What Is a Cost of Service Study?

What Is It?

A detailed analysis that tells us how much it really costs to deliver power to different types of members (homes, farms, businesses, etc.).

What Is Being Studied?

  • How much does it cost to:
    • Buy or generate electricity
    • Maintain power lines and substations
    • Serve each type of member
  • Usage patterns (who uses how much and when)
  • Future needs and reliability

Why Do We Do It?

To make sure everyone is paying afair share based on how much itcosts to serve them.

  • Reduce subsidization
  • Transparency
  • Long-term sustainability

What's Next?

A study helps shape our new rates so that:

  • All members pay their fair share
  • Our co-op stays financially healthy
  • We're ready for future growth and challenges