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Nov 20
Utility Scale Battery Will Help VEC Shave Peaks, Soak up Renewable Energy
VEC, in partnership with project partners, has commissioned a second utility scale battery in our territory to make it easier to utilize renewable energy and reduce the cost to provide power to VEC members during peak demand times.
Oct 4
EV Meet Up at Vermont Electric Co-op
Johnson, Vt – Owners of electric vehicles and others interested in the technology connected Thursday afternoon at the headquarters of Vermont Electric Co-op to discuss this new transportation option, and enjoy some snacks and giveaways. “It’s always great to hear firsthand from EV owners about their on-the-ground experience in Vermont with this evolving technology,” said Jake Brown, Energy Services Planner with VEC. “We were excited to get owners and non-owners together, so people could learn from each other and get a real feel for these cars.”
Sep 24
EV Meet up Set for Oct 3 at VEC in Johnson
Come celebrate fall, National Drive Electric Week, and EV technology with fellow VEC members Thursday afternoon, October 3! Swing by any time between 2-5 pm. ?Check out electric vehicles and talk to EV owners about their experience with this new transportation option.
Jul 18
Innovation Webinar Series
Just how does VEC manage the flow of electricity to all of our 33,000-plus members? Join us for a webinar on July 25 from 12-1 pm to get a look at where it all happens – the VEC Control Center – and hear how we work to deliver electricity safely across the 75 communities we serve.
Jun 19
Heat Wave and High Electric Demand Expected
Johnson, VT- Vermont Electric Cooperative (VEC) is urging members to stay safe during the high temperatures expected this week. Safety is the absolute highest priority. VEC is also urging members to avoid optional electric use on Wednesday and Thursday evenings as the demand for electricity across New England is expected to spike, causing the electric supply to be dirtier and more expensive. Specifically, VEC asks members to conserve electricity from 6 to 10 pm on Wednesday and Thursday evenings.
May 15
Electric Power Reliability in the Face of a Changing Climate Focus of VEC Annual Meeting
Johnson, VT- Vermont Electric Co-op members recently got a rundown on how the co-op is planning for increasing weather-related threats to the power system during VEC’s Annual Meeting at Smugglers’ Notch Resort. The morning-long event took place this past Saturday, May 11.
Apr 18
Vermont Legislature Marks Lineworker Appreciation Day
Johnson, Vt – The Vermont Legislature marked National Lineworker Appreciation Day on Thursday with a concurrent resolution, HCR 217, recognizing the critical role electric lineworkers play in keeping the power flowing to communities across the Green Mountain State. Lineworkers from Vermont Electric Co-op as well as Green Mountain Power and Washington Electric Co-op were greeted by Gov. Phil Scott, and received formal recognition from lawmakers on the floor of the Vermont House.
Apr 17
Community Fund: Generous VEC Members Making a Real Difference
In 2023 the VEC Community Fund disbursed to local non-profits the largest amount of money ever. The fund gave out grants totaling $47,959 in 2023, almost double the $24,100 awarded the previous year and well above any previous year since the fund was launched in 2015. The fund made 61 separate grant awards in 2023 compared to 32 in 2022.
Apr 15
Eleven Candidates Vying for Four Seats on Vermont Electric Co-op Board
Johnson, VT- Eleven candidates are contending for four seats up for election this year on the Board of Directors of Vermont Electric Cooperative (VEC). The districts, and the candidates who are running in each district, are:
Mar 12
Join us!
Repeated storms in recent months have challenged VEC, causing several back-to-back power outages across our territory. These strong and damaging wind and snow events – a phenomenon we expect to continue – have put a spotlight on power reliability and resiliency. How is VEC planning for the future? Join us Thursday, March 28 from 12-1 pm for a conversation with experts about the changing weather and VEC’s strategic investments in reliability and resilience. What impacts are changing weather patterns having on the reliability of VEC’s electricity system? What investments is VEC making on behalf of our members to protect our system from the effects of these more frequent, intense storms? How will we pay for these investments?