Higher fuel costs and increased federal regulations on air emissions from coal-fired power plants are the key reasons for rising electric bills. The OUCC's Understanding Electric Rates (http://www.in.gov/oucc/2389.htm) and Reduce Your Winter Energy Bill (http://www.in.gov/oucc/2397.htm) brochures can help consumers better understand billing components and ways to conserve energy. For more information on specific Indiana electric utility rates, visit http://www.in.gov/oucc/2468.htm.