North Country heating oil prices reported up 73% from last year
Heating oil and kerosene prices in the North Country are reported to have increased sharply, while some residents are buying wood stoves, boilers and firewood.
By the ClickNNY North Country Desk
Heating oil prices in the North Country are reported to be 73% higher than last year, while kerosene prices are up 60%, based on figures from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority.
Businesses in the area have reported increased interest in wood-burning stoves, boilers and firewood as residents respond to higher heating costs. Sundance Leisure reported selling 30% to 40% more wood, pellet and gas stoves than last year, while Phil’s Firewood reported an increase in firewood sales.
Reported by ClickNNY and reviewed by an editor before publication.
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