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Announcing winners of paperless billing promotion
We are happy to have gained more than 2,500 enrollments in paperless billing during our recent promotion! All accounts enrolled in paperless billing were entered into a drawing for two $500 bill credits. The winners were: Going paperless helps your electric cooperative hold down costs by reducing the amount of money we must spend on… Continue reading.
Thank you for taking our survey!
Thank you to all our members who took the time to complete our satisfaction survey. We appreciate you sharing your feedback with us. In 2024, we are focused on service excellence. We recognize that service excellence is a journey — an ongoing endeavor — and we want to adapt to meet our members’ expectations. We… Continue reading.
Plant the right tree in the right place
If you’re planting trees around your home and there are overhead power lines along your street or near your home, follow the guide below to ensure the safety and reliability of our electric distribution system. Also, remember that you should always call 811 or visit indiana811.org at least two full working days before digging. Having… Continue reading.
Spring maintenance tips for your home
Spring is the perfect time to tackle some maintenance and repair projects that will prepare your house for warm weather. By doing so, you’ll make your home more comfortable and save on summer energy bills. Inside Also, check for and seal gaps around plumbing vents, furnace flues, and ductwork. Outside With these tips, your home… Continue reading.
Weathering extreme temperatures leads to savings
Planning to save energy during severe weather can keep you comfortable while helping the environment — and even lead to savings in your wallet. People know the basic rules of supply and demand — price typically goes up when demand goes up. The same goes for electricity; wholesale electricity prices can soar when everyone runs… Continue reading.
Hoosier Energy’s Community Impact Fund aids organizations in Southern Indiana
Hoosier Energy strives to make helping communities and nonprofit organizations a priority within its territory, and the Community Impact Fund makes that possible. “Each year, we receive dozens of requests from local non-profits and statewide non-profits and vet those against a strategy we have developed,” said Matt Randall, manager of government and community relations, who… Continue reading.
Be prepared for flooding
Flooding is the most common natural disaster in the United States. When spring thunderstorms occur, many areas can also experience flooding. Flash floods can develop quickly and with no warning. This can cause outages, disrupt transportation, and damage buildings. BEFORE A FLOOD AFTER A FLOOD STAY SAFE WHEN A THUNDERSTORM ARRIVES Follow these tips when… Continue reading.
Plan for thunderstorms and lightning
Thunderstorms can pop up at any time, but having a plan in place and being aware can keep you and your family safe. KNOW YOUR RISK Know your area’s risk for thunderstorms. In Indiana, they can occur year-round and at any hour. Sign up for your community’s warning system. The Emergency Alert System (EAS) and… Continue reading.
Rate adjustment coming this spring
After much deliberation and analyzing results from our 2023 cost-of-service study, the PPEC board of trustees has approved a rate adjustment taking effect on the electric bill you’ll receive in May (due in June). If you consider the recent inflation, material shortages, and other industry struggles PPEC faces, I am sure you can relate. Nearly… Continue reading.
The service charge: The cost for keeping the lights on
As a cooperative member of Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative, you make an investment in the co-op every time you pay your bill. This collective investment in the co-op benefits you and the community immediately — and over time. This cost exists even when no electricity is used. We are still required to pay our loans,… Continue reading.
Paulding Putnam Electric Co-op 2023 Annual Meeting minutes
2023 Official Annual Meeting Minutes — March 18, 2023 The Annual Meeting was held at Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative, Inc., headquarters building, Paulding, Ohio. Steve McMichael, board chairman, called the meeting to order at 10 a.m. The meeting was held as a virtual/video conference. The meeting was broadcast on via Facebook Live and on YouTube…. Continue reading.