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Montgomery Youth Tour
In March, Clarke-Washington EMC sponsored four local high school juniors on an all-expenses-paid trip to Montgomery as part of the 2022 Alabama Rural Electric Youth Tour.The goal of Youth Tour is to help educate the students about electric cooperatives and Alabama’s...
The Power Behind Your Power
By Steve Sheffield You’ve likely noticed Clarke-Washington EMC’s crews out and about, working on power lines and other electrical equipment in our community. It’s no secret that a lineworker’s job is tough––but it’s a job that’s essential and must be done, often in...
Protect Lineworkers by Moving Over
Clarke-Washington EMC line crews have one of the most dangerous jobs in the nation. These dangers increase when they are working along the roadside. Do your part to protect them.If you’re driving and see crews working on the side of the road, slow down and move over....
Surge Protection 101
A power surge is an unexpected increase in voltage, and it can occur from a variety of sources. Regardless of the cause, power surges can majorly damage electronic devices and equipment in your home.Let’s take a look at common causes of power surges and how you can...
Youth Tour Contest 2022
Eleven students were chosen to interview for the honor of being a Clarke-Washington EMC Youth Tour delegate.Juniors from each high school in the Clarke-Washington EMC area were asked to submit an essay and the top two students from each school were invited to...
Five Ways to Save Energy When Working from Home
Today, more Americans are working from home than ever before. More time spent at home means more energy used throughout the day.If you’re punching the clock from home, there are small steps you can take to reduce your energy use and save on electric bills. Here are...
2022 Youth Tour Delegates Announced
Four local high school juniors will represent Clarke-Washington EMC this year at Montgomery Your Tour on March 15-17. Juniors from each high school in the Clarke-Washington EMC area were asked to submit an essay and the top two students from each school were invited...
2022 Scholarship Application
If you are a dependent of a member of our local cooperative then you are eligible to apply for a scholarship from the Electric Cooperative Foundation Scholarship. Your local cooperative has joined other cooperatives throughout the state of Alabama to create the...