PROGRAMS & SERVICES OPERATION ROUND UP
OFF-PEAK PROGRAMS
ENERGY REVIEW
6 Highline Notes September 2019
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The Operation Round Up Program (ORU) rounds up members’ electric bills to the next whole dollar amount to raise money for organizations in need within the community. Members participating in the program contribute an estimated average of $6 each year — just a small amount that goes a long way to help worthy causes in our region. A volunteer board of directors comprised of cooperative members from across our service territory determine how and to whom the funds get distributed. Since forming in 1993, Cass County Electric’s ORU program has given back more than $3 million.
Cass County Electric’s off-peak programs offer participating members lower rates in exchange for managing their electricity use during times of high energy demand, such as extremely cold winter days. The most popular off-peak option is dual heat, where a member’s primary heat source is electric, but they also have a backup source, like propane. The majority of the time, the member is able to use the electric heat as desired, but if energy demand is high, Cass County Electric is able to automatically switch the member to their backup heat source. Questions call our energy management team at 800.248.3292.
Looking to learn the cause behind high energy use in your home or business? We offer an analysis of your electric use and demand as well as on-site walkthroughs with an assessment of the characteristics of your space. This review will give you the information you need to help you manage your energy costs and make changes that can impact your energy consumption. For more details, call our energy management team at 800.248.3292.
SMARTHUB
When you sign up for SmartHub, you not only gain control of your billing options, but you also receive access to your energy use data. With this, you can see a visual comparison of your day-today energy use and can compare weeks, months, and even years. This information can help make the right choices to manage your monthly bill. Visit kwh. smarthub.coop or download the SmartHub app to get started.
