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The Official Newsletter of Cobb Electric Membership Corporation | MAY 2026
YOUR SAFETY. OUR PRIORITY. EVERY DAY OF THE YEAR.
UPDATES & TIPS FOR MEMBERS
JOIN US AT THESE FREE EVENTS
Cobb EMC hosts free member events throughout the year on a variety of helpful topics. Save these dates!
Energy Efficiency Seminar: May 14
Safety Webinar: June 25
Visit our website to learn more. cobbemc.com/events
Stretch your summer budget with the Co‑op Connections Card
Make summer a little easier on your wallet with the Co‑op Connections® Card. Enjoy discounts on family fun like the Georgia Aquarium, along with savings on dining, prescriptions, entertainment, travel and everyday purchases— locally and nationwide. It’s a simple way to save more while having fun all season long. cobbemc.com/discounts
May is Electrical Safety Month, but at Cobb EMC, safety is something we focus on every day. Electricity keeps our homes and workplaces running, yet it must be treated with respect. Many electrical accidents are prevent able, and simple awareness makes a big difference.
To help keep our community safe, we provide hands‑on safety programs at schools and local events throughout the year. These sessions show what to do around downed power lines, explain why you should never approach pad‑mounted transformers and highlight other common electrical hazards.
We also maintain a strong internal safety culture, which includes:
• Regular inspections and upgrades to thousands of miles of line in our service area
• Crew visits that reinforce safe work practices and proper equipment use
• Safety audits and a safety ambassador program that trains employees daily and promotes safe workplaces
Here are a few quick safety reminders:
• Replace damaged cords. Frayed or cut wires can spark fires.
• Avoid overloaded circuits. Too many devices on one circuit can exceed safe limits.
• Label your breakers. Clear labels make emergencies easier to navigate.
• Use extension cords properly. Never connect multiple cords together, and avoid using them permanently.
• Teach kids about outdoor safety. Make sure they know to stay far away from overhead lines and electrical equipment.
• Protect lineworkers. Don’t attach signs or other items to utility poles, as it poses a danger to our lineworkers.
Our commitment to you is to provide reliable power 24/7 and to protect our community by encouraging safe habits around electricity.
Find helpful seasonal tips for home, electrical, power line and storm safety at cobbemc.com/safety.
A Full House of Energy Savings
ATTIC
In many homes, attic insulation is one of the easiest, least expensive and most effective ways to reduce your energy use.
DEN/OFFICE
Plug all electronic gadgets, such as phone and laptop chargers, printers and gaming consoles, into a power strip with an on/off switch. When not in use, turn the power strip off to eliminate all those energy vampires.
BEDROOM
Ceiling fans can help save energy all year long. In the summer, fans should rotate counterclockwise to push air down, creating a cooling flow. In the winter, fans should rotate clockwise to help draw cool air up toward the ceiling and push the warm air that naturally rises down to you and your family
LIVING ROOM
Smart thermostats learn how you and your family live and automatically adjust the temperature settings based on your lifestyle to keep you comfortable while saving you money.
BATHROOM
Take a short shower instead of a bath. Short showers use much less water, and you’ll also save energy by not heating all that extra water!
KITCHEN
Make sure your burner isn’t bigger than the pan, and use flat-bottomed pans to maximize surface contact with the burner. Minimize the number of times you open and close the refrigerator or oven door
BRINGING YOU EVERYDAY VALUE
Cobb EMC is proud to bring you value and savings. Take advantage of the programs and services we’ve created just for you. cobbemc.com/benefits
LOW RATES
Members’ monthly bills are $52 lower than the average electric utility in Georgia.2
CHOOSE
HOW TO PAY
Choose the method that works for you, plus no credit card fees.4
SAVINGS
View and monitor your energy use through our free tools or app.
ENERGY REBATES
We offer incentives to help you make energy improvements to your home.
BRIGHTENING OUR COMMUNITY
We recently welcomed students from Paulding County High School and North Paulding High School to Cobb EMC for a behind‑the‑scenes tour. These future leaders explored our facilities, learned how we keep our communities powered and heard directly from our employ ees about career paths in the energy industry.
cobbemc.com/energycareers
Through our mini grant program, we’re honored to support local teachers by helping ease classroom expenses and provide meaningful resources that make a positive difference for students throughout our community. We recently awarded more than $35,000 in mini‑ grants to 75 elementary, middle and high school teachers across our five-county service area.
cobbemc.com/education
The Cobb EMC Foundation has announced a new round of charitable grants for nonprofit organizations serving communities within Cobb EMC’s service area. This year, the Foundation has awarded more than $1 million to nonprofits that strengthen families, expand educational opportunities, address basic needs and improve quality of life across the region.
cobbemc.com/foundation
With Cobb EMC, you get more than low electricity rates and exceptional service. You also get special savings on natural gas with our partners at Gas South, Georgia’s highest-rated provider.
Switch today for:
• $50 in bill credits
• A 2¢-per-therm permanent discount*
• No deposit and no connection fee
And joining is easy—it takes only minutes online, and Gas South will handle all the details to get you set up!
Find out why more Cobb EMC members are switching to Gas South every day.
*Conditions apply. See website for details. One Easy Switch. Great Gas Savings.
