So Much More Than Electricity
In addition to supplying affordable, reliable electric power, Walton EMC makes a huge impact on the communities we serve.
2022 Donations
Operation Round Up – $591,951
Walton Electric Trust Scholarships – $304,000
School EmPOWERment Grants – $368,212
Walton EMC Corporate Donations – $242,924
Walton EMC Employee Charities – $82,456
Total Donations – $1,589,543
2022 Taxes
Property Taxes – $2,761,570
Ad Valorem Taxes – $74,546
Sales Taxes – $21,185,152
Franchise Fees – $2,347,209
Total Taxes – $26,368,477
Featured Articles:
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Walton EMC Rates Less Than State Average
The Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) recently published the Winter 2023 Residential Electric Rate Survey. The commission surveys the rates of the state’s customer-owned (EMCs), government-owned and investor-owned electric companies twice yearly. The PSC’s website allows you to filter by survey date, utility type and consumption. The average Walton EMC customer-owner used 2,360 kilowatt-hours (kWh) during December […]
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Four Student Leaders to Represent Walton EMC
Following a rigorous application process, student leaders Deeya Mepani, Keely Gray, Julianna Walker and Katia Buch have been selected to represent Walton EMC on the 2023 Washington Youth Tour. They will join nearly 2,000 student delegates from around the country for a weeklong, all-expense-paid leadership experience in June. The leadership development opportunity is meant to […]
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Making Solar Do More
Walton EMC and its partner Silicon Ranch are the undeniable leaders in generating renewable energy to support new industry in Georgia. In just four years, they have collaborated to install seven solar facilities to support Meta’s (formerly Facebook) operations in Newton County. This number will grow to 10 over the next three years. While the advantages of […]
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Pull In, Plug In
Jeff Paul, Walton EMC’s director of member services, has been keeping his eye on an interesting trend occurring throughout the co-op’s service area. He’s been watching the number of electric vehicle registrations climb. He points to Gwinnett County as an example of how EVs are gaining in popularity locally. “As of February 20, 2023, there […]
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Plugged In: Do I Call 811 Before Planting a Tree?
Q: Do I have to call 811 before planting a tree? A: Whether you’re planting a tree, putting up a new mailbox, installing a fence or even planting a garden, Georgia law requires you to contact 811 before digging. Why? Hitting an underground utility line can knock out service to your home and neighborhood or […]
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Energy Savers April 2023