Vol73-3 March 2023
Member newsletter for Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative
Board election process begins
SMECO’s Board of Directors appoints the 2023 Nominating Committee at its March meeting. The Nominating Committee will meet in May to select candidates for the five Board positions to be elected this year.
The changing shape of the electric grid
In your February newsletter, we talked about decarbonization, one of three key trends impacting the electric utility industry. This month, we will focus on decentralization and what that means for cooperative members.
SMECO sponsors MATHCOUNTS competition
More than 150 middle schoolers from 17 schools throughout Southern Maryland enjoyed a fast-paced challenge of their math skills at the 29th annual regional MATHCOUNTS competition, hosted by Calvert High School on Saturday, February 4, 2023.
Standard Offer Service rate update
The total residential Standard Offer Service (SOS) rate for February is $0.102815 per kilowatt-hour (kWh).
- Winter Residential Energy Charge: $0.0931 per kWh
- February Residential Power Cost Adjustment (PCA): $0.009715 per kWh
Energy efficiency tip of the month
Washing windows and screens is a great way to practice energy efficiency during spring cleaning. Clean windows and screens make your home brighter by allowing more sunlight in, reducing the need for lamps and fixtures. Clean screens also allow more fresh air in the home when the windows are open to recycle indoor air. Natural light and clean air are energy savers, and they enhance overall health and productivity.
Source: energy.gov
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