Richmond Gas Works customers may soon see their monthly bills increase by 40% — about $38. The city warned of the news in a press release Friday.
The price hike is connected to an international natural gas shortage . Globally, demand for natural gas has outpaced supply. In Richmond, officials say the wholesale cost has doubled from 57 cents per 100 cubic feet to $1.13. Consumers saw a similar rise last fall , although the bill bump was smaller at around $13.
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