During peak energy hours there’s added pressure on the grid as homes and businesses require larger amounts of electricity, all at the same time. On the hottest days, that strain can be significant.

The good news is that small changes at home can make a meaningful difference.

Think of our electric grid like a highway system. During rush hour, traffic is heavy, congestion builds and everything slows down. But when drivers adjust their schedules, even slightly, it helps ease the bottleneck. The same principle applies to energy use.

By shifting some of your high-energy activities to off-peak hours– like doing laundry later in the evening, running the dishwasher before you go to bed or cooking meals earlier in the day – you’re helping spread out demand. That reduces pressure on the grid during those critical peak hours.

These actions may seem small on their own, but together, they add up. When many members make mindful choices about when and how they use electricity, it helps reduce peak demand, eases strain on the grid and supports more stable energy costs for our local communities.

That’s the cooperative difference. As a member, you’re not just a customer – you’re part of a community working together to power our future. Every effort you make contributes to a stronger, more resilient system.