Radio Control Switches

Help the co-op save during peak alerts AND get a $25 rebate, plus monthly credits during peak months

A radio-controlled switch (RCS) is a device that is installed (free for members) on select air conditioning and electric water heater systems. The purpose of the radio-controlled switch is to help prevent the cooperative from exceeding a preset maximum amount of power being consumed by all member loads combined, called a peak. Members are asked to conserve energy during these peak alerts to help keep rates stable.

During peak alert times, the radio control switch turns off water heaters for the duration of the peak and air conditioning units are cycled off for a maximum of 12 minutes in a 30-minute cycle. Members who participate in the Radio Control Switch Program receive a rebate. They also are helping to keep the cooperative’s overall power cost down.

Most members don't notice a change in comfort in their home with an RCS, and this helps both the member and co-op save money during peak demand periods.

EXISTING A/C EQUIPMENT AND WATER HEATERS WITHOUT A PREVIOUSLY INSTALLED Radio Control Switch (RCS) and no rebate issued will receive a $25.00 initial account credit + $5.00 account credit per month during peak months (June-August).

1. After receipt, the application will be scheduled in the order in which it was received. The consumer will be contacted to set an appointment for the installation of the RCS.
2. Multiple switches can be installed on multiple appliances. Maximum of $25.00 initial account credit per household. Maximum of $15.00 account credit per year during peak months.
3. The RCS must remain operational for the life of the equipment.

Note: Paulding Putnam Electric stresses that there is not a shortage in electricity.  Rather, Paulding Putnam strives to keep peak usage down, which in turn keeps customers’ rates lower.  Demand is the measure of how much power is being used at any given time.  A portion of what Paulding Putnam pays for electricity is determined by the peak demand.

If you are interested in participating, please complete the form below. PPEC will handle the installation at no cost to the member. For questions, please contact PPEC Energy Advisor Peter Niagu at 1-800-686-2357 or via email at pniagu@ppec.coop.