Electric Aggregation Program 2027 -2029

New Three-Year Electric Aggregation Agreement Secures Fixed Rate Through 2029

The City of West Carrollton, through the Miami Valley Technology and Communications Group (MVTCG), has secured a new three-year electric aggregation agreement with Dynegy, establishing a fixed electricity supply rate for participating residents and small businesses from January 2027 through December 2029.

The new agreement establishes a rate of 11.53 cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh), compared to the current aggregation rate of 9.049 cents per kWh, which remains in effect through December 2026.

While the new rate is higher than both the current aggregation rate and AES Ohio’s current standard supply rate, the agreement is designed to provide long-term price stability amid rising electricity costs. Recent electricity supply auctions indicate that AES Ohio’s standard rate is expected to increase beginning in June 2027, with additional changes anticipated in 2028 and 2029.

The program remains voluntary, and participants may leave at any time without an early termination fee.

Electric Aggregation Rate Comparison

Note: The rate increase applies to the electricity generation supply portion of your bill, not your total monthly electric bill.

Why Is the Electric Aggregation Rate Increasing?

Electricity prices have increased across Ohio due to rising wholesale electricity costs and higher generation capacity costs. Growing electricity demand, including demand from large data centers, has also contributed to higher costs for maintaining sufficient electricity generation resources.

The previous aggregation agreement secured a competitive rate under different market conditions. The new rate of 11.53 cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh) reflects current electricity market pricing.

Why Is the New Aggregation Rate Higher Than AES Ohio’s Current Rate?

The new aggregation rate of 11.53 cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh) will initially be higher than AES Ohio’s standard electricity supply rate. However, the three-year agreement was selected to provide long-term price stability amid changing electricity market conditions. Recent electricity supply auctions indicate that AES Ohio’s standard supply rate is expected to increase beginning in June 2027, with additional rate changes anticipated in 2028 and 2029.

Unlike rates that may fluctuate over time, the aggregation agreement establishes a fixed electricity supply rate through December 2029. This provides participating residents and small businesses with greater predictability when planning their electricity expenses.

The fixed rate does not guarantee the lowest available electricity price. Residents may compare other electricity supply options and leave the aggregation program at any time without an early termination fee.

To view an apples-to-apples comparison of other energy rates, visit http://www.energychoice.ohio.gov/

Frequently Asked Questions

What Is Electric Aggregation?

Electric aggregation allows communities to combine their purchasing power to negotiate electricity supply rates on behalf of eligible residents and small businesses.

West Carrollton participates through the Miami Valley Technology and Communications Group (MVTCG), which selected Dynegy as the electric generation supplier for the January 2027 through December 2029 agreement.

When Will the New Rate Take Effect?

The new fixed electricity supply rate of 11.53 cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh) will take effect beginning with the January 2027 billing period, depending on each customer’s meter-reading and enrollment schedule.

Customers should see the new rate reflected on their electric bills following the transition.

Do I Need to Enroll in the New Program?

No action is required for eligible customers to participate. Eligible residents and small businesses will be automatically enrolled unless they choose to opt out.

Dynegy will mail eligible customers a notification explaining the new agreement and providing instructions for opting out.

Who Is Eligible to Participate?

Most residential and small business customers located within West Carrollton who receive electricity through AES Ohio are eligible to participate.

Certain customers may not qualify for automatic enrollment, including those who have an existing agreement with another electricity supplier, appear on the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio’s (PUCO) “Do Not Aggregate” list, or are behind on utility payments.

How Do I Opt Out of the Program?

Participation in the electric aggregation program is voluntary. Eligible residents and small businesses will receive a notification letter from Dynegy explaining the new agreement and providing instructions for opting out. Customers who choose not to participate should follow the instructions and deadline included in their notification letter.

Participants may also leave the program at any time without an early termination fee.

What If I Already Have Another Electricity Supplier?

Customers who currently have an agreement with another electricity supplier may choose to switch to Dynegy’s aggregation program. Before switching, customers should review their existing supplier agreement carefully, as cancellation fees or other contractual restrictions may apply.

Is There an Early Termination Fee?

No. Customers participating in the community electric aggregation program may leave at any time without paying an early termination fee.

Will I Continue to Receive My Electric Bill From AES Ohio?

Yes. AES Ohio will continue to deliver electricity, maintain power lines, respond to outages, and issue your monthly electric bill. Dynegy will be responsible for supplying electricity through the aggregation program.

Will My Automatic Payments Change?

No. If you currently have automatic payments set up for your AES Ohio electric bill, your payment arrangements will remain the same.

Will My Budget Billing Change?

Customers enrolled in AES Ohio’s budget billing program should be aware that Dynegy does not automatically include electricity generation charges in AES Ohio’s budget billing arrangement. Customers with at least 10 months of billing history may qualify for a separate budget billing arrangement for their electricity generation charges through Dynegy. Additional eligibility requirements apply.

For questions about budget billing options and eligibility, contact Dynegy at 1-888-682-2170.

Is There a Renewable Energy Option?

Yes. Dynegy offers an optional electricity supply rate of 11.73 cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh) backed by 100% Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs).

Customers interested in this option may contact Dynegy at 1-888-682-2170 to enroll.

Can I Participate if I Have Solar Panels?

Yes. Customers with accounts enrolled in their electric utility’s net-metering program may participate in the electric aggregation program. Customers should review their existing net-metering arrangements and contact Dynegy with questions about how participation may affect their electricity supply charges.

Who Should I Contact if My Power Goes Out?

AES Ohio will continue to maintain the electrical distribution system and respond to power outages and service interruptions. Customers should continue reporting outages and electric service issues directly to AES Ohio.

Who Should I Contact With Questions About the Aggregation Program?

For questions about enrollment, rates, opting out, or other program details, contact Dynegy.

Dynegy Customer Service

Phone: 1-888-682-2170

Hours: Daily, 8 a.m. – 11 p.m.

Email: [email protected]

Additional Resources

For more information about the 2027–2029 Electric Aggregation Program, please review the following document:

Dynegy Community Letter