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24 Month Fixed Rate
17.2
¢
effective rate per kWh
Pollution Free e-Plus 24 Preferred
- 24
- monthsmo.
- Avg. BillAvg.
- $212
Plan Details
Pollution Free e-Plus 24 Preferred Details
Fixed Rate
Plan Type
24 Months
Locked Rate
$295
Early Termination Fee
(Note: The Early Termination Fee will not be charged if you end your contract early because you are moving out.)
Safe-Rate™ Analysis:
Safe-Rate™ Score: 10 out of 10
Our Safe-Rate™ Score for this plan is considered Very Good.
A higher Safe-Rate™ score means more predictable pricing and fewer surprises on your bill.
The table below estimates what your average price per kWh would be for different monthly energy usage:
| Monthly Usage | 250 kWh | 500 kWh | 750 kWh | 1000 kWh | 1250 kWh | 1500 kWh | 1750 kWh | 2000 kWh | 2250 kWh | 2500 kWh | 2750 kWh | 3000 kWh |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price Per kWh | 18.7¢ | 17.7¢ | 17.4¢ | 17.2¢ | 17.1¢ | 17.0¢ | 17.0¢ | 16.9¢ | 16.9¢ | 16.9¢ | 16.9¢ | 16.9¢ |
TruBill™ Estimations
Using our TruBill™ algorithm, we estimate your monthly electricity bill based on typical home energy usage.
The Typical Monthly Usage column shows your usage during average weather — not too hot, not too cold. Because Texas summers drive AC usage up and mild months bring it down, your actual bill will vary. Minimum reflects your lowest expected bill in mild months; Maximum reflects peak summer; Average is the estimated mean across all twelve months.
| Typical Monthly Usage | Minimum Bill | Maximum Bill | Average Bill | Average Annual Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small Homes (500-1,200 sq. ft.) - Apartments, Condos, Starter Homes | ||||
| 250 kWh | $40.77 | $80.53 | $57.00 | $684.00 |
| 500 kWh | $76.65 | $156.16 | $108.00 | $1,296.00 |
| 750 kWh | $112.52 | $231.79 | $160.00 | $1,920.00 |
| 1000 kWh | $148.40 | $307.43 | $212.00 | $2,544.00 |
| Average Homes (1,300-2,200 sq. ft.) - Typical 3-4 Bedroom Family Homes | ||||
| 1250 kWh | $184.27 | $383.06 | $263.00 | $3,156.00 |
| 1500 kWh | $220.14 | $458.69 | $315.00 | $3,780.00 |
| 1750 kWh | $256.02 | $534.32 | $367.00 | $4,404.00 |
| 2000 kWh | $291.89 | $609.95 | $419.00 | $5,028.00 |
| Large Homes (2,300-3,500+ sq. ft.) - Multi-AC Homes, Large Families | ||||
| 2250 kWh | $327.76 | $685.58 | $470.00 | $5,640.00 |
| 2500 kWh | $363.64 | $761.21 | $522.00 | $6,264.00 |
| 2750 kWh | $399.51 | $836.85 | $574.00 | $6,888.00 |
| 3000 kWh | $435.39 | $912.48 | $625.00 | $7,500.00 |
Energy Guide For Cost Range of Similar Plans
Advertised Rate Cost at 1000 kWh
Our Assessment:
This is a "No Gimmicks" Fixed Rate plan which means you have a consistent energy charge of 11.6¢ per kWh no matter how much (or little) energy you use.
You will have more predictable bill based solely on your usage.
Plan Renewal:
If you order this plan and start it today, you will be up for renewal 24 months from now in July of 2028.You might consider a different length plan, because this plan will expire in July when rates are seasonally higher.
Electricity rates are generally highest from June through September.
Rates as of Jul 24, 2026 at 08:30 PM
Our Take on Green Mountain Energy
Green Mountain Energy, is one of the orginal Texas Retail Energy Providers. It was purchsed by NRG in 2010, and remains an NRG premium sub brand (like Reliant, Cirro, etc) As a Premium Brand - you will pay higher prices than other green energy providers. Green Mountain Energy prices are generally the highest priced plans.
As one of the senior . . . 25 year+ Retail Electricity brands in Texas - Green Mountain is about as solid as they get. It's owned by NRG so there's deep pockets. Modern account management tools, energy managaement Apps, email alerts and all the bells and whistles you could want from an electricity provider.
Green Mountain is the "Green Energy Company" that all others aim for.
Green Mountain Energy is the Whole Foods of electricity companies. They do green energy really well, make you feel good, and walk the walk with support of green initatives. So if you support green energy and climate change iniatives, then Green Mountain should be considered.
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Houston - Centerpoint Service Area Plans
| Plan | Term | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Pollution Free e-Plus 24 Preferred | 24/months | 17.2¢/kWh |
Rates as of Jul 24, 2026 at 08:30 PM
Dallas - Oncor Service Area Plans
| Plan | Term | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Pollution Free e-Plus 24 Preferred | 24/months | 18.2¢/kWh |
Rates as of Jul 24, 2026 at 08:30 PM
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Green Mountain Energy Plan Analysis
Pollution Free e-Plus 24 Preferred
Our Rating:
Plan Term: 24 Months
Plan Type: Fixed Rate
Green Mountain's Pollution Free e-Plus 24 Preferred is a standard fixed-rate green energy plan. What that means, specifically, is that the plan's rates are a little bit more expensive becuase it comes from renewable energy resources. You're paying a bit more to be carbon conscious, which is standard operating procedure. Other than that, it's a pretty standard flat-rate plan, with consistent charges across the three usage tiers, and no monthly recurring charge. For anyone who makes environmentally friendly energy a priority, this is a good plan to consider.
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