Light Bulbs Donated to Help Families in Need
SMECO has donated 30,000 energy-saving light bulbs to be distributed by the Southern Maryland Food Bank.
Smart Meter Installation Ramps Up in 2017
Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative has begun a campaign of smart meter installation across the region, with the help of contractor Utility Partners of America.
SMECO Donates to Operation: Tohidu
This year, SMECO was able to donate $53,476 to Melwood’s Operation: Tohidu because of the money raised during the SMECO 75 Bike Ride in June and the SMECO Annual Charity Golf Outing in October.
Temps Go Down, Electric Bills Go Up
Winter is upon us. As the temperatures outside drop, electric bills rise. Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative offers energy-saving tips.
SMECO Focuses on Sustainability
Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative has recently reiterated its commitment to minimizing its carbon footprint and increasing the amount of renewable energy in its power portfolio. SMECO issue a position statement on sustainability in October to document its progress on meeting those goals.
Finding New Life for Old Technology
SMECO donates outdated technology for refurbishing into a new life providing much-needed resources into the community through SMARTCO, the local nonprofit that collects and refurbishes donations of computers and related equipment for schools and other organizations.
Get SMECO Rebates on Energy-Efficient Appliances
SMECO encourages customers to save money and energy by offering rebates on qualifying energy-efficient home appliances.
SMECO: Prepare for Weather-Related Outages
Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative is urging residents to take steps to prepare for possible weather-related power outages. Weather forecasts says there is the potential for heavy rains and high winds in the region this weekend.
Board Members Elected at SMECO Meeting
Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative elected members to its board of directors Aug. 23 at its 78th annual customer-members meeting at Regency Furniture Stadium in Waldorf, where it has been held since 2009.
SMECO, MedStar Awarded for Wellness
Two local businesses have been recognized for their wellness efforts. In June, Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative and MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital were honored by Van Mitchell, secretary of the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, for their excellent accomplishments in work-site health promotion.
