• REC continues to make investments in the grid and other needed equipment and technology. These expenses include important upgrades so that REC can provide the best service possible to our member owners.
  • REC, like other businesses and households, has faced significant increases due to rising inflation and supply chain constraints.
  • REC filed an application with the Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC) in late October 2022 seeking approval to increase distribution rates by about 4%. There will be no change to the Access Fee.
  • Rates changed Jan. 1, 2023

What is the Impact on REC Members? What is Not Changing? Official Public Notice

REC STORIES

PJM Cancels Transmission-Grid Warning

Sunday | January 25, 2026
UPDATE: PJM has canceled the transmission-level load curtailment warning for REC’s service area. At this time, REC is not required to implement any co...
During periods of extreme temperatures, the demand for electricity peaks. While REC’s local grid is performing as it should, the transmission grid ope...

REC Prepared for Multi-Day Power Outages

Friday | January 23, 2026
Based on weather predictions, REC is prepared for a multi-day outage event.