On hot summer days, we all try to beat the heat!

High temperatures bring with them high demand for electricity. Longtime members may be familiar with Sussex Rural Electric Cooperative's "Summer Energy Savings" messages featuring photos of animals trying their best to keep cool.

Through our Beat the Peak program, Sussex Rural Electric Cooperative offers ways that members can conserve energy and help keep rates low for all our members. Even if you don't feel that Beat the Peak is right for you, there are other ways that you can change your energy habits to help our membership Beat the Peak! Making these small changes during peak hours will help you conserve energy and will make an impact on your power bill. Below are a few examples of how to get started.

Earn a bill credit when you Beat the Peak - $100 for water heaters, $50 for central air conditioners!

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Appliances account for nearly 13% of your home’s monthly energy use. ENERGY STAR certified appliances incorporate advanced technologies and use 10-50% less energy than standard models. ENERGY STAR certified appliances often outperform others appliances and include components surpassing those found in standard appliances. 

In 2019 and 2020, Sussex Rural Electric Cooperative shared weekly #MondayMoneySavers on social media to promote energy efficiency and spread awareness of ways members can reduce their monthly electric bills.