UNDERSTANDING YOUR

Residential TDSP (TDU) Charges

TDSP (or TDU) charges refer to fees levied by Transmission and Distribution Service Providers (TDSPs) for the delivery of electricity from the power generation facilities to you as a customer of OnPoint Energy.

TDSP charges are separate from the charges for the actual electricity consumed, which are billed by the retail electricity providers. TDSP charges are itemized on your OnPoint Energy bill, and the rates vary by region and TDSP.

See the current charges by TDSP below.

Residential TDSP Charges
AEP_TX_TCC
AEP_TCC
AEP_TX_TNC
AEP_TNC
CenterPoint
Oncor
TNMP
CNPT
Per Month Flat Charge:
$4.79
$4.79
$4.79
$4.79
$4.39
$4.23
$7.85
$4.39
Per kWh Charge:
$0.055254
$0.055254
$0.051265
$0.051265
$0.053770
$0.050979
$0.060465
$0.053770

UPDATED: 12-21-23

The TDSP Delivery Charge includes both monthly fees and usage-based fees, which are passed on to you directly by your local TDSP without any markup. These charges are meant to cover the cost of maintaining the wires that bring electricity to your home and distributing the electricity itself. The amount you pay for TDSP Delivery charges may vary depending on your usage and any changes made by your local utility company. Bundled rates and TDSPs shown in our EFLs are based on the TDSPs that are current at the time of your enrollment, but when billed, TDSP charges will are based on what is current during your bill cycle.  On your bill, these charges are consolidated into a single line item labeled as "Total [TDSP Name] Charges" on page 1 and "TDU Delivery Charges" on page 3 of your bill. If you live in Houston, for example, these charges will be labeled as "Total Centerpoint Energy Charges" on page 1 of your bill.

FAQs

What do TDSP charges cover?

TDSP charges cover the cost of maintaining the wires that deliver electricity to your home or business, as well as the cost of distributing the electricity itself.

How are TDSP charges calculated?

TDSP charges are calculated based on the amount of electricity you use and the rates set by the TDSP in your area. The charges are typically broken down into usage-based fees and standard monthly fees.

Can TDSP charges change over time?

Yes, TDSP charges can change over time based on changes in the cost of maintaining and operating the transmission and distribution infrastructure. Changes in TDSP charges may also be influenced by changes in local utility company fees and regulations.

Are TDSP charges regulated?

Yes, TDSP charges are regulated by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT).