Exciting News: PCA Credit for December and January

Big Country Electric Cooperative is pleased to announce a 3-cent credit on your electric bills for the months of December and January. This credit is a result of a significant decrease in our cost of purchased power, and we are excited to pass these savings on to you.

Understanding the PCA
The Power Cost Adjustment (PCA) is a rate component on your electric bills that reflects the fluctuating costs of purchased power. Our average expected/budgeted purchased power cost is $0.06 per kWh. The PCA adjusts for the difference between this budgeted cost and the actual market price of electricity, which can vary each month. This ensures that we can cover our operational costs while providing fair and transparent billing to our members.

Why the Credit?
The cost of purchased power has decreased substantially, allowing us to offer this credit for the next two months. This adjustment helps us balance our collections without causing major fluctuations in the Power Cost Adjustment (PCA).

Looking Ahead
While the 3-cent credit is for December and January, we anticipate continuing to pass on a reduced credit throughout 2025. However, there are no guarantees. Changes in market conditions or shifts in purchased power costs could alter the situation, meaning the credit may not continue at the same level—or at all—for the entire year. This approach helps spread the benefit of reduced power costs more evenly, minimizing abrupt swings in your electric bill. 

Your Cooperative, Your Savings
As always, we are committed to transparency and open communication. Our financial team works diligently to forecast and budget for costs, aiming to mitigate the swings in purchased power prices. We are here to support you and keep you informed about your energy needs and costs.

If you have any questions or need further clarification about the PCA or any other aspect of your bill, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help!