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Cooperative Principles

Access Energy Cooperative distinguishes itself as a cooperative by adhering to the seven basic cooperative principles:

  1. Voluntary and Open Membership
    Cooperatives are voluntary organizations, open to all persons able to use their services and willing to accept the responsibilities of membership, without gender, social, racial, political, or religious discrimination.

  2. Democratic Member Control
    Cooperatives are democratic organizations controlled by their members, who actively participate in setting policies and making decisions. The elected representatives are accountable to the membership.
    In primary cooperatives, members have equal voting rights (one member, one vote) and cooperatives at other levels are organized in a democratic manner.

  3. Members’ Economic Participation
    Members contribute equitably to, and democratically control, the capital of their cooperative. At least part of that capital is usually the common property of the cooperative. Members usually receive limited compensation, if any, on capital subscribed as a condition of membership.
    Members allocate surpluses for any or all of the following purposes: developing the cooperative, possibly by setting up reserves, part of which at least would be indivisible; benefiting members in proportion to their transactions with the cooperative; and supporting other activities approved by the membership.

  4. Autonomy and Independence
    Cooperatives are autonomous, self-help organizations controlled by their members.
    If they enter into agreements with other organizations, including governments, or raise capital from external sources, they do so on terms that ensure democratic control by their members and maintain their cooperative autonomy.

  5. Education, Training, and Information
    Cooperatives provide education and training for their members, elected representatives, managers, and employees so they can contribute effectively to the development of their cooperatives.
    They inform the general public, particularly young people and opinion leaders, about the nature and benefits of cooperation.

  6. Cooperation Among Cooperatives
    Cooperatives serve their members most effectively and strengthen the cooperative movement by working together through local, national, regional, and international structures.

  7. Concern for Community
    While focusing on member needs, cooperatives work for the sustainable development of their communities through policies accepted by their members.

Dedicated to exceeding member's expectations for safe, reliable, efficient service while being a good citizen in our communities.

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1800 West Washington Street 

P.O. Box 440

Mount Pleasant, IA 52641

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319-385-1577 | 866-242-4232

This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Please see complete statement of non-discrimination here: https://accessenergycoop.com/equal-opportunity-statement

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  • Home
  • Your Cooperative
    • About AEC
      • About Us
      • Our Staff
      • Board of Directors
        • How to Run for the Board of Directors
      • Service Area
      • Employment Opportunities
      • Cooperative Principles
      • Where Does Our Power Come From?
      • History of Co-ops
      • Touchstone Energy
    • Policies
      • Articles of Incorporation & Bylaws
      • E-Business Privacy Policy
      • Identity Theft Protection
      • Privacy Policy
      • Rights and Remedies
      • Statement of Nondiscrimination
    • Member Benefits
      • Monthly Magazine
      • Coop News
      • Dividends
        • Treasure Hunt
      • New Member Info
      • What does it mean to be a member?
      • Annual Meeting
      • Election of Directors
  • Your Account
    • Payment Options
      • Bank Draft
      • Budget Billing
      • Credit/Debit Card Payments
      • Payment Drop Box
      • SmartHub
    • Billing
      • Your Bill
      • Troubleshooting Your Bill
      • Rates
      • What is Demand?
        • Single Phase Demand Calculator
      • Dividends
      • Moving/Address Changes
      • IA Energy Assist Program (LIHEAP)
    • Electrical Equipment
      • Your Meter
      • Who Owns What?
      • New Construction/ New Meter
  • Services
    • Residential
      • Residential Rebates
      • Energy Audits
      • Outside Area Lighting
      • Financing for Energy Efficiency Improvements
    • Business
      • Business Rebates
      • Business Energy Audits
      • Power Quality
      • Thermal Imaging
  • Safety
    • General
      • Safety Tips
      • Safety Equipment
      • Safe Electricity
    • Safety Policies and Procedures
      • Grain Bin Clearance
      • Call Before You Dig!
  • Co-op/Community
    • Programs for Youth
      • Scholarships
      • Lineworker Scholarships
      • Summer Work and Internships
      • Youth Tour Contest
    • Tools For Schools
      • Teachers Zone
      • Safety Demonstrations
    • Community Involvement
      • Legislation
      • Contact Your Legislators
      • Economic Development
        • BizConnections
      • Revolving Loan Fund
    • General
      • Photo Contest
      • RECare
      • Discount Card
  • Energy Solutions
    • Saving Energy
      • Energy Audits
      • Rebates and Low Interest Loans
      • Energy Saving Ideas
      • Together We Save
    • Renewable Energy
      • Access to Green Energy Program
      • Electric Vehicles
      • Solar and Wind Energy Generation
  • Outages/Maintenance
    • Outages
    • Maintenance Programs
    • Restoring Power
    • Tree Trimming
    • Power Blinks
    • Frequently Asked Questions