Arizona's Sky-High Summer Bills | Phoenix News

Arizona’s sweltering summer is driving electricity bills to record highs—up to $1,060 just for cooling, nearly double what North Dakota residents pay. With energy costs soaring 40% since 2020, air conditioning isn’t a luxury in states like Arizona, Texas, and Florida—it’s survival. Now, utility APS wants to hike rates by $20/month and tweak pricing rules to make future hikes easier. The Attorney General is fighting back, arguing data centers should shoulder the cost, not everyday families. A legal showdown is heating up as residents struggle to stay cool and pay the price. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ff8d20d72b5291d6