Electric cooperatives have long taken the lead in holding down energy costs and pursuing good environmental practices because their members understand that a cooperative stands to benefit everyone. Adams Electric has invested in its load management program since 1986 with its generation and transmission cooperative, Allegheny Electric Cooperative, and 13 other electric cooperatives in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. During the hottest and coldest times of the year, Adams Electric uses the LCRs to power down those devices, thereby reducing the demand for electricity across its entire system. Adams Electric is a clear leader in controlling electric loads. Its 9,000 volunteer load control members represent almost one-quarter of all the participants in the two states.
Money is also available for energy-saving weatherization projects.