the regional grid.
Customers who do not wish to participate and fail to opt out before billing begins may incur unexpected monthly charges or future termination fees.
Mentions & discussions (9)
Council Work Session Meeting - Oct 20, 2026
Most Salt Lake City residents will soon be automatically enrolled in a clean energy program managed by Rocky Mountain Power unless they choose to opt out. The program adds about $4 a month to residential electricity bills to support renewable power generation.
16 Utah Cities Choose to Opt-in to Groundbreaking Clean Energy Program to Bring 100% Clean Energy to Grid
16 Utah Cities Choose to Opt-in to Groundbreaking Clean Energy Program to Bring 100% Clean Energy to Grid CleanTechnica
In conservative Utah, some communities are ditching fossil fuel power for clean energy
In conservative Utah, some communities are ditching fossil fuel power for clean energy NPR
In conservative Utah, some communities are ditching fossil fuel power for clean energy
In conservative Utah, some communities are ditching fossil fuel power for clean energy NCPR: North Country Public Radio
Coming soon to your monthly power bill in SLC: a $4 clean energy fee
Coming soon to your monthly power bill in SLC: a $4 clean energy fee The Salt Lake Tribune
LBA, CRA and Council Formal Meeting - Apr 21, 2026
The city is joining a program to provide residents with a renewable energy option on their power bills. Most residents will be automatically enrolled but can opt out.
Council Work Session Meeting - Apr 14, 2026
The city is joining a program to provide clean energy to residents. Most people will be automatically enrolled, so you'll need to opt out if you don't want to pay the extra $4 monthly fee.
Council Work Session Meeting - Dec 9, 2025
The city is considering joining a regional program to source 100% clean energy. Residents would be automatically enrolled but could opt out, with potential monthly bill impacts of $3-$4.
Salt Lake City opts into renewable energy program. Here's what it means
SALT LAKE CITY — Utah's capital city has opted into a new clean energy program that its leaders say makes a big leap toward solving air quality and other environmental challenges facing the city and...
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