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 The week of March 13, Firelands Electric will be conducting its annual member satisfaction survey. Randomly selected co-op members will be contacted by phone or email to participate.
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OurSolar Community Renewable Program

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FIRELANDS ELECTRIC LAUNCHING PHASE 2!

Members will soon have the opportunity to subscribe to purchase the energy output of up to 10 panels in this newly expanded community renewable energy program.
 

Click here to receive OurSolar Phase 2 information and a contract
 

Many cooperative members considering the installation of a residential solar system encounter some type of obstacle, such as trees blocking the sun’s rays or not enough space for the necessary equipment. An even more common barrier is the hefty price tag — a typical residential solar system can cost around $25,000.

Firelands Electric’s OurSolar, a community renewable program, is a cost effective alternative. It gives members the opportunity to use solar energy without installing any equipment at their home, and all maintenance costs are included in the subscription rate.

Phase 1 of the program, which was launched in 2018, allowed residential members to sign up to purchase renewable energy produced by cooperative-owned solar panels located at Firelands Electric's facility in New London. Within a few short months, co-op members had subscribed to all 152 panels. Phase 2 consists of an additional 140 panels, and is part of a larger solar array near Findlay, Ohio that serves electric cooperatives throughout the state.

While OurSolar will not lower the bill of participating members, it is an easy and economical way to get involved in renewable power. Energy produced through OurSolar costs just 1.2 cents per kWh more than the standard residential rate. This works out to an average monthly premium of less than $1 per panel. 

Even though this is a slight increase in price compared to the cooperative’s standard rate, it is a great way to go green! Members can spend a few additional dollars each month, versus the thousands of dollars required to install a personal residential system.

See the links below for additional information about Firelands Electric Cooperative's OurSolar program, or to request a contract.
 

RESOURCES

  • Firelands Electric Co-op's OurSolar Generation - See how many kWh our panels are producing in real time!
  • OurSolar Phase 2 FAQ - Answers to the most frequently asked questions
  • Sample Monthly Statement - How to read your bill with OurSolar
  • OurSolar Rate Schedule - Single phase OS schedule
  • OurSolar Phase 2 Participation Packet - Click here to receive OurSolar Phase 2 information via mail
     

If you have questions, please contact us here or call our Members Services Department at 1-800-533-8658

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Firelands Electric Cooperative is a member-owned, not-for-profit electric utility serving more than 9,100 homes and businesses in rural areas of Ashland, Huron, Lorain, and Richland counties.

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Firelands Electric Cooperative, Inc.
103 Industrial Drive | P.O. Box 32
New London, OH 44851
Outages: 1-800-533-8658
Office: 419-929-1571
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Operations Dept. Fax: 419-929-5122

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    • Safety Education
    • Scholarship Opportunities
    • TicketsAtWork
    • USO Ohio
    • Youth Tour Experience
    • A Team Academic Excellence
  • Energy Efficiency
    • Energy Education
    • Kids Zone
    • Local Contractor Lists
    • Member Programs & Rebates
    • Load Management
  • Outages
  • Safety & Line Clearance
    • Electrical Safety
    • Emergency Safety Training
    • Generator Safety
    • Grain Bin Safety
    • Meter Tampering Notification
    • Outdoor Electrical Safety & OUPS
    • Right-of-Way Program & Trees
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