Highlights: January 2025

• Wholesale electricity prices for markets east of the Rockies had a large range during January 2025, as the eastern part of the country experienced stretches of below average temperatures, resulting in spikes in wholesale electricity prices in these regions during the month.

• Daily peak demand at Southern Company and Bonneville Power Administration topped 12-month ranges during January 2025.

• Net electricity generation in the United States increased 5.5% compared with January 2024, as the country experienced below-average temperatures during the month, which led to increased demand for electricity.

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