Understanding Your Wiregrass Electric Bill

In the interest of transparency and clarity, Wiregrass Electric Cooperative wants to ensure members understand the numbers that make up your monthly bill.

The more you understand, the better equipped you are to manage your energy use wisely and make informed decisions for your household.

1. Account Information: Your unique identifier with WEC, including name and billing address.
2. Distribution Expense: The cost of maintaining and operating the electricity distribution system. This is a fixed monthly charge for all residential accounts.
3. Residential Demand Charge: This charge reflects your household’s contribution to WEC’s highest electricity demand day during peak hours, from 6 to 9 a.m. in the coldest months. The rate is $2.50 per kilowatt, or kW.
4. Basic Energy Charge: This figure reflects the total kilowatt-hours used multiplied by the rate per kWh. WEC lowered the base energy rate charged to members from $0.1113 per kWh to $0.0996 per kWh — a 10.5% reduction.
5. Power Cost Adjustment: This variable item can either be a charge or a credit, reflecting changes in the cost to generate or purchase power.
6. Alabama Utility Tax: A 9% tax is applied to the total electric bill, as per state regulations.
7. Operation Round Up Foundation: An optional charitable program where members can round up their bills to the nearest dollar, with the extra money going to community projects and initiatives in the Wiregrass.
8. Total Amount Due: This is the full amount you need to pay, including all charges, taxes, and optional programs.
9. Monthly Energy Use Comparison: This information helps you track and compare your electricity use month to month.
10. Daily Average of kWh Usage: By averaging your monthly use into a daily figure, WEC helps you understand your daily consumption patterns.
11. Important Information: This section is where we list any critical updates or messages from WEC to keep you informed.

This guide is designed to help you navigate your Wiregrass Electric Cooperative bill, particularly concerning demand charges. For a more detailed and personalized view of your energy use and demand patterns, visit your member account. You can access it through the Wiregrass Electric mobile app or by logging into your account.

Stay informed and take control of your energy consumption for a more cost-effective use of resources.