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What is mutual aid and why does it matter?
One way co-ops prepare for major outages and disasters is through mutual aid, which is a collaborative approach to emergency planning. The mutual aid model allows electric co-ops to help each other during times of need. This approach permits co-ops to “borrow” restoration workers from other co-ops, increasing the workforce response to areas affected by… Continue reading.
Giving Back to the Community
Operation Round Up was started in 2010 as a way to give back to PPEC’s communities. PPEC members have donated more than $670,435 back to the community since its inception. Groups in both Ohio and Indiana can apply for funding. The most recent donation recipients, totaling $10,050, included: Organizations can apply for Operation Round Up… Continue reading.
Peak alert season is here
As temperatures rise in the summer, our desire to keep the house comfortable may come at a higher cost on electricity bills. Looking for ways to improve energy efficiency at home can help you and PPEC reduce demand, saving energy, and money. During the summer, peak load demands occur at the times of day when… Continue reading.
New board officers elected, discuss future goals for co-op
The Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative Board of Directors consists of nine co-op members, who each represent one district within the territory served by PPEC. Though they don’t manage day-to-day operations, these democratically elected directors help set the “big picture” direction of the co-op and are responsible for establishing and reviewing corporate policies — like rates… Continue reading.
Is your child participating in a county fair livestock sale?
PPEC is proud to support the youth across our service area. Scan the QR Code and fill out the form to be considered for purchase at this year’s county fairs.
Students get a firsthand look at power plant careers
This past April, Vantage Career Center and Apollo Career Center students toured the Robert P. Mone Peaking Station in Convoy, Ohio. Juniors and seniors enrolled in the electrical systems technology and industrial mechanics classes had the opportunity to see how the plant operates, explore careers associated with the energy industry, and learn how vital plants… Continue reading.
We want to hear from you!
If you receive a call from 844-291-3410 or an email asking you to take a survey about your satisfaction with PPEC, it is legitimate. We are again working with NRECA Market Research Services to complete a member satisfaction survey. The surveys will be conducted both by phone and email, but not everyone will be contacted…. Continue reading.
Going camping? Don’t forget electrical safety
HAPPY CAMPING MEANS KEEPING ELECTRICAL SAFETY IN MIND. HERE ARE SOME TIPS TO KEEP YOURSELF AND YOUR FAMILY SAFE. Before you go. Pack a fire extinguisher. A general ABC fire extinguisher will cover ordinary combustibles, like wood and grass, and fires involving electrical current. Be aware and observant. Inspect the electrical hookup at your campsite… Continue reading.
Rate change takes effect
As we’ve been communicating for the past few months, your electric bill we mail in late May (due in June) will include our rate adjustment. This adjustment will enable us to continue investing in power reliability. While the power generation and high-voltage transmission costs have been increasing year over year, this increase will be our… Continue reading.
Understanding our new rates
The PPEC board of trustees approved a rate adjustment, effective on bills mailed in May (payment due in June), due to the rising costs of doing business. Many industries have implemented increases to keep up with price hikes, inflation, and material shortages — your co-op is facing the same pressures. PPEC has held off a… Continue reading.
How does PPEC control costs for members?
Your cooperative board and staff do an exceptional job holding down controllable expenses. Here are a few of the ways we make your membership dollar go further:
PPEC’s Annual Meeting broadcast sets record with over 2,500 viewers
Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative’s (PPEC) 88th Annual Meeting premiered on Facebook and YouTube at 10 a.m. on March 23. More than 2,500 viewers tuned in to watch the meeting over the weekend for co-op updates and a recap of 2023. This marks the highest viewership the co-op has seen for the Annual Meeting. Board election… Continue reading.