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Net Metering vs. Interconnect Energy Solutions Energy Resource Center Choose EV Interconnection Resource Center Safety Additional Resources Net Metering Net metering is a special metering and billing agreement between PGEC and our members that enables the connection of small, renewable energy-generating systems to the power grid. Net metering allows a member to receive electricity from PGEC when the solar energy system does not generate enough electricity to meet their energy needs. These programs help promote small-scale renewable energy systems, ensure that members have a reliable source of energy from PGEC, and benefit electric power-generating systems, the economy, and the environment. Additionally, the interconnection allows members to get credit on their bill when the solar energy system produces more energy than the member uses. In order to qualify as a net metering facility, all requirements of Chapter 315 must be met. These include: Generation capacity may not exceed 20 kilowatts for residential customers or 1,000 kilowatts for nonresidential customers. The generation equipment is owned and operated by the customer or the customer's contractor. The generation equipment is connected to the customer's wiring on the customer's side of the electric meter. The customer provides a properly completed Form Net Metering Interconnection Notification at least 30 days prior to the interconnection. Before a member can install and begin receiving the benefits associated with solar panels or any other distributed energy resource, the member must apply to interconnect the system to PGEC's power grid. Once reviewed and approved by PGEC, the system can be installed, and following the inspection of your equipment, PGEC will install a bi-directional meter at your location. Apply for Net Metering Interconnecting Chapter 314 of the SCC regulations (20VAC5-314) establishes standardized interconnection and operating requirements for the safe operation of electric generating facilities with a rated capacity of 20 megawatts (MW) or less. These regulations apply to retail electric customers and independent generation facility operators on any electric utility in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The regulations do not apply to customer generators operating under a Net Energy Metering arrangement. These are three review paths for the interconnection of generation having an output of not more than 20 MW: Level 1 No larger than 500 kW Level 2 Larger than 500 kW and less than 2MW Level 3 Larger than 2 MW and less than 20 MW Apply for Interconnection SGI Portal Project

CEC, PGEC EMPLOYEES TEAM UP TO HELP FAMILIES FIGHTING PEDIATRIC CANCER MONDAY | JUNE 26, 2023 Waverly, VA (June 26, 2023) ― A nonprofit foundation that assists families facing pediatric cancer got a heartfelt charitable boost this month from employees at Community Electric Cooperative (CEC) and Prince George Electric Cooperative (PGEC). Sixteen volunteers (eight from each co-op) spent a Thursday morning conducting a “Ready Bag Packing Party” to support families whose children are afflicted with cancer. This is the second Packing Party that CEC and PGEC volunteers have held jointly in the past eight months to assist the Roc Solid Foundation , a Chesapeake-based organization established in 2009 to build hope for children and families fighting pediatric cancer. To date, the Foundation has partnered with 117 of the nation’s nearly 250 children’s hospitals. During the packing party, the cooperatives’ teams placed Ready Bag items such as Kindle Fire tablets, Coffee Tumblers, card games, and pill crushers into about 50 bags that can help families meet tangible needs during unexpected hospital stays. Despite the seriousness of the cause, spirits were high during the packing party as the volunteers embraced the opportunity to help those in need. This charitable work exemplifies another of the core values – concern for community – that is a bedrock of electric cooperative operations throughout the nation. “It’s powerful to see so many passionate individuals – where you can really see their care and passion – come together to provide this need for these families,” said Crystal Johnson-Smith, PGEC’s Vice President of Human Resources. “It’s an eerie feeling to prepare these bags knowing they will be handed to someone in their darkest moments,” said Evan Wagensomer, Field Engineer at Community Electric Cooperative. The CEC/PGEC alliance is a months-long endeavor that features a variety of “competitive” activities between their respective teams to help the Roc Solid Foundation sustain families under duress. Approximately 16,000 children are diagnosed with cancer in the United States annually. “These are the moments you remember for a lifetime - moments that stop you and not only allow you to count your blessings but to pay forward blessings to others,” said Jessica Parr, Manager of Communications at Community Electric Cooperative. Members of the general public can follow the progress of the cooperatives’ Roc Solid assistance at a website page created specifically for this project. Community Electric Cooperative, headquartered in Windsor, is a not-for-profit member-owned energy provider that serves nearly 12,000 homes, farms and businesses in the counties of Isle of Wight, Southampton, Surry, Sussex and the City of Suffolk. For more information, go to www.comelec.coop . Prince George Electric Cooperative, headquartered in Waverly, is a not-for-profit member-owned energy provider that serves more than 12,000 member-owners in six counties: Dinwiddie, Isle of Wight, Prince George, Southampton, Surry and Sussex. For more information go to https://pgec.coop/ .

Our crews are on call and will respond 24 hours a day to restore service as quickly as possible. Call PGEC at 804-834-2424 Remember: Stay Away From Downed Power Lines! Outage Preparation Generator Safety Generators can be an invaluable source of power following a major storm. Safety considerations should be first and foremost when purchasing and installing a generator both for you and your family and for lineworkers. Please follow these guidelines: Never connect a generator directly to the electrical system of any building without the installation of a double-pole, double-throw transfer switch as required by the National Electrical Code. Always ground the generator's electrical system adequately to avoid electrocution. Always operate a generator in a clean, dry, well-ventilated area to avoid electrical shock and carbon monoxide poisoning. Never use worn, damaged, undersized, or ungrounded extension cords with a generator. Place the generator on a low-conductivity surface such as a concrete slab before operating. Never exceed the load capacity of a generator by attaching too many items or items with very high load ratings. This could result in a fire. Never attempt to refuel a generator while it is running or hot. Turn the engine off and allow it to cool before adding fuel. Have a fire extinguisher in the immediate area certified to handle fuel fires Before You Lose Power During an Outage Planned Outage Hurricane Resources During an Extended Outage Lightning Safety Additional Resources

Member Services > Residential Services > Residential Service Existing Electric Service: "Residential" services include single-family homes, apartments, mobile homes, garages, and workshops. Some churches are also included in this group. Your application process will depend on whether this is an existing electric service or new construction. New Construction: New Service Information is for new construction, and the location never had electric service. Plat (showing property lines) Site Plan with meter base location marked if there is no well and septic for this area Copy of the recorded deed (legal description of the property including Deed Book and Page or instrument number Plat (showing property lines) Completed Application for Membership New Construction Checklist Application for Membership/Service & Responsibility Statement Release of Liability Utility Easement Security Deposit: If found to be necessary, the security deposit amount will be the equivalent of your estimated maximum liability for two consecutive months' usage. If the security deposit exceeds $40, you may request up to three monthly installments. The deposit will be refunded to you one year after the full deposit has been paid if your account is residential, and two years after the full deposit has been paid if your account is commercial; provided you have paid your account in a timely manner. The Cooperative will pay interest on security deposits held longer than ninety days at a rate determined by the Virginia State Corporation Commission. Disconnecting Service: If you are requesting service to be disconnected, please contact the member services department with your request. The cooperative will disconnect the service within a reasonable time after receipt of your request. Failure to notify the cooperative of your request to terminate service keeps you responsible for all services until a disconnect notice is received. PGEC will issue you a final bill for services up to the date of disconnection less any outstanding security deposits. Please keep the cooperative informed of your future addresses to ensure any future Capital Credit refund checks reach you without delay. Please contact the member services department by telephone at 804-834-2424.

How We Meter and Bill Home Your Account PGEC reads meters on a daily basis and the usage data is sent back to the Cooperative via radio-frequency. Once a month, we calculate a bill for services used based on your billing cycle. While most members pay their bill on time, a very small portion does not. Once a disconnection notice is printed, PGEC will attempt to contact members by automated phone calls if we have a phone number on file. The message will ask you to please contact the Co-op about your bill. Most members call in and are able to make a payment to clear their balance. Some do not and PGEC is forced to disconnect service for non-payment for energy consumption during the past two billing cycles. On a monthly cycle, we bill each account for the month's kilowatt-hour consumption. After the bill is issued, the member has 20 days to pay for the previous month's usage. If the prior bill has not been paid, the new bill includes the current amount due and the past due amount, and a 10-day Disconnection Notice is printed on this bill

PrePay Home Account Management Billing Budget Billing Paperless Billing PrePay Ways to Pay Payment Assistance SmartHub PrePay is Prince George Electric Cooperative's new payment option that allows you to choose how much and how often you want to pay before you use electricity. PGEC's PrePay program works similarly to a pay-as-you-go cell phone or debit card. Members pay for their electric service in advance, and each day, the available balance is deducted based on your use. PrePay service requires no security deposit and allows members greater control over their finances. Additionally, there are no late payment fees and no reconnection fees. This payment program is available to Residential and Small General Service members with 200 amp service and certain necessary metering equipment at the member's service location. PrePay Program Features No Monthly Bills Use and payment information is available on a daily basis through SmartHub, by downloading the SmartHub app, or by using PGEC's automated phone system SecurePay at 804-834-2424, option #2. Payment Options Payment options include all payment methods available to members except auto draft and recurring credit card payments. Flexibility Greater flexibility in planning monthly expenses. Interested? Call Customer Service at 804-834-2424 for more information or to check on eligibility - or stop by our office to see if PrePay is right for you! Eligible members will need to read and sign the Terms and Conditions Summary before PrePay service can begin. Prepay Facts Sheet Prepay FAQ's Prepay Terms and Conditions

Paperless Billing Home Account Management Billing Budget Billing Paperless Billing PrePay Ways to Pay Payment Assistance SmartHub Help PGEC reduce its carbon footprint by signing up for paperless billing. Did you know for every 1,000 members who sign up for paperless billing, over 12,000 envelopes, 24,000 sheets of paper, and $5,000 in postage are saved each year? Check out how paperless benefits you and your Cooperative. Click below to sign up! If you are not currently signed up for online account access with SmartHub, CLICK HERE If you have an existing online account with SmartHub, CLICK HERE Paperless Benefits View your electric bill anytime with 24/7 access to your secure online information. Receive an automated e-mail notification when your monthly electric bill is ready. Easily review your electric usage, payment, and billing history. Pay your electric bill online for free. The following payment options allow for paperless billing: online bill payment through SmartHub, automatic bill pay (bank draft), recurring credit card payments, or bill pay service offered through your bank. If you have any questions about going paperless, please call us at 804-834-2424.

Careers Have you ever wondered how Prince George Electric Cooperative ensures you have reliable electricity? The co-op counts on a team with many skills sets to make it happen every day! PGEC believes in having the right people, in the right place, and always equipped with the right resources needed to effectively the critical positions in our organization. Our employees embody the core values needed to fulfill the co-op's mission and vision. Current Openings Currently, there are no career openings at PGEC. Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment. Background checks are required as part of the hiring process. Employment Application First Name Last Name Email Address Phone Position Applying For Available Start Date Have you been employed with PGEC before? * Yes No Are you a relative, either by blood or marriage, of any employee or Trustee of the Cooperative? * Yes No Are you currently employed? * Yes No May we contact your current employer? * Yes No Are you legally eligible for employment in the United States? * Yes No Resume Upload File Upload supported file (Max 15MB) Apply now! Thanks for applying!

Youth Programs & Scholarships Prince George Electric Cooperative is proud to invest in the development and future of our youth through the following scholarships and youth program opportunities: Virginia, Maryland, Delaware Association of Electric Cooperatives (VMDAEC) Education Scholarship Youth Tour

PGEC in the Community ROC Solid Partnership Youth Programs & Scholarships Round Up for Education Adopt-A-Highway Program

PGEC Board of Directors Prince George Electric Cooperative is governed by a board of nine directors representing the service territory. These directors are member-owners of the cooperative and live within the area they represent. Directors are elected to a three-year term by the membership during the annual meeting voting process. Paul H. Brown Chairman District 2 (Blackwater-Brandon) Paul H. Brown has served as a director for Prince George Electric Cooperative since April 2008 and currently serves as the chairman of the board of directors. Mr. Brown has had a successful career in the banking industry and currently lives in Prince George County. Keith M. Dunn Vice-Chairman District 6 (Stony Creek-Sussex Courthouse) Keith M. Dunn has served as a director for Prince George Electric Cooperative since December 2019. He is a lifelong resident of Sussex County and the 5th generation to farm his family's land. Mr. Dunn also serves on the American Farm Bureau Young Farmer and Rancher Committee and the United Soybean Board. Herbert R. Patrick Secretary/Treasurer District 9 (Rives) Herbert R. Patrick has served as a director for Prince George Electric Cooperative since May 1984 and currently serves as the secretary-treasurer of the board of directors. He is a lifelong resident of Prince George County and retired from Honeywell. Mr. Patrick also serves on the Regional Headquarters Inc. board of directors and the Virginia, Maryland & Delaware Association of Electric Cooperative board of directors. Richard B. Scott Assistant Secretary/Treasurer District 3 (Guilford) Richard B. Scott has served as a director for Prince George Electric Cooperative since February 1991 and currently serves as the assistant secretary-treasurer of the board of directors. Mr. Scott is a lifelong resident of Surry County, having spent most of his life in the farming industry. He also serves on the Surry County Farm Bureau board of directors. John M. Brock District 4 (Cobham-Blackwater) John M. Brock has served as a director of Prince George Electric Cooperative since August 2001. Mr. Brock is a third-generation farmer and is the owner of Bacons Castle Peanut Farm. He is from Surry County where he currently resides. Denya C. Hankerson District 7 (Templeton) Denya C. Hankerson has served as a director for Prince George Electric Cooperative since February 2014. Ms. Hankerson is originally from New Jersey and moved to Virginia in 2000. Ms. Hankerson retired from the United States Army in 2005 and currently serves on the Prince George County Electoral board of directors. Matthew P. Carden District 8 (Dinwiddie) Matthew P. Carden has served as a director for Prince George Electric Cooperative since May 2013. Brian E. Coey District 1 (Bland) Brian E. Coey has served as a director for Prince George Electric Cooperative since August 2018. In 1982, Mr. Coey opened Prince George Pharmacy and owned and operated the business for 32 years. Mr. Coey also serves on the Prince George Emergency Crew board of supervisors, the Prince George Ruritan board of directors, and is a member of the Petersburg Rotary. James Corl District 5 (Waverly-Wakefield-Newville) James "Jamie" Corl has served as a director for Prince George Electric Cooperative since April 2023. Prior to his appointment, Corl held many positions, including School Bus Technician at Sussex County Public Schools, Equipment Operator at VDOT, and currently the President and former board member of Sussex County Farm Bureau. Corl attends Waverly Congregational Christian Church, where he has served as a deacon and is currently a trustee. He also serves as president of Sussex Newville Hunting Club.

Payment Assistance Home Account Management Billing Budget Billing Paperless Billing PrePay Ways to Pay Payment Assistance SmartHub The Virginia Energy Assistance Program (EAP) assists low-income households in meeting their immediate home energy needs. To be eligible, households must have a heating or cooling expense and gross monthly income may not exceed 150 percent of the federal poverty level. Applications for Fuel, Crisis, and Cooling Assistance are accepted at the local departments of social services. The EAP consists of four components: Fuel Assistance, Crisis Assistance, Cooling Assistance, and Weatherization Assistance. To access Payment Assistance, please click.