Delaware Electric Cooperative
Beat the Peak
Since 2008, DEC’s Beat the Peak program has saved members over $42 million! Learn how you can start participating in Beat the Peak today!
During times when the cost to purchase and produce power for members is high, we issue Beat the Peak alerts where we ask members to conserve energy. The money saved is passed on to our members in the form of affordable rates.
3 Ways to Participate
Energy Saving Tips
Lower my Energy Use
Complete your energy profile for money saving tips, bill analysis, your energy forecast and more.
Beat the Peak with EVs
Charge your EV during off-peak times to keep energy costs affordable.
Home Energy Audits
Make your home more energy-efficient and receive significant discounts.
Community Solar
Learn how to power your home with renewable energy without the hassle of a costly system.
Start or Transfer Service
We are committed to providing safe, reliable and competitively priced energy services and empowering our members to improve their quality of life. Join the Delaware Electric Co-op family and let us help you start or transfer your service.
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GREENWOOD, DE – Delaware Electric Cooperative (DEC) employees participated in the inaugural Girl Powercamp on October 3, 2024 — this was the -
Read More About DEC Inspires High School Students at Girl Power Camp
DEC Inspires High School Students at Girl Power Camp
GREENWOOD, DE – Delaware Electric Cooperative (DEC) employees participated in the inaugural Girl Powercamp on October 3, 2024 — this was the -
Read More About DEC Inspires High School Students at Girl Power Camp
DEC Inspires High School Students at Girl Power Camp
GREENWOOD, DE – Delaware Electric Cooperative (DEC) employees participated in the inaugural Girl Power camp on October 3, 2024 — this was -
Read More About DEC to Return $10 Million to Members
DEC to Return $10 Million to Members
GREENWOOD, Del.- Delaware Electric Cooperative’s (DEC) board of directors has voted to return more than $10 million in capital credits to -
Read More About DEC Members Saved $1.7 Million in 2024 Through Beat the Peak Program
DEC Members Saved $1.7 Million in 2024 Through Beat the Peak Program
Greenwood, DE – Delaware Electric Cooperative (DEC) announced that its Beat the Peak program saved members more than $1.7 million in 2024