We are dedicated to empowering our members with the knowledge and tools necessary to take control of their energy use and save money on their utility bills. Our team of energy professionals has compiled the most effective resources and advice for our members to save money.
As a member-owned cooperative, our primary goal is to minimize costs for our members and pass on those savings directly back to them. When our members save, we all save.
Because of this, our social media, newsletters, and South Carolina Living articles revolve around seasonal savings tips, energy-efficient products, and more. Use this resource center to begin saving today!
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Managing Your HVAC System
Contributing to more than half of your annual energy costs, your HVAC system impacts your monthly electricity bill the most. If you’re looking to save money, monitoring your HVAC usage during the day is a great place to start. Learn more about optimizing your HVAC system with this video.
Managing Your Water Heater
Because it takes a lot of energy to reheat new water in the tank, an electric water heater can significantly drive up your monthly bill. Here are two impactful ways to reduce your energy use.
Ways to Save
Shifting your daily electricity usage is the most effective way to lower your bill. Here are three easy options to save energy and money.
Integrated Resource Plan
Broad River and the other 19 South Carolina member cooperatives developed an Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) through their wholesale power provider, Central Electric Power Cooperatve Inc. (Central). The IRP is written from the Central perspective and details Central and its member cooperatives' plan to meet forecasted energy consumption and peak demand throughout the defined planning period of the IRP.