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Energy Assistance

The Energy Assistance Program (EAP) is a federally funded program through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, which helps low-income renters and homeowners pay for home heating costs and furnace repairs.  A member's annual household income must be at or below 60% of the state median annual income ($67,764 for a family of four) to qualify for benefits.  Also, applications must be received or postmarked by May 31, 2022.

To learn more about accessing the EAP, click on the SEMCAC or Three Rivers links below.  Additional organizations that may be able to help are also listed below.

Minnesota Cold Weather Rule

The Minnesota Cold Weather Rule is in effect October 1 to April 30.  For more information, please click below.

Minnesota's Cold Weather Rule

SEMCAC

SEMCAC serves the counties of Dodge, Freeborn, Fillmore, Houston, Mower, Steele and Winona.

(800) 944-3281

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Three Rivers Community Action

Three Rivers Community Action, Inc. serves Olmsted and Wabasha counties.

(507) 316-0616

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Rochester Salvation Army

Provides assistance to residents of Olmsted County with a wide range of programs.

(507) 288-3663

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Minnesota Department of Commerce

The Minnesota Department of Commerce has a website with information and resources to help Minnesota families get through our cold winters.

Visit Their Website

USDA Service Center Locator

USDA Service Centers are locations where you can connect with people at the Farm Service Agency, Natural Resources Conservation Service, or Rural Development.  There are resources here for farmers and ranchers who may need assistance.

Visit USDA Farmers.gov

Active Military Personnel

Minnesota law protects military personnel from shut-off if they cannot pay their utility bill and certain conditions are met.

If you have any questions about the "Military Personnel Disconnection Law", contact Member Services at (800) 214-2694 anytime between 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

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People's Energy Cooperative

1775 Lake Shady Avenue South
Oronoco, MN  55960

Phone | (800) 214-2694 or (507) 367-7000
Fax | (507) 367-7001

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Monday-Friday | 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

 

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  • Home
  • Community
    • Economic Development
    • Education Programs
    • Kids Corner
    • Operation Round Up®
    • Political Action
  • Cooperative Information
    • About People's Energy Cooperative
    • Board of Directors
    • Bylaws & Articles of Incorporation
    • Careers
    • Member Advisory Committee
    • News and Information
    • Our Mission, Vision & Values
    • Privacy Statement / Notice
    • Service Territory and Board Districts
    • Seven Cooperative Principles
    • Statement of Non-Discrimination
  • Electric Service
    • Start, Stop, or Transfer Service
    • Construction/Modification
    • 811 Call Before You Dig
    • Landscape & Tree Planting Guidelines
    • Power Line Safety
    • Power Outage Information
    • Power Outages Map
    • Vegetation Management
  • Member Center
    • Choose Paperless
    • Account
      • Account Management
      • Become a Member
      • Capital Credits
      • Payment Options
      • Rebates
      • Rates
    • Programs & Services
      • Co-op Connections Discounts
      • Energy Audits
      • Energy Management Programs
      • Energy Saving Resources
      • Evergreen Renewable Energy Program
      • Heartland Security
      • HomeServe Service Plan
      • Outdoor LED Lighting
      • People's Community Solar
      • Power Down - Voluntary Load Reduction
      • Standby Generator Program
      • Viasat Internet
      • Water Heating Programs
  • Renewable Energy & Electric Vehicles
    • Clean Energy Initiative Partnership
    • Minnesota Three LLC Solar Array
    • Renewable Energy
    • Electric Vehicles