Green Power

The science of generating electricity using nature's own energy gives us Green Power. Green refers to large-scale renewable resources for electricity generation that have a low impact on our environment. Continuously replenished energy sources include: wind, geothermal, biomass, hydropower and solar.

Wind. Elevated turbines generate electricity in places where the wind blows steadily between 15-30 mph. Want to learn more about wind projects currently under construction here in Missouri. Click here...

Geothermal. The interior heat energy of the Earth is harvested at hot springs and volcanic faults.

Biomass (or Biogas). Surplus plant matter and some industrial wastes can be burned to generate electricity. Also, methane gas from animal wastes and landfills is used to fuel generation.

Hydropower. Hydroelectric generators create electricity using water from reserviors, lakes or rivers.

Solar. Photovoltaic (PV) panels convert sunlight into electrical energy.

Physics and Geography create higher costs for Green Power. Fossil fuels release more energy in a given time period than renewable sources. "Green" generating plants are usually located in remote areas, requiring the building of expensive high-voltage transmission lines to the location.

Green Power is a renewable energy alternative. If you wish to purchase Green Power, Cuivre River Electric Cooperative can purchase a portion of your power from regional wind and biomass projects for just a few cents more per kilowatt-hour (kwh). A small, monthly charge would appear on your bill to cover the added generation cost. Green Power is available in blocks of 100 kwh, and requires a 12-month commitment. To request a Green Power program enrollment form contact a Member Services Representative.

Green Power is a proven way of producing energy that is cleaner, has less negative impact on the environment, and has long-term benefits for generations to come.

Energy derived from green sources is not specifically delivered to members who choose it, but to the power grid. Every kilowatt-hour produced from green energy resources offsets power that would be produced using traditional generation sources.

Green Power Application 

Green Power applications are available at Cuivre River Electric Cooperative offices in Troy, LakeSaint Louis, and Harvester. You may also download a Green Power application by clicking on the link below.

Green Power Application