Press Releases

SAFETY FIRST: ENERGYUNITED HIGHLIGHTS SUSTAINABLE ACHIEVEMENTS

May 08, 2025

STATESVILLE, N.C. – As part of National Electrical Safety Month, EnergyUnited is highlighting recent safety achievements. From community outreach efforts to employee training, EnergyUnited is driven by the top core value of safety, which is the guiding value for the cooperative’s daily operations and strategic initiatives. “At EnergyUnited, safety isn’t just a talking point –…

ENERGYUNITED NOW ACCEPTING BRIGHT IDEAS GRANT APPLICATIONS

May 05, 2025

STATESVILLE, N.C. – EnergyUnited is calling on educators to submit their ‘Bright Idea’ for a chance to bring their dream classroom project to life. The local electric cooperative is awarding grants of up to $2,000 to enhance educational experiences through creative and engaging projects. “EnergyUnited is proud to support local educators through our Bright Ideas…

ENERGYUNITED FOUNDATION DONATES MORE THAN $116,000 TO SUPPORT INDIVIDUALS, FAMILIES AND NONPROFITS

April 24, 2025

STATESVILLE, N.C. – The EnergyUnited Foundation donated more than $116,000 in the first quarter of 2025 to support individuals, families and nonprofit organizations. The funding provided by the Foundation meets grave needs within our cooperative communities. The Foundation, funded entirely by voluntary member contributions through the Operation Round-Up program, provided critical assistance to cover housing,…

ENERGYUNITED ANNOUNCES 2025 JUNIOR MEMBER AMBASSADORS

February 27, 2025

STATESVILLE, N.C. – EnergyUnited is proud to announce the selection of its 2025 Junior Member Ambassadors, recognizing six outstanding students for their leadership, passion and commitment to serving their communities. Lily Citta and Aidan Mather of Lexington have been selected to represent EnergyUnited at the Electric Cooperative Youth Tour in June. This prestigious program will…

EnergyUnited Board Directors Earn Credentialed Cooperative Director (CCD) Certificate

February 26, 2025

STATESVILLE, N.C. – EnergyUnited Board Directors Lisa Campbell Pullis and Jill Doss-Raines recently earned the Credentialed Cooperative Director (CCD) Certificate from the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA). An ever-changing business environment has imposed new demands on electric cooperative directors, requiring increased knowledge of changes in the electric utility business, new governance skills and a…

ENERGYUNITED FOUNDATION AWARDS $850,000 TO ADDRESS CRITICAL NEEDS IN 2024

January 17, 2025

STATESVILLE, N.C. – The EnergyUnited Foundation marked a second historic year of giving in 2024, achieving record milestones in nonprofit support and community giving. A total of $850,000 was awarded to assist nonprofit organizations, individuals and families in meeting grave needs throughout EnergyUnited’s service area. In 2023, the EnergyUnited Foundation provided almost $900,000 in grants….