UGI Utilities, Inc. - Gas Division filed a request with the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) on January 28, 2026, seeking to increase its base rates for residential, commercial, and industrial customers by $99.4 million annually. The proposed increase is intended to recover UGI’s investments in system upgrades and ensure the continued safety and reliability of natural gas service.
UGI, which serves more than 700,000 customers across 46 counties in Pennsylvania, stated that the rate adjustment is necessary to maintain aging infrastructure and fund capital improvements. The company has not yet provided details on how the increase would be allocated among customer classes, but the filing will be subject to PUC review and public comment before any changes take effect.
This announcement comes as energy costs remain a concern for many households and businesses. If approved, the rate hike would impact a broad swath of Pennsylvania residents and commercial entities. UGI emphasizes that the investment in infrastructure is critical for long-term service reliability and safety. UGI Utilities has not specified a timeline for the PUC’s decision.
For more information, the full announcement is available here.
