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As an electric cooperative, Berkeley Electric is committed to serving its communities. We view supporting education as a vital part of enhancing the lives of those we serve. We offer scholarships and grants to local students and teachers as well as provide classroom demonstrations on electrical safety. We are strong supporters of STEM education and actively participate in career days and career academies at area schools. 

BRIGHT IDEAS

The Bright Ideas Grant Program supports innovative and effective classroom education curriculum that cannot be covered by traditional school financing. Individual teachers can apply for grants up to $1,000 while teams of teachers are eligible for grants up to $1,500. Click on the link above to learn more.

enLIGHTenSC

EnlightenSC is an energy education program developed by educators for the member-owned electric cooperatives in South Carolina. The website provides lesson plans for teachers as well as activities and contests for students. Click on the link about to learn more.

Electrical Lineworker Program

Additionally, we partner with Trident Technical College to offer the Electrical Lineworker program for adults interested in pursuing a career as a lineworker.  

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Berkeley Electric Cooperative is the largest, not-for-profit electric cooperative in South Carolina. We serve over 100,000 member-accounts in Berkeley, Charleston and Dorchester counties.

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  • Main
  • My Co-op
    • About Us
      • Board of Trustees
      • Service Territory
      • Service Rules & Regulations
      • Mission & Bylaws
    • Office Locations
    • New Member Handbook
    • Capital Credits
    • Careers
    • SC Living Magazine
    • Contact Us
  • My Account
    • Start/Stop Service
    • Joint membership change
    • Service Fee Schedule
    • Rate Summaries
    • Time of Day Rate
    • Payment Options
    • Bill Explanation
  • My Energy
    • Programs & Services
      • Member Benefit Card
      • Smart Thermostat Rebates
      • Electric Water Heaters
      • Energy Efficiency Loans
        • HomeAdvantage Loan Program
        • Energy Advance Loans
      • Surge Protection
      • Heating & Cooling Rebates
        • Geothermal Heat Pump
        • Dual Fuel Heating System
      • Outdoor Lighting
    • Renewable Energy
    • Energy Tips
    • Outage & Safety
      • Outage
      • Safety
    • Vegetation Management
    • Request an Energy Audit
  • My Community
    • Operation Round Up
    • Youth Tour
    • Teachers & Students
    • Grassroots Advocacy
    • Member Outreach
    • Community Services
    • Beneficial Suggestion Program
    • Power Talk Radio Show
  • Berkeley Propane
    • Gas Logs
    • Generator Program
    • Tankless Water Heaters