Your friends at Jackson Purchase Energy Cooperative want you to have a happy—and safe—holiday season. Here are some easy ways to ensure you deck your halls free from fires, falls and fears. When putting up outdoor lights, fasten them securely to trees, your house, walls, or another firm support. You want them to remain secure when it’s windy outside. But do not staple them or use nails that can damage…

Don Gulley Brings 35 Years of Energy Experience in Kansas and Southern Illinois OWENSBORO, Ky. – The Big Rivers Electric Corporation announced today that its board of directors has named Don Gulley as the organization’s next president and chief executive officer. Gulley will start with Big Rivers on January 8 and succeed Bob Berry, Big Rivers’ current president and CEO, upon his retirement. Berry will retire from Big Rivers after…

Starting November 6, Kentucky households can apply for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Fall Subsidy. Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis through December 15, 2023, or until designated funds have been expended.  LIHEAP Fall Subsidy is available through Kentucky’s Community Action Network. Individuals should apply through their local Community Action Agency office. To locate your local office, please call 800-456-3452 or visit www.capky.org/network.  LIHEAP Fall Subsidy provides households…

Shooting near electrical equipment can be costly and deadly, notes Kentucky Electric Cooperatives Hunting season brings outdoorspeople of all skill levels and experience into rural Kentucky, often to unfamiliar areas. While most hunters follow safe hunting practices, Jackson Purchase Energy Cooperative (JPEC) wants to remind all those afield to be mindful of their surroundings and to be aware of electric power lines in the air and electrical equipment on the…

A new report that analyzes economic data from 2018 through 2022 at the national, state and local levels, shows electric cooperatives created more than $1.1 trillion in total sales output and contributed $554 billion to U.S. gross domestic product. Cooperatives also provided nearly 623,000 jobs annually and $257 billion in labor income over the five-year period.  At the local level, the report found electric cooperatives are responsible for $791 billion of…

Electricity is an essential part of our everyday lives. Because of this, it can be easy to let our guard down when it comes to our safety around it. Jackson Purchase Energy Cooperative encourages you to take steps to keep your family safe and prevent electrical fires.  The Red Cross estimates that after a fire has started, you have just two minutes to escape your home. In order to exit…

America’s Electric Cooperatives understand what’s important to our homes and our communities, and we understand that registering to vote and voting in every election is vital to protecting our way of life. So is building relationships with elected officials, so they understand the unique issues we face. Co-ops Vote is designed to boost voter turnout, develop relationships with candidates and elected officials, and ensure that issues that matter in rural…

Think Safety When Operating a Generator A generator can be a valuable piece of equipment to keep appliances working during a power outage. Generators can be either temporary or permanently installed. A permanent generator is wired into a house by a qualified electrician using a transfer switch that prevents a generator from feeding electricity back into overhead lines, which can be deadly for linemen. A temporary generator is powered by…

Paducah, KY, Jackson Purchase Energy Cooperative consumer-members can help to protect the power grid by incorporating energy-saving tips during extended heat waves. This week’s near-100-degree temperatures will strain this region’s power grid, particularly as the heat in Kentucky and the Midwest continues to rise on Thursday (8/24). The power you use at your home or business is generated and delivered at the time you use it. When electricity usage spikes…

Field Engineer – for more information, view more about the position and apply at http://indeed.com or email your resume to electricity@jpenergy.com. Jackson Purchase Energy Cooperative (JPEC) is seeking a Field Engineer to join our team. Ideal candidates must have strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to effectively plan, direct, and coordinate the design of outside plant facilities required for the efficient operation of the electric system. Education/Experience Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in…