Comprehensive Guide to Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L)
Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L) is a utility company that serves 1.1 million customers in central and northern New Jersey. It is a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. and operates within 13 counties, including Burlington, Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Passaic, Somerset, Sussex, Union, and Warren counties.
Customers using renewable energy sources that are eligible for net metering can follow a specific interconnection process. This process includes submitting an Interconnection Application Agreement, a One-Line Diagram, and a Site Plan. There are different interconnection costs for Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 customers.
Billing and Rates:
JCP&L provides detailed information on its charges and billing practices. Customers can compare their current rates with those offered by third-party suppliers to potentially save money. The "Price to Compare" is a useful tool for this comparison.
For reporting power outages or emergencies, customers can call 1-888-LIGHTSS (1-888-544-4877). JCP&L also has a Storm Center for updates on storm-related outages.