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Rising wholesale power, materials costs driving 5% increase on BRE member bills

Blue Ridge Energy is raising rates by 5 percent for its members, citing increased wholesale power costs and materials expenses for the electric system. The increase translates to an average of $7.25 per month for a typical member.

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