Kilowatt Kit

Data Sources

Every numerical default on KilowattKit traces to one of the official sources listed below. We review and update rate data quarterly.

Last reviewed: June 13, 2026

🇺🇸 United States

U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) — Electric Power Monthly

Residential electricity rate: $0.1745/kWh (US average)

Last verified: Apr 2026

U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) — Natural Gas Prices

Residential gas rate: $1.20/therm (US average)

Last verified: Apr 2026

U.S. Department of Energy — Energy Saver

Heat pump COP ranges, furnace AFUE guidance, thermostat savings methodology

Last verified: Apr 2026

ENERGY STAR — Product Specifications

Appliance efficiency benchmarks, AFUE definitions

Last verified: Apr 2026

EPA fueleconomy.gov — EV Efficiency Data

Electric vehicle efficiency ratings (miles/kWh) by model

Last verified: Apr 2026

NREL PVWatts Calculator

Solar irradiance and panel output methodology

Last verified: Apr 2026

FHWA — Annual Vehicle Distance Travelled

US average daily miles driven: 37 miles/day

Last verified: Apr 2026

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Ofgem — Energy Data and Research Portal

Residential electricity rate: £0.2750/kWh; standing charge: £0.0680/kWh gas

Last verified: Apr 2026

Energy Saving Trust

Home energy efficiency guidance and benchmarks

Last verified: Apr 2026

🇨🇦 Canada

Natural Resources Canada — Electricity Rates

Residential electricity rate: C$0.1850/kWh (national average)

Last verified: Apr 2026

Canada Energy Regulator

Natural gas pricing and energy market data

Last verified: Apr 2026

🇦🇺 Australia

Australian Energy Regulator (AER)

Residential electricity rate: A$0.3200/kWh (national average)

Last verified: Apr 2026

energy.gov.au — YourHome

Australian home energy efficiency benchmarks and methodology

Last verified: Apr 2026

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