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PowerSouth Energy Cooperative, Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative’s wholesale power supplier, hosted a Residential Energy Auditing Training Course in April for distribution member employees who assist members with residential energy use.

In April, more than 1,500 electric cooperative leaders gathered at the National Rural Electric Cooperative Legislative Conference in Washington, D.C., to meet with lawmakers and agency officials and advocate for policies that help keep the lights on for 42 million Americans.

Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative’s live line safety trailer makes stops throughout the community, with recent demonstrations at Rock Solid Church’s Spring Fling, top; High Praise Panama City’s homeschooling group, bottom right; West Florida Electric Cooperative’s Annual Meeting, right; and Tyndall Air Force Base.

Excitement filled the air as Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative welcomed employees’ children and grandchildren for Take Your Child to Work Day.

Promotion, certifications and new hires We are proud to share several exciting updates that reflect the continued growth, dedication, and excellence of our team. First, congratulations to Cole Barfield on his well-earned promotion to director of safety and training. Cole…

Building stronger communities and a stronger cooperative At Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative, our commitment to community extends beyond the present—it is a continued investment in the future of the people and places we serve. Through workforce development, strategic partnerships and…

Gulf Coast Electric is committed to community At Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative, powering homes and businesses is only part of what we do. As a cooperative, our mission goes beyond delivering reliable electricity—it includes a deep and ongoing commitment to…

Eddie Jones serves as the District II, Group 3 trustee, representing members in a portion of northern Gulf County. Eddie is an honorary member of the Wewahitchka Volunteer Fire Department and a charter member of the Wewahitchka Lions Club. Eddie,…

McKinley Cantwell and Emily Hutchins will represent Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative in Washington, D.C., at June’s annual Rural Electric Youth Tour. The 2 were selected in the cooperative’s recent competition. Laila Suber is the alternate. The co-op sponsors the contest…

Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative (GCEC) is a member-owned, nonprofit organization. At the end of each year—after all operating expenses have been paid—a prorated portion of its margins, known as capital credits, is allocated to members based on the amount they…