It’s no trick that Northwest hydropower can generate enough electricity to power 14 Seattle-sized cities, treating the region to reliable, renewable energy for more than a century. Learn more at bpa.gov/hydroflowshere. via @bonnevillepower #hydroflowshere
Our Top 5 Horror Movies:
🚪 The front door left wide open while the heat is running.
😨 The space heater is plugged into an extension cord.
🥘 Opening the oven to “check” on dinner for the fourth time.
👕 The washer is cleaning the same load of clothes ... again.
💡 Every light in the house is on, but nobody’s home.
Some horror stories are scarier when they show up on your electric bill. A few smarter energy habits and safe choices can help keep these nightmares fictional.
The energy industry is full of possibilities. Whether you're interested in IT, engineering or communications, there's no shortage of fulfilling and rewarding careers with electric cooperatives. #CareersInEnergyWeek #EnergyCareer
Cool air = cozy nights. Electricity keeps you comfy all year round and makes every fall moment feel *just* right. That’s the value of electricity.
October is Co-op Month! Our principles, shared values, commitment and, of course, our members, combine to make our community strong, bold and bright. ☕
At the heart of it, members are the grounds for everything we do.
Just like your morning PSL, make energy efficiency a part of your daily routine this fall! Take efficiency in sips, not gulps, with these tips:
☕ Unplug devices when not in use.
☕ Dress for the weather.
☕ Use natural light if possible.
☕ Turn off lights when you leave a room.
Follow PenLight for more efficiency tips.
Once the force of a flowing river is turned into electricity at hydropower dams, it still must flow along transmission lines, sometimes hundreds of miles from the source. Learn how energy flows from the dam to your doorstep: bpa.gov/learn-and-participat… via @bonnevillepower
This is not a trick, just a treat for your home!
Treat your home and your wallet! It’s a frightfully good way to make energy-efficient upgrades for less. Learn more about our available incentives at penlight.org/energy-efficien…. 👻
The decorations may be spooky. Your electrical setup shouldn’t be. Before you light up your home this Halloween, take a few minutes to check your setup:
⚡ Inspect cords and plugs for damage.
🔌 Don’t overload outlets.
👻 Make sure outdoor decorations and cords are rated for outdoor use.
🌙 Turn decorations off before you go to bed.
Because sometimes, the scariest electrical hazards are the ones hiding in the shadows.
As a reminder, PenLight utilizes Tacoma Public Utilities transmission lines to feed power to our territory. They are working as safely and efficiently as possible to repair and restore power to all. Thank you for your continued patience 🤍
We are aware of a power outage affecting more than 27,000 customers. Our teams are investigating and working to restore power as quickly and safely as possible. For outage information, please go to mytpu.org/outagemap
12:40PM - PenLight is cleared to being restoration process for most areas, others will come back online shortly after patrolling process. Thank you for your continued patience!
11:50AM - An issue with Tacoma Power’s Pearl substation has impacted PenLight territory. Tacoma Power is working to remedy and resolve as soon as possible. Once repaired, restoration process can begin. No ETA at this time as all work together as safely and efficiently as possible. Thank you for your patience. 
11:30AM - reports of widespread outages. Crews and staff gathering details and information. Updates to come. No cause or ETAs at this time.
For a limited time, you can pay as little as $295 before tax for a heat pump water heater when you order through the online marketplace. Choose a 50-,66-, or 80-gallon model and the $1800 PenLight rebate is applied instantly. Free curbside delivery to your home is included! Professional installation is recommended. The online marketplace can be viewed here: bit.ly/4xyOL5a
Neighbors built PenLight. Neighbors still own it.
Local residents came together to bring electricity to the Gig Harbor and Key Peninsulas. Today, members elect the board that guides our cooperative and we reinvest in the electric system that serves you. This National Cooperative Month, explore what member ownership means for our community: penlight.org/news-releases/o…
For a limited time, you can pay as little as $295 before tax for a heat pump water heater when you order through the online marketplace. Choose a 50-,66-, or 80-gallon model and the $1800 PenLight rebate is applied instantly. Free curbside delivery to your home is included! Professional installation is recommended. The online marketplace can be viewed here: bit.ly/4xyOL5a
Save time and energy by cooking low and slow!
Slow cookers make mealtime easier by doing the work while you tackle your day, and they typically use less energy than a conventional oven. Just add your ingredients, set the timer and enjoy a warm, delicious meal.
Get started with these @delish slow cooker recipes: delish.com/cooking/recipe-id….
At PenLight, we’re proud to support hard-working farmers not only on #NationalFarmersDay, but every day. Here’s to our farmers who put food on our tables and strengthen our communities. Thank you for being the backbone of America. 🌽













