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Beat the Peak

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"Beat the Peak" is a voluntary program that encourages A&N Electric Cooperative members to conserve or limit energy usage during peak times. 

 

Why get involved?

Your cooperative pays a monthly demand charge based on the peak hourly usage during the month. This accounts for a large percentage of the cost of electricity for our members. By cutting back on the amount of wholesale power purchased during these peak periods, A&N Electric Cooperative can reduce its total wholesale power costs. This will help hold down the cost for our members. 

 

What do I need to do?

Peak periods occur when the demand for electricity is the highest. Usually, these are periods when it is very cold or hot outside. During this time, members are asked to use energy wisely and follow these guidelines: 

  • During the cooling season, raise the thermostat 3 degrees and in the heating season, lower the thermostat by 3 degrees.
  • Postpone the use of major appliances, such as clothes washers, dryers, and dishwashers.
  • Delay using hot water during peak periods.
  • Turn off all unnecessary lights.

 

How it works

The cooperative will alert you of the "Beat the Peak" period by email and/or text message. Included in the message will be the anticipated day and time of the peak period. It is important that you reduce energy consumption during this critical period. Notices will also be posted to the A&N Electric Cooperative Facebook page and Twitter Feed and local radio stations WESR 103.3, CTG 96.5 and HOT COUNTRY 99.3.

 

Help us beat the peak!

Join A&N's "Beat the Peak" program today and help control your Cooperative's cost of wholesale power and help save energy resources. 

When you sign up, you will receive an email and/or text message notifying you of an approaching "Peak Period" or time when your Cooperative is purchasing wholesale power at the highest prices. Your help in conserving energy during these "peak" periods reduces your Cooperative's energy costs and ultimately your energy costs. 

To begin receiving "Beat the Peak" alerts, enter your email address and/or cell phone number below. (Message and data rates may apply.)

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    • About Us
      • A&N Electric Cooperative
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      • Contact Us
      • Privacy Protection for Members
      • Statement of Nondiscrimination
      • Terms and Conditions
    • Member Services
      • About SmartHub
      • Billing Department
        • Account FAQ
        • Billing Options
        • Fees
        • How to Read Your Bill
        • New Members
        • Payment Options
        • Rates
        • Your Bill
      • Capital Credits
      • Co-op Connections
      • Connections and Disconnections
      • Forms
      • Frequently Asked Questions
      • Operations and Engineering
        • New Construction
        • Operations and Engineering FAQ
        • Tree Trimming
      • Payment Assistance
      • Products and Services
      • Unclaimed Capital Credits
    • Outage Tools
      • Hurricane Guide
      • Report An Outage
      • Storm Center
      • Local Weather
    • Manage Energy Use
      • Beat the Peak
      • Electric Vehicles
      • Energy Advisor
      • Energy Resource Center
      • Energy Use Calculators
        • Appliance Calculator
        • Holiday Light Calculator
        • Phantom Load Calculator
        • Space Heater Calculator
      • Home Energy Savings
    • Community
      • Community Grants and Donations
      • Cooperative Living Magazine
      • Lighting the Way
      • Members Helping Members
      • Safety
        • Generator Safety
        • Miss Utility (811)
        • Safety Quiz
      • Scholarship (VMDAEC)
      • USDA and project:Homes
      • VICE Conference
      • Youth Tour
    • Renewable Energy
      • Community Solar
      • Net Metering
      • Renewable Energy Credits
    • Co-op Careers
    • 2023 Annual Meeting