The Nura Blog
Tips, insights, and news about saving on your energy bill.
Why Does Electricity Cost More at Certain Hours of the Day?
Most people think electricity has one price. But if you're on a Time-of-Use plan, you're paying nearly double during certain hours of the day. Here's why, who it hits hardest, and what you can do about it.
Is the AI Boom Actually Driving Up Your Electric Bill?
AI data centers are driving up electricity costs, but they're not the whole story. Here's what's actually raising your bill and what could fix it.
How the War in Iran Could Raise Your Electricity Bill
What the conflict means for energy prices, who gets hit hardest, and what you can do about it.
What Is PG&E’s New Base Services Charge?
PG&E added a new Base Services Charge in March 2026. Here’s what the fixed monthly fee means and whether it will raise or lower your electricity bill.
Why Did My PG&E Bill Spike This Winter?
How does a PG&E bill nearly triple in one month when you barely touched the thermostat? We talked to rate design experts and energy pricing researchers at Berkeley to find out — and the answer isn't "you used more electricity".