One of the biggest benefits of battery storage is its ability to help electric cooperatives manage periods of high electricity demand, often called peak demand.
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Grid Resilience
Energy efficiency is an essential asset within a diverse power portfolio August 2026 by Jack McCarthy, Contributing Writer Across cooperative territory in Virginia, Maryland and Delaware, access to energy remains foundational to powering opportunities for people,...
Why ‘Extra’ Power Matters
PJM operates behind the scenes, coordinating the flow of electricity in an interconnected grid serving 67 million people across 13 states and the District of Columbia, including regions served by electric cooperatives in Virginia, Maryland and Delaware.
The Electricity Road Trip
Electric cooperatives take measures of strategic, long-term planning each day to ensure reliable electricity for members.
Managing the Demand
As mission-driven, not-for-profit organizations, electric cooperatives are constantly offering new opportunities for members to take control of their electricity use.
Keeping the Lights On
It’s up to local electric cooperatives and generation partners such as Old Dominion Electric Cooperative to ensure power remains reliable even through periods of high demand.
Not All Energy Is Equally Reliable
When it comes to reliability, not all energy sources are equal.