New Member

Welcome to Access Energy Cooperative! As a new member, you are now part of a community dedicated to providing reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy solutions. Explore the benefits of membership, including energy efficiency programs, rebates, and personalized customer service. 

Member Info

Welcome to Access Energy Cooperative!

Welcome to Access Energy Cooperative! As your trusted partner in power, we are dedicated to exceeding your expectations for safe, reliable, and efficient service, while being a good citizen in our communities.This page introduces you to the benefits of being a member of your electric cooperative, helps you become acquainted with the resources and services available to you, and shows you how to become an active part of your cooperative. The links below connect you with pages on our website that offer details on this information and more. Access Energy Cooperative exists for one purpose: to serve the needs of our members. We do not function to generate a profit, all revenues earned go back to the members. That’s the cooperative difference.

get-involved

Get involved in your cooperative and your community - vote for directors, participate in the photo contest, follow our Facebook page and website. Read your monthly magazine to find out about youth programs, Coop Connections Card, and RECare. All members are encouraged to attend the annual meeting of members - find more information on all of this by clicking on the "Get Involved" menu button below.

Cooperative Information

We encourage you to browse through our website. It is full of valuable information for members. For quick links, use the following to discover:

  1. Details on general office hours and information
  2. Power outage information - check current outages
  3. Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws
  4. Find out where your power comes from and types of fuel used for generation
  5. Safety tips

The Cooperative Difference

At Access Energy Cooperative, you are a member, not just a customer. That is because at Access Energy Cooperative, you are a part owner of the business. For quick links to answer some common questions, use these:

  1. What does it mean to be a member of Access Energy Cooperative?
  2. What are dividends? How do members receive dividend checks?
  3. What does the board of directors do and who can run for the board?

Be sure to visit the Co-op/Community tab to see what programs we have available and how we are involved in our communities.

Get To Know Your Account

Understanding how you are billed is the best way to control your spending on energy. See how we can help you with these quick links.

  1. What is SmartHub and how can the member use it to save money?
  2. What payment options are available? – Visit the YOUR ACCOUNT tab for information on:
    1. auto bank draft payment,
    2. credit card payments,
    3. budget billing,
    4. and other information
  3. Understand your bill
  4. What is demand?

Find Ways To Save Money

Let us help you find ways to save energy and money. Discover information on energy efficiency tips, rebates, energy audits, and low interest loans for energy efficiency improvements by selecting visiting these areas on our website:

  1. What is an energy audit and how do I request one?
  2. Where do I find information on your rebate program and financing to help with energy efficiency improvements?
  3. I like to check out things on my own first. How can I find ways to save energy in my home by myself?
  4. Where can I find simple energy saving ideas for my home or business, or even for agricultural applications?

Renewable Energy Information

Access Energy Cooperative is here to serve your needs. We are happy to help with questions about renewable energy and help to make sure that if you install a system that it is done safely. Before you install  wind or solar generation, check with Access Energy Cooperative first to ensure all connections meet safety regulations. Visit our GOING GREEN tab or use these quick links for specific questions:

  1. What questions do I need to ask before installing a wind generation system?
  2. What requirements do I need to fulfill to make sure the connection to Access Energy Cooperative’s system is safe for everyone?
  3. Is solar right for you?