MiEnergy Cooperative issues a peak energy alert

A Peak Alert has been issued due to high demand for electricity on the regional grid. MiEnergy Cooperative is calling for electricity conservation from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. today, January 31. Elevated peak demand leads to higher power costs during the Peak Alert. Our members can help keep rates stable and affordable by conserving electricity during the Peak Alert period. MiEnergy will be managing dairy water heaters and grain dryers enrolled in energy management programs during this time. 

Members can conserve electricity during this time by lowering their heating systems to at least 68 degrees, lower if no one is home; running the dishwasher or doing laundry later in the evening; using a microwave instead of the oven to cook; and refraining from turning on televisions and gaming systems. Each seemingly small action can collectively make a big difference in the demand on the electric grid.