May 2025 Connections Newsletter

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CONNECTIONS

DEDICATED TO PROVIDING VALUE:

POWER COST ADJUSTMENT

You’ve previously seen Wholesale Power Adjustment (WPA) on your bill under Current Charges. To more accurately describe and reflect the cost of providing power to you, in April we changed the name to Power Cost Adjustment (PCA). This could be an addition or reduction on your bill.

Please note: If you are taking advantage of our Even Bill rate, your PCA will not appear as a line item on your bill. The PCA is calculated into the Even Bill rate and included at the time of Even Bill recalculation.

cobbemc.com/ WorkingForYou

#1 lowest electric rates in the state for three consecutive years

Cobb EMC maintains a steadfast dedication to providing value beyond electricity for our members to lessen the burden of electric bills and provide opportunities for savings. Our electric rates remain the lowest in the state for the third consecutive year among all 94 electric utilities according to the Public Service Commission 2025 winter rate survey. Members’ bills are $58 lower per month than the state average.

Here are other ways we provide value to you:

3 YEARS IN A ROW

• Since 2013, Cobb EMC has returned nearly $76 million in the form of a Power Cost Adjustment credit on electric bills.

• We proactively invest in and maintain our system to provide members with the most reliable power in the nation according to the IEEE’s* 2023 and 2024 benchmark year study results. The study ranks Cobb EMC #1 in the nation for providing reliable power.

• The Cobb EMC Foundation has given more than $9.3 million to nonprofits right here in our community that directly impact our service area.

Cobb EMC: $135

EMC average: $198.94

State average: $193.48

Average monthly bill

Cobb EMC offers the lowest rates in the state among all 94 electric utilities, according to the Georgia PSC 2025 winter residential rate survey. Average bill amounts reflect a monthly 1,500 kWh use.

FOR THE SUMMER ENERGY SAVINGS

When summer heats up, electric bills tend to increase as air conditioners work overtime, driving up home energy consumption. Cobb EMC is your local not-forprofit electricity provider, and we are committed to helping you beat the heat without breaking the bank. Find simple ways to save energy below and online at cobbemc.com/Save

CHOOSE AN ELECTRIC RATE BASED ON YOUR LIFESTYLE

Take advantage of our rate selection tool online to identify which electric rate may work best based on your energy use habits and lifestyle. Some of our lifestyle options include:

• Even Bill: Allows you to pay the same bill amount every month and the amount you pay is recalculated every year based on your energy use habits, with no true-up at the end of the full year (12 consecutive billing periods).

• NiteFlex: Perfect for EV owners and those who use power late at night. This time-of-use rate gives you up to 400 kWh of free electricity each month if used from midnight to 6 a.m.

• Smart Choice: Ideal for super energy savers who want to be rewarded with lower electric bills. On Energy Saving Peak days, we’ll notify you to conserve energy from 2-7 p.m. Your peak service charge for the year will be determined by your highest energy demand during these hours.

cobbemc.com/Rates

FIND AN INCENTIVE FOR EFFICIENCY IMPROVEMENTS

Receive up to a $500 incentive on energy efficiency projects such as HVAC replacement, water heater replacement, attic insulation, duct sealing, weatherstripping and caulking. You can also get a $100 incentive when you install a smart thermostat or $250 toward an EV charger installation in your home. cobbemc.com/Network

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