1/2/2012
Electrical Fires- When They Occur, How They Start, and How to Prevent Them
Wake Forest, NC— According to the U.S. Fire Administration, there are approximately 28,600 home el… click for more
1/4/2012
Join us for the February Member Advisory Committee (MAC) Meetings- RSVP Now
Do you want to discuss recent energy legislation and electric utility issues that matter to you? The… click for more
Wake Electric will be performing routine maintenance on its server on Saturday, January 7 from 9 a.m… click for more
1/7/2012
2012 is the Year of Cooperatives- Celebrate Cooperatives by Knowing the Facts
From eggs and milk to the electricity that powers your home, cooperatives play a big role in your ev… click for more
WAKE FOREST, NC— Wake Electric will be holding a drawing on January 20 for its “Give Us an A&… click for more
1/13/2012
Wake Electric and Raleigh-based Sensus Celebrate Local Smart Grid Partnership
WAKE FOREST, N.C.- Wake Electric Membership Corporation (Wake Electric) of Wake Forest, North Caroli… click for more
1/16/2012
Save the Date for Wake Electric’s Annual Meeting on March 23
When: March 23, 2012Time: Registration- 5:30 p.m. Business Meeting- 7:00 p.m. Location: Louisburg C… click for more
1/19/2012
Local Nonprofit Organizations Receive Operation RoundUp Grants from Wake Electric
WAKE FOREST, N.C.- Wake Electric awarded more than $3,000 in grant monies during the 4th quarter of … click for more
1/23/2012
Wake Electric Offers Summer Basketball Camp Scholarships
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric and North Carolina’s Touchstone Energy cooperatives are offering al… click for more
1/30/2012
Energy Saving Light Bulbs Will Help You Save On Your Electric Bill
Switch to energy-saving halogen incandescent light bulbs to cut lighting energy use by 25 percent. T… click for more
2/3/2012
Wake Electric’s “Give Us an A” Program Rewards $25 Gift Cards to High Achieving Students
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric recently awarded 40 $25 Visa gift cards to area students who receiv… click for more
2/11/2012
Reminder: Member Advisory Committee Meetings are Next Week
Wake Forest, NC— Member Advisory Committee (MAC) Meetings at Wake Electric are another great way t… click for more
2/12/2012
Attention Students! Scholarship Opportunities Available at Wake Electric
Just a reminder that there are multiple deadlines coming up in March for several of Wake Electric’s … click for more
2/19/2012
Fridge and Freezer Farewell Program Update
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric is having great success with the Fridge and Freezer Farewell progra… click for more
3/2/2012
Tornado Safety- Tips to Keep You Safe
It’s hard to believe it has been almost a year since devastating tornadoes ripped through our state,… click for more
3/5/2012
Operation RoundUp Grants-First Quarter Deadline is March 9
WAKE FOREST, NC— Wake Electric is seeking grant applications from nonprofit organizations in Durha… click for more
3/7/2012
Deadline for Rural Electric Youth Tour Applications is March 15
WAKE FOREST, N.C.- Wake Electric seeks applicants for a $1,000 scholarship for college, plus a free,… click for more
3/12/2012
Call Before You Dig
Wake Forest, NC— If you are thinking of starting a spring garden or any landscaping projects that … click for more
3/21/2012
Please Join Us at the Annual Meeting on March 23
When: March 23, 2012Time: Registration- 5:30 p.m. Business Meeting- 7:00 p.m. Location: Louisburg C… click for more
3/25/2012
Wake Electric’s Scholarship Program Deadline is March 30
WAKE FOREST, N.C.- Wake Electric is currently accepting applications for the Wake Electric Scholarsh… click for more
3/26/2012
Deadline for Touchstone Energy Sports Camps is This Friday, March 30
WAKE FOREST, NC— Wake Electric will send one middle-school aged boy and one middle-school aged gir… click for more
4/2/2012
Holiday Closing: Good Friday
Wake Electric’s offices will be closed on Friday, April 6 in honor of Good Friday. For emergencies, … click for more
4/3/2012
Energy Efficiency Tip of the Day: Don’t Get Your Electric Bill Caught in a Spin Cycle!
Don’t get your electric bill caught in a spin cycle! When doing laundry, use cold water. If your dry… click for more
4/10/2012
Wake Electric Kicks-Off Its Bright Ideas Grant Program
Wake Forest, N.C.- Wake Electric has earmarked more than $50,000 for classroom-based projects throu… click for more
4/15/2012
Energy Efficiency Tip of the Day: Smart Landscaping
Wake Forest, NC— Smart home landscaping can lower your electric bills. Trees on the east and west … click for more
4/16/2012
Classroom Technology Awards Grant Program is Now Available to Teachers; Apply Today!
Wake Forest, N.C. – Wake Electric kicked-off its Classroom Technology Awards grant program for the 2… click for more
4/17/2012
Wake Electric’s Annual Meeting was a Great Success: Wrap-Up Report
WAKE FOREST, NC— Wake Electric held its 2012 Annual Meeting on March 23, and it was a great succes… click for more
4/22/2012
2012 Rural Electric Youth Tour Winners Announced from Wake Electric
WAKE FOREST, NC— High-school juniors Megan Izzo of Raleigh and Jeremy Boudah of Wake Forest have b… click for more
4/25/2012
Upgraded Meters Give Wake Electric Members the Power to Manage Their Electric Consumption
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric has recently unveiled two new programs, the Monitor & Manage pr… click for more
4/26/2012
Wake Electric Awards 1st Quarter Operation RoundUp Grants to Deserving Local Nonprofit Organizations
WAKE FOREST, N.C.- Wake Electric awarded more than $5,500 in grant monies during the 1st quarter of… click for more
5/2/2012
May is National Electrical Safety Month: Hunt for Electrical Safety Hazards in your Home
May is National Electrical Safety Month and to recognize and celebrate this month, Wake Electric is … click for more
5/3/2012
Holiday Closing Notice: Memorial Day- May 28
Wake Electric’s offices will be closed on Monday, May 28 in honor of Memorial Day. For emergencies, … click for more
5/7/2012
Wake Electric Official, Joe Hilburn, Is Honored with a Service Award
Wake Forest, N.C.,- W. Joseph Hilburn, Jr., a member of the board of directors for Wake Electric Mem… click for more
Wake Forest, NC— Local students from Heritage High School recently learned valuable life lessons a… click for more
5/19/2012
Wake Electric Observes May as Electrical Safety Month
Wake Forest, NC- Improper electricity use and electrical problems caused nearly 45,000 home fires re… click for more
5/21/2012
Start Preparing for Hurricane Season Now
Even though hurricane season doesn’t “officially” begin until June 1, the nation’s first n…click for more
5/23/2012
Wake Electric Awards $22,000 in College Scholarships through the Wake Electric Scholarship Program
WAKE FOREST, NC— Wake Electric has awarded 17 college scholarships equaling a total of $22,000. Th… click for more
5/25/2012
Reminder: Wake Electric’s Offices will be Closed on Monday, May 28 in Honor of Memorial Day
Wake Electric’s offices will be closed on Monday, May 28 in honor of Memorial Day. For emergencies, … click for more
5/30/2012
Wake Electric Announces 2012 Touchstone Energy Sports Camp Winners
WAKE FOREST, NC— Wake Electric is proud to announce its 2012 Touchstone Energy Sports Camps schola… click for more
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric has currently upgraded more than 17,800 meters to our new AMI meter… click for more
6/4/2012
Cool Off Electric Bills with TogetherWeSave.com
Wake Forest, NC— Scorching temperatures and high electric bills don’t need to arrive hand-in-hand … click for more
6/6/2012
Announcement: Unauthorized Payment Agencies
Wake Forest, NC— Additional payment centers may exist in your area that are not Wake Electric auth… click for more
Wake Forst, NC— Local teachers can apply for grants of up to $3,000 through the 2012-2013 Bright I… click for more
6/13/2012
Wake Electric’s “Give Us an A” Program Rewards $25 Visa Gift Cards to High Achieving Students
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric recently awarded 40 $25 Visa gift cards to area students who receiv… click for more
6/16/2012
Have you heard about PowerUp, a prepaid billing option?
Have you heard of PowerUp, a prepaid billing option for residential members designed to optimize pay… click for more
6/18/2012
Beat the Heat with this Energy Efficiency Tip from TogetherWeSave.com
Want to beat the heat? Run appliances like dish washers and dryers late in the evening to keep the h… click for more
6/20/2012
Anouncement: Wake Electric’s Offices will be Closed on Wednesday, July 4 for Independence Day
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric announces its offices will be closed on Wednesday, July 4 in observ… click for more
6/21/2012
Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) Update
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric has currently upgraded 19,306 meters to our new AMI meters, which r… click for more
6/27/2012
Energy Efficiency Tip of the Day: Water Heating is a Top Energy-Related Expense in your Home
Wake Forest, NC— Water heating ranks as one of the top three energy-related expenses in your home…. click for more
7/1/2012
Be Alert to Avoid Lightning
Wake Forest, NC— Lightning strikes kill 55 to 60 people every year, according to the National Ocea… click for more
7/2/2012
Reminder: Wake Electric’s Offices will be Closed on Wednesday, July 4 for Independence Day
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric announces its offices will be closed on Wednesday, July 4 in observ… click for more
Wake Forest, NC— Local teachers can apply for grants of up to $3,000 through the 2012-2013 Bright … click for more
7/10/2012
Home Safety and Efficiency Tips While On Vacation
Wake Forest— The days are long and the weather is warm; summer is at its peak, which means many of… click for more
7/13/2012
Move Over for Safety
Wake Forest, NC— Did you know that North Carolina has a “Move Over” law that protects la… click for more
7/17/2012
Wake Electric Warns of Utility Bill-Paying Scam
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric is urging members to be aware of a utility bill-paying scam affecti… click for more
7/20/2012
Wake Electric Participates in Statewide Legislative Rally
Wake Forest, NC— More than 150 cooperative board members and employees from across North Carolina … click for more
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric has currently upgraded 21,175 meters to our new AMI meters, which r… click for more
7/29/2012
Energy Efficiency Tip of the Day: Use CFLs in Outdoor Lights to Save Money and Energy
Using compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) in outdoor lights can save money and energy because these lig… click for more
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric will soon be offering SmartHub, a convenient account access and two… click for more
8/7/2012
Wake Electric Awards Operation RoundUp Grants to Local Nonprofit Organizations
WAKE FOREST, N.C. – Wake Electric awarded more than $10,950 in grant monies during the 2nd quarter o… click for more
8/14/2012
Announcement: Wake Electric’s Offices will be Closed on September 3 for Labor Day
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric’s offices will be closed on Monday, September 3, in honor of Labor … click for more
8/16/2012
Capital Credits Report: Wake Electric has Money to Return to Former Members
Wake Forest, NC— Because Wake Electric is a not-for-profit utility, when we make money beyond our … click for more
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric has currently upgraded 22,827 meters to our new AMI meters, which r… click for more
8/21/2012
Wake Electric to Switch Area Lights to Environmentally Friendly and Cost Effective LED Lighting
Wake Forest, NC— At Wake Electric, we have a long history of encouraging the wise use of electric … click for more
8/24/2012
Participation in the PowerUp with PrePay Program is Growing
Wake Forest, NC— Did you know that many of your fellow residential member-owners have switched to … click for more
8/28/2012
Save the Date: Member Advisory Committee Meetings are in October
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric’s fall Member Advisory Committee (MAC) meetings will be held in Oct… click for more
8/31/2012
Reminder: Wake Electric’s Offices will be Closed on Monday, September 3 for Labor Day
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric’s offices will be closed on Monday, September 3, in honor of Labor … click for more
9/5/2012
Bright Ideas and Classroom Technology Grant Program Deadlines are Just Around the Corner
Wake Forest, NC— Teachers, the deadline for both the Bright Ideas Education Grant program and the … click for more
9/10/2012
Wake Electric Sponsored Teacher was Chosen as the Bright Ideas Early Bird Incentive Winner
Wake Forest, NC- Kathy Brown, media specialist for Wakefield Elementary, a school sponsored by Wake … click for more
9/11/2012
Energy Efficiency Tip: Two Degrees Can Make a Difference
Wake Forest, NC— Two degrees can make a big difference on your electric bill. Setting your thermos… click for more
9/14/2012
Power Outage Affects 1200 Members
Wake Forest, NC— A dump truck struck a Duke Energy transmission pole that provides electricity to … click for more
9/16/2012
Fridge and Freezer Farewell Program Still Going Strong
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric is still offering the Fridge and Freezer Farewell program to its me… click for more
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric has currently upgraded 24,152 meters to our new AMI meters, which r… click for more
9/19/2012
Power Outage affects 1200 customers
Wake Forest, NC— A tree on a Duke Energy line caused a power outage this morning from 1:36 a.m. un… click for more
9/23/2012
Power Line Safety
Wake Forest, NC— Fall officially begins this month, and the cooler temperatures typically give way… click for more
10/1/2012
It’s National Co-op Month
Wake Forest, NC— Each October, cooperatives across the country celebrate their ongoing accomplishm… click for more
10/10/2012
Home Safety Tips
Wake Forest, NC— It’s a fact – according to the National Safety Council, more accidents occur off … click for more
10/14/2012
Wake Electric Unveils Exede, the Next Generation Satellite Internet Service
Wake Forest, NC— Say goodbye to WildBlue and hello to Exede, the next generation of broadband Inte… click for more
10/15/2012
Wake Electric will Close its Oxford and Zebulon Branch Offices on December 31, 2012
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric will close its customer service offices in Oxford and Zebulon by De… click for more
10/19/2012
Energy Efficiency Tip of the Day: Your Kitchen Can Yield Big Energy Savings
Wake Forest, NC— Your kitchen can yield big energy savings. Check the refrigerator door seal for a… click for more
10/31/2012
Wake Electric’s “Give Us an A” Program Rewards $25 Visa Gift Cards to High Achieving Students
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric recently awarded 40 $25 Visa gift cards to area students who receiv… click for more
11/1/2012
Fridge and Freezer Farewell Program Phone Lines Down Due to Hurricane Sandy
Wake Forest, NC— The phone number for the Fridge and Freezer Farewell program, 877.341.2310, is cu… click for more
11/5/2012
Fridge and Freezer Farewell Program Phone Lines Back Up and Running After Hurricane Sandy
Wake Forest, NC— The phone number for the Fridge and Freezer Farewell program, 877.341.2310, is ba… click for more
11/12/2012
Wake Electric Awards More than $19,000 in Classroom Technology Awards Grants to Local Teachers
WAKE FOREST, N.C.- Wake Electric recently awarded $19,644 in Classroom Technology Awards grant monie… click for more
11/13/2012
Announcement: Wake Electric’s Offices Will Be Closed for Thanksgiving
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric’s offices will be closed on Thursday, November 22 and Friday, Novem… click for more
Wake Forest, NC— An automobile accident brought down a utility pole on Highway 98 at 2:30 a.m. Thi… click for more
11/20/2012
Fall Into Energy Savings- www.togetherwesave.com
As scarves and light jackets leave closets this fall, be ready to cut the chill and your energy bill… click for more
11/21/2012
Wake Electric Awards 3rd Quarter Operation RoundUp Grants to Local Nonprofit Organizations
WAKE FOREST, N.C.- Wake Electric awarded more than $3,900 in grant monies during the 3rd quarter of … click for more
11/22/2012
Reminder: Wake Electric’s Offices Will Be Closed for Thanksgiving
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric’s offices will be closed on Thursday, November 22 and Friday, Novem… click for more
11/26/2012
Exede, The Next Generation of Broadband Internet Service, Now Available
Wake Forest, NC— Say goodbye to WildBlue and hello to Exede, the next generation of broadband Inte… click for more
11/27/2012
Wake Electric Announces 2012 Bright Ideas Grant Winners
WAKE FOREST, NC— Wake Electric recently awarded 24 teachers in Durham, Franklin, Johnston, Nash an… click for more
12/6/2012
Wake Electric Serviceman Competes in Statewide Pole Top Rescue Competition
WAKE FOREST, N.C.- Cory Lawrence, a serviceman with Wake Electric Membership Corporation (Wake Elect… click for more
12/11/2012
Announcement: Wake Electric’s Offices Will Be Closed on December 24 and 25 for the Christmas Holiday
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric’s offices will be closed on Monday, December 24 and Tuesday, Decemb… click for more
12/12/2012
Be Ready for Santa with a Safe Holiday Season
Wake Forest, NC— The most wonderful time of the year can also be the most stressful — particularl… click for more
12/21/2012
Power Outages Earlier Today in Durham and Western Wake County Due to High Winds
Wake Forest, NC— Last night and earlier today, Duke Power and Wake Electric had issues on its powe… click for more
12/23/2012
Reminder: Wake Electric’s Offices Will Be Closed December 24 and December 25
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric’s offices will be closed on Monday, December 24 and Tuesday, Decemb… click for more
12/26/2012
Wake Electric Announces the Kick-Off of the Co-op’s Prestigious Scholarship Program
WAKE FOREST, N.C.- Wake Electric kicked off the Wake Electric Scholarship Program on December 1. Stu… click for more
12/27/2012
Announcement: Wake Electric’s Offices will be Closed on Tuesday, January 1 for the New Year Holiday
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric’s offices will be closed on Tuesday, January 1 in honor of the New… click for more
1/3/2013
Give Us an A Deadline is Coming Up on January 21
1/9/2013
February 2013 Member Advisory Committee Meetings are Just Around the Corner
Wake Forest, NC— It’s that time of year again…we are busily preparing for the winter 2013 Member… click for more
1/13/2013
Did You Know You Can Pay Your Electric Bill at Your Local Walmart?
Wake Forest, NC— Did you know you can pay your Wake Electric bill in person at any Walmart store i… click for more
1/14/2013
Wake Electric Seeks High School Juniors to Apply for the 2013 Rural Electric Youth Tour
WAKE FOREST, N.C. – Wake Electric seeks applicants for a $1,000 scholarship for college, plus a free… click for more
Wake Forest, NC— Sleek new flat-panel TVs can consume almost as much electricity as a refrigerator… click for more
1/30/2013
Wake Electric Awards 4th Quarter Operation RoundUp Grants
WAKE FOREST, N.C. – Wake Electric awarded $2,000 in grant monies during the 4th quarter of 2012 to d… click for more
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric has currently upgraded 32,500 meters to our new AMI meters, which r… click for more
2/11/2013
Wake Electric Offers Summer Basketball Camp Scholarships
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric is accepting applications from middle-school students for scholarsh… click for more
2/13/2013
Have You Checked Out SmartHub, Our New Online Bill Payment System?
Wake Forest, NC— SmartHub brings easy account management to your fingertips! Wake Electric recentl… click for more
2/19/2013
Wake Electric Announces Latest “Give Us an A” Winners
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric recently awarded 40 $25 Visa gift cards to area students who receiv… click for more
3/3/2013
Join Us for Wake Electric’s Annual Meeting on March 22
Join us for Wake Electric’s Annual Meeting on March 22!When: Friday, March 22, 2013Time: Registratio… click for more
WAKE FOREST, N.C. – The deadline to apply for an all-expenses paid trip to Washington, D.C. and a $1… click for more
WAKE FOREST, N.C- Two local middle school students received recognition during a women’s basketball … click for more
3/12/2013
Wake Electric’s Scholarship Program Deadline is March 29
WAKE FOREST, N.C. – Wake Electric is currently accepting applications for the Wake Electric Scholars… click for more
3/15/2013
Wake Electric’s Annual Meeting is One Week from Today!
Join us for Wake Electric’s Annual Meeting on March 22!When: Friday, March 22, 2013Time: Registratio… click for more
3/26/2013
The Deadline for the Touchstone Energy Sports Camps Applications is March 30
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric is accepting applications from middle-school students for scholarsh… click for more
3/27/2013
Wake Electric’s Annual Meeting was a Big Success!
WAKE FOREST, NC— Wake Electric held its 2013 Annual Meeting on March 22, and it was a great succes… click for more
3/28/2013
Wake Electric To Build New Office Building In Downtown Wake Forest
Wake Forest, NC- Wake Electric has announced plans to build a new office building in downtown Wake F… click for more
3/29/2013
Reminder: Wake Electric’s Offices will be Closed on Good Friday
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4/2/2013
Energy Efficiency Tip: Spring Landscaping Tips to Help You Save on Your Electric Bill
Wake Forest, NC— Keep energy efficiency in mind as the ground thaws and you plan spring landscapin… click for more
Wake Forest, NC— More than 400 Wake Electric members have switched to the “PowerUp with Prepa… click for more
Wake Forest, NC— In March, Wake Electric concluded the initial portion of its meter exchange proje… click for more
4/15/2013
Board Member Reuben Matthews was Honored with a Service Award
Wake Forest, N.C.,- Reuben Matthews, vice president of the board of directors for Wake Electric Memb… click for more
4/18/2013
U.S. Senate Designates April 18 as National Linemen Appreciation Day
Wake Forest, NC— The U.S. Senate passed a resolution late Tuesday night honoring linemen for their… click for more
4/21/2013
Wake Electric Kicks Off its Classroom Technology Awards Grant Program
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric kicked-off its Classroom Technology Awards grant program for the 20… click for more
4/28/2013
Wake Electric Kicked Off the Bright Ideas Education Grant Program this Month
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric has pledged approximately $50,000 to the state’s teachers in Bright… click for more
4/30/2013
Energy Efficiency Tip: Properly Installed Window Shades Help with Energy Efficiency
Wake Forest, NC— Properly installed shades can be one of the most effective ways to use your windo… click for more
5/5/2013
Wake Electric Awards Operation RoundUp Grants to Local Nonprofit Organizations
WAKE FOREST, N.C.- Wake Electric awarded $6,000 in grant monies during the 1st quarter of 2013 to de… click for more
5/7/2013
Wake Electric Just Launched New Member Advisory Community
Wake Forest, NC— In April, Wake Electric launched a new component of the Member Advisory Community… click for more
WAKE FOREST, NC— Wake Electric has awarded 17 college scholarships equaling a total of $22,000. Th… click for more
5/22/2013
May is National Electric Safety Month—Check Out These Important Safety Tps!
Wake Forest, NC— All day, we rely on electricity for almost everything from heating our breakfast … click for more
5/27/2013
Reminder: Wake Electric’s Offices Will Be Closed on Monday, May 27 in Honor of Memorial Day
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric’s offices will be closed on Monday, May 27 in honor of the Memorial… click for more
5/29/2013
Energy Efficiency Tips: Around the Clock Appliances
Wake Forest, NC— In 2013, new appliances don’t just cook your food and keep it cold, wash your clo… click for more
5/30/2013
2013 Rural Electric Youth Tour Winners Announced from Wake Electric
WAKE FOREST, NC— High-school juniors Moses Romocki of Creedmoor and Hannah Stutts of Youngsville w… click for more
6/4/2013
June Marks the Beginning of Hurricane Season—Are You Prepared?
Wake Forst, NC— Advancements in technology warn us of coming storms days in advance, but don’t wai… click for more
6/9/2013
Energy Efficiency Tip: Your Swimming Pool Doesn’t Have To Be a Drain On Your Electric Bill
Wake Forest, NC— Your swimming pool doesn’t have to be a drain on your electric bill. Simply cover… click for more
6/11/2013
Power Outage From Earlier Today in the Wake Forest and Rolesville Area Has Been Restored
Wake Electric members in parts of Wake Forest and Rolesville were out of power on Tuesday, June 11 f… click for more
Wake Forest, NC— Currently, there are 5,300 Wake Electric members without power, due to the line o… click for more
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric is currently experiencing 4,375 power outages, which were caused by… click for more
Wake Electric— Wake Electric is currently experiencing 2,980 power outages, which were caued by po… click for more
6/13/2013
Update # 5 (11 p.m.): Wake Electric Continues to Restore Power Throughout the Night
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric continues to work to restore power tonight as crews battle fallen t… click for more
Wake Forest, NC—- Wake Electric is currently experiencing 275 power outages this morning, which we… click for more
6/14/2013
Update # 7 (1:15 p.m.)- Wake Electric Has Restored All Power Outages
Wake Forest, NC— At approximately 1:10 p.m., Wake Electric finished restoring all power outages, w… click for more
6/16/2013
Wake Electric Announces 2013 Touchstone Energy Sports Camps Scholarship Winners
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric is proud to announce its 2013 Touchstone Energy Sports Camps schola… click for more
6/18/2013
The Benefits of AMI Technology
Wake Forest, NC— In March 2013, Wake Electric concluded the initial portion of its meter exchange … click for more
7/1/2013
Wholesale Power Cost to be Incorporated into Base Rate
Wake Forest, NC— Effective July 1, 2013, the Wholesale Power Cost Adjustment (WPCA) line item on y… click for more
7/4/2013
Reminder: Wake Electric’s Offices Will Be Closed on July 4
7/5/2013
Wake Electric Warns of Scam Targeting Spanish-speaking Members
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric is warning members that thieves posing as North Carolina’s electric… click for more
7/12/2013
Summer Safety Tips
Wake Forest, NC— When the weather gets hot, we head outdoors for sun and fun. Keep in mind some ti… click for more
7/18/2013
Wake Electric Awards High Acheiving Local Students Through its “Give Us an A” Program
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric recently awarded 40 $25 Visa gift cards to area students who receiv… click for more
8/1/2013
Wake Electric Awards Operation RoundUp Grants to Local Nonprofit Organizations
WAKE FOREST, N.C.- Wake Electric awarded $6,000 in grant monies during the 2nd quarter of 2013 to d… click for more
8/5/2013
Renewable Energy and You
Wake Forest, NC— Back in 2007, the North Carolina General Assembly passed Senate Bill 3, the Renew… click for more
8/7/2013
Energy Efficiency Tip: Shopping for New Appliances
Wake Forest, NC— When shopping for a new appliance, consider lifetime operation costs as well as t… click for more
Wake Forest, NC— Local teachers can apply for grants of up to $3,000 through the 2013-2014 Bright … click for more
8/19/2013
Announcement: Wake Electric’s Offices Will Be Closed on September 2 for Labor Day
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric’s offices will be closed on Monday, September 2 in honor of the Lab… click for more
8/20/2013
Green Button- Data You Can Use
Wake Forest, NC— Green Button is now ready to use. OK, what is Green Button?Green Button is a U.S…. click for more
8/25/2013
Energy Efficiency Tip: How Farms Can Lower Their Electricity Bills
Wake Forest, NC— Like homes and other businesses, farms of all types can lower their electricity b… click for more
8/27/2013
Calling All Youth Tour Alumni
Wake Forest, NC— For the past 50 years, students have attended the Rural Electric Youth Tour in Wa… click for more
8/29/2013
Exede, the Next Generation Satellite Internet Service, Offers Back-To-School Promotion
Wake Forest, NC— Triangle Services Group (TSG), a subsidiary of Wake Electric, offers Exede, the n… click for more
9/2/2013
Reminder: Wake Electric’s Offices Are Closed Today in Honor of Labor Day
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric’s offices will be closed on Monday, September 2 in honor of the Lab… click for more
9/9/2013
An Update on the N.C. Clean Smokestacks Act of 2002
Wake Forest, NC— Last month, the Member Advisory Committee Online Community introduced the topic o… click for more
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric’s two Touchstone Energy Sports Camp scholarship winners, Chloe Bowm… click for more
9/20/2013
Wake Electric Warns of Scam Targeting Spanish-speaking Members
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric is warning members that thieves posing as North Carolina’s electric… click for more
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric has joined leading utilities across the country by providing the &q… click for more
9/30/2013
Wake Electric’s Give Us an A Program Rewards $25 Visa Gift Cards to High Acheiving Students
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric recently awarded 40 $25 Visa gift cards to area students who receiv… click for more
10/5/2013
Should You Consider an Electric Vehicle?
Wake Forest, NC— The US Department of Energy recently released a calculator that compares the fuel… click for more
10/10/2013
Energy Efficiency Tip: How to Keep Wintery Drafts Out of Your Home
Wake Forest, NC— Keep wintery drafts out of your home by sealing cracks and gaps. Weather strippin… click for more
10/16/2013
Celebrate National Cooperative Month with Wake Electric
Wake Forest, NC— Join Wake Electric in celebrating cooperatives in North Carolina and across Ameri… click for more
10/23/2013
Protect Your Home from Electrical Fires
Wake Forest, NC— Each year, electrical failures and malfunctions cause 43,900 home fires, resultin… click for more
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric is currently in the process of installing battery back-up systems (… click for more
10/29/2013
Wake Electric Awards $6,150 in Operation RoundUp Grant Monies to Local Nonprofit Organizations
WAKE FOREST, N.C.- Wake Electric awarded $6,150 in grant monies during the 3rd quarter of 2013 to de… click for more
10/30/2013
North Carolina’s Last Energy Star Sales Tax Holiday Set for November 1-3
Wake Forest, NC— This weekend may be the last time consumers can forego paying North Carolina sale… click for more
11/2/2013
Carbon Dioxide= Air Pollution?
Wake Forest, NC— The new proposed EPA carbon dioxide limits for new coal-fired power plants under … click for more
11/5/2013
Wake Electric Awards More Than $19,000 in Classroom Technology Awards to Local Teachers
WAKE FOREST, N.C.- Wake Electric recently awarded $19,437 in Classroom Technology Awards grant moni… click for more
11/11/2013
Announcement: Wake Electric’s Offices will be Closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday
Wake Forest— Wake Electric’s offices will be closed on Thursday, November 28, and Friday, November… click for more
11/13/2013
Wake Electric to Honor 2013 Bright Ideas Grant Winners at Touchstone Energy Luncheon this Friday
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric and North Carolina’s electric cooperatives will honor grant-winning… click for more
11/14/2013
Wake Electric Restores Power Outages from Earlier Today; Outages Caused by Equipment Issues
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric experienced a number of outages this morning from South of Zebulon … click for more
11/19/2013
Energy Efficiency Tip: Give Your Heating Unit a Break Over the Holidays
Wake Forest, NC— If you’re expecting guests for holiday festivities, consider giving your heating … click for more
11/20/2013
Kitchen Safety During the Thanksgiving Holiday
Wake Forest, NC— The kitchen is a popular place, especially during the holidays. Between the turke… click for more
11/26/2013
The Last Round of Member Advisory Committee (MAC) Meetings Were a Success!
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric hosted three Member Advisory Committee (MAC) Meetings in October, a… click for more
11/27/2013
Reminder: Wake Electric’s Office Will Be Closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric’s offices will be closed on Thursday, November 28, and Friday, Nove… click for more
12/3/2013
Wake Electric Kicked Off the Scholarship Program on December 1
Wake Forest, NC— On December 1, the co-op is kicking-off its esteemed 2014 Wake Electric Scholarsh… click for more
12/9/2013
Is Burning Wood “Green?”
Wake Forest, NC— One unexpected result of new environmental regulations in England has been the ra… click for more
12/11/2013
New Time-of-Use Rate Offered to Members with an Electric Vehicle Starting January 1, 2014
Wake Forest, NC— Starting on January 1, 2014, Wake Electric will offer a favorable electric rate f… click for more
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric’s offices will be closed on Tuesday, December 24 and Wednesday, Dec… click for more
12/19/2013
Energy Efficiency Tip: How to Control Costs During the Holidays
Wake Forest, NC— Electric bills rise in the winter for lots of reasons — holiday parties, house g… click for more
12/23/2013
Have a Happy and Safe Holiday Season with these Safety Tips from Wake Electric
Wake Forest, NC— Santa Claus isn’t the only one traveling during the holiday season; many of you w… click for more
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric’s offices will be closed on Tuesday, December 24 and Wednesday, Dec… click for more
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric’s offices will be closed on Wednesday, January 1 in observance of t… click for more
12/30/2013
Wake Electric Seeks Applicants for the 2014 Rural Electric Youth Tour
Wake Forest, NC— Starting January 1, Wake Electric will be seeking applicants for a $1,000 scholar… click for more
1/5/2014
Net Zero Energy
Wake Forest, NC— A concept called “Net Zero” energy has been around for a while but we’v… click for more
1/7/2014
Attention Middle School Students…Apply Now for the 2014 Touchstone Energy Sports Camps Scholarships!
Wake Forest, NC— Calling all basketball fans! Wake Electric is once again offering middle-school s… click for more
1/14/2014
Next Round of Member Advisory Committee Meetings Coming Soon in February
Wake Forest, NC— It’s that time of year again…we are busily preparing for the winter 2014 Member… click for more
1/21/2014
Save the Date for Wake Electric’s 2014 Annual Meeting
Wake Forest, NC— Save the date for Wake Electric’s 2014 annual meeting!When: Friday, March 28Time:… click for more
1/26/2014
Energy Efficiency Tip: Fighting Winter Chills? Tips for a Crackling Fire in Your House
Wake Forest, NC— Fighting winter chills? A crackling fire in the hearth warms the house, but don’… click for more
WAKE FOREST, N.C. – Wake Electric seeks applicants for a $1,000 scholarship for college, plus a free… click for more
2/1/2014
“Avoided Cost” Value of Solar
Wake Forest, NC— In last month’s post on “net zero” energy, we referred to the value of … click for more
2/6/2014
Wake Electric Awards $7,250 in Operation RoundUp Grant Monies to Local Nonprofit Organizations
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric awarded $7,250 in grant monies during the 4th quarter of 2013 to de… click for more
2/9/2014
North Carolina’s Electric Cooperatives Warn of Utility Bill Scam
Wake Forest, NC— North Carolina’s electric cooperatives are warning members to beware of a utility… click for more
2/11/2014
MAC Meeting Schedule This Week- Impending Winter Weather (12:30 p.m. update)
Due to the impending winter weather for this week, the Member Advisory Committee (MAC) meeting sched… click for more
2/11/2014
Wake Electric’s Crews are Ready to Respond Should Outages Occur
Wake Forest, N.C.- Wake Electric’s crews are on alert for any outages that may result from the predi… click for more
2/12/2014
Winter Weather is Here…Have Your Emergency Preparedness Kit Readily Available
Wake Forest, NC– The wintry weather is now making its way across Wake Electric’s service territory…. click for more
2/19/2014
Play it Safe with Appliances
Wake Forest, NC— Appliances make our everyday lives a bit simpler, but that doesn’t mean they are … click for more
2/26/2014
Programmable Thermostats Can Help you Save Money
Wake Forest, NC— Programmable thermostats can save up to $160 a year in energy costs. Match thermo… click for more
3/2/2014
EIA Generation Cost Estimates
Wake Forest, NC— The US Energy Information Administration (EIA) has released projected cost estima… click for more
3/9/2014
Energy Efficiency Tip: Fix Leaks to Make an Impact on your Electric Bill
Wake Forest, NC— Air is drawn into your home from low areas, so inspect your foundation for potent… click for more
3/16/2014
Apply for Touchstone Energy Basketball Camp Scholarships by March 31
Wake Forest, N.C. – The deadline is quickly approaching for middle-school students to apply for an a… click for more
3/25/2014
Don’t Forget! Wake Electric’s Annual Meeting is This Friday, March 28
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric invites all of its members to please join us on Friday, March 28, a… click for more
4/2/2014
Wake Electric’s Annual Meeting was a Success!
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric held its 2014 Annual Meeting on March 28, and it was a great succes… click for more
4/7/2014
“Social” Costs of Energy Choices
Wake Forest, NC— Last month we introduced the Energy Information Administration’s (EIA) average co… click for more
4/9/2014
Announcement: Wake Electric’s Offices will be Closed on Friday, April 18 for Good Friday
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric’s offices will be closed on Friday, April 18, in honor of Good Frid… click for more
4/11/2014
Fridge & Freezer Farewll Program Ending Early
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric members have until May 9 to schedule with Appliance Recycling Cente… click for more
4/16/2014
Celebrating 20 Years of Bright Ideas Grants—Teachers Can Apply Now!
Wake Forest, NC— Electric cooperatives across the state are celebrating a big milestone in 2014: o… click for more
4/18/2014
Reminder: Wake Electric’s Offices will be closed on Friday, April 18 for Good Friday
Reminder: Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric’s offices will be closed on Friday, April 18, in honor of… click for more
4/21/2014
Year in Review: Member Advisory Community
Wake Forest, NC— It’s been a year since we introduced the Member Advisory Community, an on-line ex… click for more
4/23/2014
Check out the New SmartHub “How To” Videos Online
Wake Forest, NC— Have you signed up for a SmartHub account yet? SmartHub is a convenient two-way c… click for more
4/24/2014
Yard Safety Tips for Spring
Wake Forest, NC— The weather is warming up, and you may be anxious to breathe some life back into … click for more
4/30/2014
Wake Electric Announces the 2014 Rural Electric Youth Tour Winners
WAKE FOREST, NC— High-school juniors Tyler Bendl of Wake Forest and Dillan Phillips of Louisburg w… click for more
5/5/2014
A Big Commitment to NC Solar
Wake Forest, NC— In an earlier post, we discussed that Wake Electric had purchased solar “ren… click for more
5/8/2014
Wake Electric Official Honored After 35 Years of Service
Wake Forest, N.C.- Newman I. “Bill” Bailey of Wake Electric Membership Corporation (Wake E… click for more
5/14/2014
May is Electrical Safety Month
Wake Forest, NC— A world without electricity is hard to imagine. Lights flick on, cell phones ring… click for more
5/19/2014
Local Teachers! Apply for a Classroom Technology Grant, Sponsored by Wake Electric
Wake Forest, N.C. – Wake Electric kicked-off its Classroom Technology Awards grant program for the 2… click for more
5/28/2014
Wake Electric Earns Important Safety Accreditation
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric has received a national recognition for its compliance with a compr… click for more
6/2/2014
Wake Electric Awards Scholarships to Local Students Through the Wake Electric Scholarship Program
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric has awarded 17 college scholarships equaling a total of $22,000. Th… click for more
6/3/2014
How State Tax Law Changes will Impact your Electric Bill
Wake Forest, NC— Changes to the state tax law enacted by the General Assembly and Governor Pat McC… click for more
6/4/2014
Data-driven Success at Wake Electric
Wake Forest, NC— The Obama administration, as part of its annual spring Energy Datapalooza event, … click for more
6/7/2014
Poultry Power
Wake Forest, NC— Back in 2007, when the North Carolina legislature enacted the Renewable Energy an… click for more
6/11/2014
Energy Efficiency Tip: What To Do When Replacing Incandescent Bulbs from Recessed Light Fixtures
Wake Forst, NC- When replacing incandescent bulbs from recessed light fixtures, use energy-efficient… click for more
6/19/2014
Wake Electric’s “Give Us an A” Program Rewards $25 VISA Gift Cards to High Achieving Students
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric recently awarded 40 $25 Visa gift cards to area students who receiv… click for more
6/25/2014
Wake Electric Awards $7,915 in Operation RoundUp Grant Monies to Local Nonprofit Organizations
Wake Forest, NC— Wake Electric awarded $7,915 in grant monies during the 1st quarter of 2014 to de… click for more
7/8/2014
Natural Gas Prices & Electricity Generation Mix
The Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) recently released a report looking at the potential mix… click for more
7/9/2014
Wake Electric awards sports camp scholarships to local students
Wake Electric awarded two local students Touchstone Energy Sports Camp Scholarships to summer basket… click for more
7/21/2014
Tip of the Month: appliances heat up your home in summer
When it’s hot outside, appliances and lighting can actually heat up our homes more than we think. To… click for more
7/22/2014
Wake Electric has money to return to former members
Check your August edition of “Carolina Country” to see if you have a check owed to you. Be… click for more
7/24/2014
Wake Electric Awards $6,165 in Operation RoundUp Awards Grant Money to Local Nonprofit Organizations
Wake Electric awarded $6,165 in grant money during the 2nd quarter of 2014 to nonprofit organization… click for more
8/4/2014
More Natural Gas Coming to NC
This month’s post discusses the Duke Energy and Piedmont Natural Gas plans to build a $4 billion, 42… click for more
8/11/2014
Bright Ideas teacher grant early-bird deadline is August 15
North Carolina’s electric cooperatives, including Wake Electric, are accepting applications for Brig… click for more
8/19/2014
Energy Tip: Ceiling fan can save you 4 degrees
During summer months, our homes can be extremely hot, making living conditions uncomfortable. Before… click for more
8/26/2014
Teacher Wins Early Bird Prize Through Wake Electric Bright Ideas Grant Program
North Carolina’s electric cooperatives, including Wake Electric, are accepting applications for Brig… click for more
9/3/2014
Deadline Approaching for Teachers to Apply for Bright Ideas Grants, Sponsored by Wake Electric
Wake Forest, NC— Time is running out for teachers to apply for grants of up to $3,000 from Wake El… click for more
9/8/2014
EPA Carbon Dioxide Rules
(Part 1 of EPA Carbon Dioxide Rules discussion)In recent Member Advisory Committee (MAC) posts, we d… click for more
9/10/2014
Teachers: the deadline to apply for Classroom Technology grants is Sept. 15
The deadline for teachers to apply for a Classroom Technology grant is September 15, 2014 by 5:00 p…. click for more
9/11/2014
Deadline for non-profits to apply for Operation RoundUp grants is tomorrow, Sept. 12 at 5 p.m.
To apply or learn more about this quarterly grant program, visit our Operation RoundUp page. … click for more
9/19/2014
REMINDER: deadline is Monday, Sept. 22 for students to win a $25 VISA gift card
Students – don’t miss the opportunity to win a $25 Visa gift card through the “Give Us an A&quo… click for more
9/24/2014
Save the Date: Member Advisory Committee Meetings in October
Members – remember to mark your calendars for October 7 – 6:30 p.m.October 9 – 6:30 p.m.October 13 -… click for more
9/25/2014
Wake Electric warns of telephone scammers trying to get members’ personal information
Wake Electric and other North Carolina electric cooperatives are warning consumers of scams in which… click for more
10/1/2014
Using LED lights to change moods
By Michael W. Kahn … click for more
10/3/2014
The EPA Carbon Dioxide Reduction Formula
(Part 2 of EPA Carbon Dioxide Rules discussion)EPA’s proposed rule to reduce carbon dioxide emission… click for more
10/6/2014
(Part 3 of EPA Carbon Dioxide Rules discussion)In recent posts, we discussed the EPA’s new proposed … click for more
10/17/2014
Members can now access a digital version of Carolina Country, your free monthly member magazine, com… click for more
10/27/2014
Wake Electric serviceman, Cory Lawrence, competes in N.C. Pole Top Rescue Competition
In October, Cory Lawrence, a Wake Electric serviceman, participated in the Pole Top Rescue Competiti… click for more
10/28/2014
Members can now access a digital version of Carolina Country, your free monthly member magazine, com… click for more
10/31/2014
Sunday at 2 a.m., Nov. 2, daylight saving time ends – does it actually save energy?
At 2 a.m. on Sunday, November 2, the observation of daylight saving time will end and the clocks wil… click for more
10/31/2014
Scam alert to Wake Electric members. These criminals are at it again – some of our members have rece… click for more
11/3/2014
Nov. MAC post: The “Return” of the Nuclear Powered Car?
Back in 1958, Ford Motor Company unveiled a concept car called the Nucleon. This vehicle was to be p… click for more
11/3/2014
2014 Classroom Technology grant winners announced
The names of the teachers who received the 2014 Classroom Technology grants have been announced. The… click for more
11/4/2014
2014 Bright Ideas teacher grant winners announced
Wake Electric is awarding 22 teachers in Franklin, Granville, Johnston, and Wake Counties a grand to… click for more
11/14/2014
Message regarding discontinuation of your electric service
If you have received a message from the Town of Wake Forest regarding your power being disconnected … click for more
11/16/2014
Reminder: Wake Electric will be closed on Nov. 27 and 28 for Thanksgiving holiday
It’s that time of year! Wake Electric offices will be closed to honor the Thanksgiving holidays – on… click for more
11/17/2014
Operation RoundUp grant winners announced; 4th quarter applications now being accepted
Operation RoundUp grant applications for 4th quarter of 2014 are now being accepted. The deadline 1s… click for more
11/20/2014
Expected Call Volume on Monday, December 1st
Wake Electric wants to give a heads up to our members – on Monday, December 1, we expect to have a b… click for more
11/24/2014
Okay, okay. We know that bringing up snow and ice on a beautiful 74 degree day in late November mig… click for more
12/12/2014
December MAC post: Energy Storage – the “missing link” for solar power
Energy storage has been in the news recently with the recent announcement of Alevo’s new battery pla… click for more
12/17/2014
Why your electric bill often goes up during the coldest months
Seems obvious, right? It’s cold outside. But did you ever think exactly what that cold is doing to… click for more
12/17/2014
Wake Electric is offering college scholarships – apply now!
Wake Electric is now accepting applications for its scholarship program. Students can apply for th… click for more
12/21/2014
Wake Electric offices closed Dec. 25 and Dec. 26
To our Wake Electric members: note that our offices will be closed on Thursday, Dec. 25 and Friday, … click for more
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