Linda Price+FollowEl Paso bills drop, taxes shift, and UTEP fees climbEl Paso Electric customers in Texas are getting a break on their bills this fall, with refunds averaging $25 and a 7.5% drop in monthly costs through November—thanks to the utility’s profitable energy trades. Meanwhile, El Paso ISD homeowners could see lower school taxes if a new exemption passes, but the county is raising its tax rate, meaning higher bills for many. UTEP students face a big jump in union fees, approved by a slim vote, to fund much-needed campus upgrades. With all these changes, how are you feeling about the shifting costs of living and learning in El Paso? #Business #ElPaso #ElectricBills00Share
awaters+FollowWhy Your Power Bill Is Creeping UpEver wonder why your electric bill keeps climbing, even if you’re not blasting the AC? Turns out, the massive data centers powering your favorite apps and AI tools are gobbling up electricity—sometimes more than entire cities! States are scrambling to figure out if regular folks are footing the bill for Big Tech’s energy appetite. Some are pushing for tech giants to pay more, but for now, your wallet might be helping keep the internet running. #Business #Industry #ElectricBills2575Share
