Warmer weather is on the way, making it the perfect time to check in and make sure you’re making the most of your Piedmont Electric Cooperative membership. Take the time now to start using our energy and money-saving programs and tools so you’re prepared during the hottest months of the year.
Powerful Programs
The easiest way to manage your energy use is to join one of these programs that are designed to help you save energy and money.
- Time-of-day rates: Pay a lower rate for the energy you use during off-peak hours.
- Smart thermostat savings program: Save on cooling costs during the summer with your Nest thermostat and in-home Wi-Fi.
- Beat the Peak: Receive convenient reminders when peak times are expected so you can shift your energy use to other times of the day.
Participating in any of these programs can help you save money on your own bill and help our whole cooperative lower our energy use during peak times. This helps keep rates low for all of us!
Visit pemc.coop/smart-energy to learn how to sign up and start saving or call our friendly member service reps at 800.222.3107 for more information.
Cool Calculators
When you understand how you use energy, you can make more meaningful changes to maximize savings on your bill. Our suite of calculators can help you realize how much it costs to use the different items around your home.
- Appliance calculator: See how much it costs to use your refrigerator, washer, dryer, ceiling fan and more to help you identify ways to save money.
- Lighting calculator: Determine how much you can save by switching out your light bulbs with more energy-efficient options.
- TV calculator: Calculate how much it costs to watch your favorite shows and movies on TV.
You can use these calculators and tools at pemc.coop/energy-calculators.
By using these programs, tools and calculators, you will learn that it is easier than ever to start saving.