Evergreen is an opportunity for electric cooperative members to voluntarily contribute to the increased use of renewable energy sources. Private ownership of renewable energy does not work for everyone. A member’s property may not support it or the upfront costs and maintenance may be too great. Evergreen is an easy way for any cooperative member to do their part to “be green.” Participation in Evergreen is separate from any federal or state requirements.
There are many ways to power a home, farm, or business through Evergreen. In addition to supporting renewable energy, members can choose which opportunity is best for their lifestyle:
- Evergreen Everyone: Members can support renewable energy in increments of 100 kilowatt-hour (kWh) blocks for just $0.65 per block per month.
- Evergreen Everyday: Members who enroll in a storage strategy for their electric water heater will receive up to four Evergreen blocks to help keep their water hot.
- Evergreen Everywhere: Members who charge an electric vehicle during off-peak hours can receive up to four Evergreen blocks.
- Evergreen Everything: Through Evergreen Everything, members can choose to have 100 percent of their electricity use generated by renewable energy for $0.65 per 100 kWh block. The average cooperative home uses around 1,000 kWh per month, which equals $6.50 per month.
