• REC continues to make investments in the grid and other needed equipment and technology. These expenses include important upgrades so that REC can provide the best service possible to our member owners.
  • REC, like other businesses and households, has faced significant increases due to rising inflation and supply chain constraints.
  • REC filed an application with the Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC) in late October 2022 seeking approval to increase distribution rates by about 4%. There will be no change to the Access Fee.
  • Rates changed Jan. 1, 2023

What is the Impact on REC Members? What is Not Changing? Official Public Notice

REC STORIES

Rebuilding and Restoring Power in Jamaica

Friday | February 27, 2026
Hurricane Melissa devastated Jamaica's electric infrastructure. America's electric cooperatives answered the call for help, in part with a crew led by...
Extreme cold, like we’ve had this winter, changes how both homes and the electric system operate, even when daily routines stay the same.
The Operations Mobile App is a behind-the-scenes tool that REC crews use to ensure reliability for member-owners.