Energy

Smart ways to lower energy use this summer

June 4, 2026

As temperatures rise across South Carolina, so can your energy use. Summer is often one of the most expensive times of the year to cool […]

Why SC electric cooperatives support the Canadys project

May 20, 2026

Central Electric Power Cooperative President and CEO Rob Hochstetler penned a Post and Courier guest column detailing why South Carolina’s electric cooperatives support a proposed […]

Our planet, our power: how we’re building a greener South Carolina together

April 22, 2026

Earth Day is a time to recognize progress and renew our commitment to take care of our environment. At Central, we are focused on delivering […]

Pilot Programs Supporting Smarter Energy Use

March 26, 2026

This year, Central Electric Power Cooperative is launching a series of pilot programs designed to better understand how emerging technologies, flexible resources and new rate […]

2025 Annual Report Video

March 24, 2026

At Central, success starts with one principle: when unified cooperatives cooperate, we’re able to achieve more together. Since our founding, our role has been focused […]

Winter peak demand: when it is & how Central helps keep energy affordable

January 22, 2026

Cold winter mornings in South Carolina often lead to a sharp increase in electricity use across the region. At Central Electric Power Cooperative, we work […]

Ask the expert: how right-of-way management supports energy reliability in South Carolina

November 3, 2025

As South Carolina continues to grow, so does the demand for reliable electricity. At Central Electric Power Cooperative, maintaining clear and well-managed rights-of-way is essential […]

Stronger together: celebrating South Carolina’s electric cooperatives

October 20, 2025

October is National Cooperative Month, a time to recognize the power of the cooperative model and the people behind it. Across South Carolina, 19 local […]

Ask the Expert: How Does Hot Weather Strain the Energy Grid?

July 23, 2025

As South Carolina faces another extremely warm summer, Central Electric Power Cooperative is working tirelessly to ensure our member cooperatives continue to receive the energy […]

Lighting The Way To A Greener Future

April 22, 2025

This Earth Day, Central Electric Power Cooperative is proud to reflect on our progress with sustainable energy and the road ahead. As we look to […]

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