APPA Smart Energy Provider Award
In 2023, the American Public Power Association (APPA) recognized PWC as a Smart Energy Provider (SEP) for demonstrating a commitment to and proficiency in energy efficiency, distributed generation, and environmental initiatives that support a goal of providing low-cost, quality, safe, and reliable electric service. It was the third time PWC had earned the distinction.
The SEP designation, which lasts for three years, recognizes public power utilities for demonstrating leading practices in four key disciplines:
- Smart energy program structure
- Energy efficiency and distributed energy programs
- Environmental and sustainability initiatives
- Customer experience
PWC’s environmental and sustainable initiatives noted in the designation include:
- Community Solar and Battery Storage Project
- Time-of-Use Electric Rates
- Extensive offerings of customer incentive programs promoting energy conservation
- Public electric vehicle charging stations
- Research and participation in the APPA DEED (Demonstration of Energy & Efficiency Developments) programs (PWC has earned three Energy Innovator Awards)
PWC joined more than 60 public power utilities nationwide that received the inaugural SEP designation and was one of two North Carolina public power utilities recognized in 2019.
Years Received
- 2023-2026
- 2021-2023
- 2019-2021
