We know many families across our communities are feeling the impact of rising costs for everyday expenses. Groceries, gasoline, insurance and other necessities cost more than they did just a few years ago. Because of that, we understand that every household is carefully considering where each dollar goes.

That’s why I think it’s important to occasionally step back and consider the value electricity provides.

A typical Halifax EMC member using 1,000 kWh of electricity each month pays about $180 for electric service, or roughly $6 a day. I often think about what that $6 provides. It’s about the cost of a specialty coffee, yet electricity powers nearly every moment of our daily lives, often without us giving it a second thought. In fact, many typical purchases cost more than a day’s worth of electricity. A fast-food combo meal averages about $9 and a single movie ticket can cost around $13.

For about $6 a day, your refrigerator keeps food fresh around the clock. Your heating and cooling system helps keep your family comfortable through the seasons. Your water heater keeps water hot and ready for your shower. Lights brighten your home after sunset. Appliances make cooking and cleaning easier. Devices stay charged so you can work, learn, communicate and stay connected with loved ones. When you think about everything electricity makes possible, it’s one of the greatest values in the average household budget.

Even with electricity’s exceptional value, we know every dollar matters. If you’re looking for ways to lower your energy use, Halifax EMC is here to help. Whether you need efficiency advice from our energy advisor, information about co-op rebates and efficiency programs, or answers to questions about your monthly bill, our team is always available.

Even with electricity’s exceptional value, we know every dollar matters. If you’re looking for ways to lower your energy use, Halifax EMC is here to help.

Halifax EMC is proud to be more than your electric provider. Because we’re a cooperative, we’re locally owned by you, the consumer-members we serve. That means every decision we make is guided by what’s best for our community, not by outside shareholders.

While costs throughout the utility industry continue to rise, we’re focused on finding practical ways to control expenses and maximize the value of every dollar invested on behalf of our members. In July, we shared how increasing prices for essential materials such as utility poles, transformers, and other equipment are affecting electric cooperatives across the country. Despite those pressures, Halifax EMC has worked to keep cost increases below overall inflation while continuing to maintain a reliable system. In August, we highlighted a strategic transformer replacement and relocation plan that allows us to redeploy existing equipment, increase capacity where it’s needed, improve reliability and reduce the need for more costly purchases in the future. These are the kinds of smart, long-term decisions that help us manage rising costs while continuing to provide dependable service.

Thank you for trusting us to power your home and your life. We’re committed to providing everyday value for you and your family through reliable service, responsible planning, and affordable electricity, so you can make the most of every energy dollar.