We’re Hiring at Our Wake Forest Office! Wake Electric is seeking a Part-Time Cashier to join our team. Apply by end of business on Friday, September 5th. Apply now: wemc.com/careers.

💡 Stay in the know when the lights go out! Get instant updates regarding outages when you opt in for text notifications through SmartHub. 👉 Learn how: ow.ly/x8zH50Wr96R

When summer heats up, our electric bills tend to increase as air conditioners are working overtime, driving up home energy consumption. Wake Electric is committed to helping you beat the heat without breaking the bank. Check out these summer energy-saving tips!

Did you know electric cooperatives serve 42 million people across the U.S.? Collectively, co-ops power 56% of the American landscape.

In observance of Labor Day, our offices are closed today. However, our crews remain on call should you need assistance. Today and every day we’re grateful for the hardworking men and women who power our communities. 💪⚡

September is National Preparedness Month! Storms can happen anytime—don’t wait until the forecast changes. Now’s the time to build a kit, make a plan, and stay connected.

This International Day of Charity, give where it counts—right here at home. 🧡 Our Giving Library is a community resource where you can take a book or leave a book for others to enjoy. Stop by our Wake Forest office to share your favorite reads and spread the joy of reading.

🚨 Teachers! Don’t miss your chance to apply for two Wake Electric grants—deadline is Sept 15! 💡 Bright Ideas: Up to $3,000 for creative classroom projects → wemc.com/bright-ideas-g… 🖥️ CTA: Up to $3,000 for tech tools → wemc.com/classroom-tech/

💸 Are you—or someone you know—owed capital credits? Wake Electric returns excess revenue to members through capital credits, but some checks get returned due to outdated addresses. Check the list to see if your name—or a friend’s—is on it! 👉 wemc.com/capital-credits

In honor of National Preparedness Month this September, check your emergency kit—or build one from scratch. You’ll want: 🪫 Flashlights & batteries 📻 Weather radio 🚰 Water & non-perishables ⚕️ First-aid essentials Prep now, feel confident later.

💻✨ Happy IT Professionals Day! Today we’re celebrating the tech wizards who keep our systems secure, our data flowing, and our co-op connected. From troubleshooting network issues to powering the tools we rely on daily—you make it all possible.

September is National Preparedness Month—are you storm-ready? Being prepared means staying informed. 📱 Update your contact info in SmartHub to receive real-time outage alerts and updates. A few clicks now can save stress later.

Happy National CleanUp Day! The Wake Electric team regularly maintains our adopted section of the Smith Creek Greenway Trail. We’re proud to help keep our community spaces clean and green. 🌱

Operation RoundUp sent two students to D.C. this summer to explore leadership, government & opportunity. It starts with just a few cents a month from your electric bill. 💡Sign up today: Call 1.800.474.6300 or email [email protected].

When disaster strikes, the best response starts with a plan. ✅ Does your family know where to meet if the power goes out? ✅ Who will check on elderly neighbors? ✅ Are your emergency contacts written down and accessible? Make a plan. Share it. Practice it.

Electric co-ops like Wake Electric are already using artificial intelligence (AI) and augmented reality (AR) tools for key tasks. While many of these tools have the potential to improve services for our members, AI also presents a few challenges for the energy sector.

September is National Preparedness Month, but at Wake Electric, preparation never takes a day off. Here’s how we stay storm-ready: ✅ System inspections 🌳 Vegetation management 🌀 Storm-response plans 🤝 Mutual aid partnerships

October is National Cooperative Month! 🌀 Wake Electric is more than a utility—we’re a member-owned co-op focused on service, not profit. From smart energy systems to community programs, we’re powered by purpose. 💡

🌟 High school juniors—this is YOUR moment! The 2026 Youth Tour application is OPEN! Represent your community & spend an unforgettable week in Washington, D.C. with other student leaders💡 Apply now 👉 wemc.com/wp-content/upl… #YouthTour #FutureLeaders #WakeEMC

🔐 October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month! All month long, we’ll be sharing quick, practical tips to help you stay safe online—especially when it comes to protecting your phone, apps, and personal info.