April 2023

Featured Articles:

• So Much More Than Electricity

  In addition to supplying affordable, reliable electric power, Walton EMC makes a huge impact on the communities we serve. 2022 Donations Operation Round Up – $591,951 Walton Electric Trust Scholarships – $304,000 School EmPOWERment Grants – $368,212 Walton EMC Corporate Donations – $242,924 Walton EMC Employee Charities – $82,456 Total Donations – $1,589,543 2022 Taxes […]

• Walton EMC Rates Less Than State Average

  The Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) recently published the Winter 2023 Residential Electric Rate Survey. The commission surveys the rates of the state’s customer-owned (EMCs), government-owned and investor-owned electric companies twice yearly. The PSC’s website allows you to filter by survey date, utility type and consumption. The average Walton EMC customer-owner used 2,360 kilowatt-hours (kWh) during December […]

• Four Student Leaders to Represent Walton EMC

  Following a rigorous application process, student leaders Deeya Mepani, Keely Gray, Julianna Walker and Katia Buch have been selected to represent Walton EMC on the 2023 Washington Youth Tour. They will join nearly 2,000 student delegates from around the country for a weeklong, all-expense-paid leadership experience in June. The leadership development opportunity is meant to […]

• Making Solar Do More

  Walton EMC and its partner Silicon Ranch are the undeniable leaders in generating renewable energy to support new industry in Georgia. In just four years, they have collaborated to install seven solar facilities to support Meta’s (formerly Facebook) operations in Newton County. This number will grow to 10 over the next three years. While the advantages of […]

• Pull In, Plug In

  Jeff Paul, Walton EMC’s director of member services, has been keeping his eye on an interesting trend occurring throughout the co-op’s service area. He’s been watching the number of electric vehicle registrations climb. He points to Gwinnett County as an example of how EVs are gaining in popularity locally. “As of February 20, 2023, there […]

• Plugged In: Do I Call 811 Before Planting a Tree?

  Q: Do I have to call 811 before planting a tree? A: Whether you’re planting a tree, putting up a new mailbox, installing a fence or even planting a garden, Georgia law requires you to contact 811 before digging. Why? Hitting an underground utility line can knock out service to your home and neighborhood or […]

• Energy Savers April 2023