Explaining the Fixed Charge: Ensuring Fairness in Accessing Electric Service

Feb 15, 2024 | Energy, News Bits

At Meeker Cooperative, we understand that the cost of electric service isn’t always easy to understand. With a rate increase ahead of us, we wanted to take some time to further explain one of the lesser-understood elements of your bill – the Fixed Charge. At its most...

Balancing the Books: Understanding Meeker Cooperative’s 2024 Rate Increase

Jan 12, 2024 | Energy, News Bits

In the last edition of the Pioneer, I provided a brief update on our ongoing review of the Cooperative’s finances. Meeker Cooperative is feeling the full impact of rising inflation across all operations and investments. This extends from the cost of wholesale power...

Energy Savings Tip – Ceiling Fans

Aug 30, 2023 | Energy

Did you know ceiling fans can make a room feel 4 degrees cooler? To save energy through ceiling fan use, remember to raise your thermostat a few degrees while fans are turned on. Ceiling fans can help improve comfort year-round. In the summer, operate ceiling fans in...

Four Key Factors That Impact Energy Bills

Aug 22, 2023 | Energy

You pay for the electricity you consume each month, but there are additional factors that impact your energy bills. Fuel Costs Before electricity can be delivered to your home, it must first be generated at a power plant or from a renewable source. The cost of fuels...

Get Smart About Home Lighting

Aug 15, 2023 | Energy, Technology

Gone are the days when a simple flip of the switch was the only choice for illuminating our homes. While we still have this tried-and-true option, we’ve entered a new era of innovative and intelligent technologies, which includes smart lighting. Smart lighting...

Energy-Saving Projects for the Weekend Warrior

Jun 21, 2023 | Energy

Are you a weekend warrior? If you’re considering home improvement upgrades that save energy and money, we’ve got a few project ideas for you––all of which can be completed in a day or less! Here are three energy-saving projects that you can easily tackle whether...