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This month, electric cooperatives across the country take time to celebrate National Co-op Month and reflect on the unique advantages of being part of a cooperative. It’s also the perfect time to thank you—the members who make it all possible. For us, it’s not just a celebration. It’s a chance to reaffirm the values that guide everything we do.

As we stepped into the heart of a sizzling’ summer, many members felt the effects of rising temperatures on your energy bills. State forecasts indicated above-normal temperatures in July and August, which meant our cooling systems have been working overtime. Prince George Electric Cooperative understands the challenges that come with fluctuations in your energy costs and encourages members to take advantage of the seasonal transition to reduce their energy stress.

Prince George Electric Cooperative had the pleasure of hosting local student and 2024 VMDAEC Education Scholarship for High School Seniors recipient, Jamel Jenkins, during its recent summer internship initiative.

Prince George Electric Cooperative will host its Annual Members’ Meeting in person on Thursday, Sept. 25.  Doors will open at 4:00 p.m. to the membership at the co-op’s Waverly office.

Small changes can make a big impact when it comes to your energy bill. This month's small change involves your cooling system's filter.

Going on a vacation should be filled with anticipation and excitement – not stress. Knowing exactly what essentials to pack, from toiletries to tech gadgets, makes it much easier to get the job done. Just like having an essential travel packing checklist is crucial for ensuring smooth and hassle-free experience, PGEC’s SmartHub app offers three essential items you should be sure to put on your checklist this summer:

Celebrating the 21st anniversary in showcasing the skills and hard work of utility linemen, the Virginia, Maryland & Delaware Association of Electric Cooperatives, and title sponsor Altec recently hosted the 2025 Gaff-n-Go Rodeo. This year’s event was the largest ever with more than 350 competitors registered to compete from 12 states as far away as Hawaii. With more than 20 teams competing in the Gaff-n-Grill BBQ Rodeo, Prince George Electric Cooperative’s teams were yet again victorious – ranking top five in four of the barbecue competition categories.

When outdoor temperatures soar, our electricity use increases. That’s because our air conditioners are running longer and more often to counteract the sweltering outdoor temperatures. Factor in the fact that we all tend to use electricity at the same times—in the morning and early evenings — and that equals a lot of strain on our electric grid.

At Prince George Electric Cooperative, we work closely with Old Dominion Electric Cooperative (ODEC), our local generation and transmission (G&T) cooperative in resource and infrastructure planning to ensure you have the power you need whenever you flip a switch, but the electric grid is much larger than your local co-op and G&T.

Summer months not only bring an increase in energy usage, but it also ushers in higher chances of hurricane activity. Why? Hurricane season typically occurs in summer and early fall because that's when ocean water temperatures reach their warmest, providing the energy needed for hurricane formation. The warmest water temperatures are generally found in late summer and early fall, creating ideal conditions for hurricanes to develop and intensify, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).

Paying a lump sum electric bill each month can seem daunting for some members. At PGEC, we realize that each member is unique – even down to how they may want to pay for their electricity. With PrePay, members decide how much electricity they’re going to use and prepay that amount as often as they want– just like a pay-as-you-go cell phone or putting gas in your car.

At Prince George Electric Cooperative, we value our membership. We have launched our Biennial Residential Energy Survey. If you are a PGEC member, this is your opportunity to give your candid feedback about your co-op experience. This survey will ask several questions about your satisfaction with the cooperative and specific programs and services that are exclusive to our members.

Waverly, Va – Three Prince George Electric Cooperative apprentice linemen recently completed the four years of study and hands-on training required to receive their journeyman certification. On Friday, May 9, apprentice linemen Marshall Bryant, Austin Cherrix, and Scott Stewart graduated from the Virginia-Maryland-Delaware Association of Electric Cooperatives Lineworker Technician Apprentice program.