Jefferson Energy

What Jefferson Energy does

Jefferson Energy Cooperative is a non-profit, member-owned electric distribution cooperative headquartered at 3077 Highway 17 N in Wrens, Georgia, operating under the legal name Jefferson Energy Cooperative (DBA: JEC). Founded in 1937, it distributes electricity across parts of eleven counties in the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA) of eastern Georgia, maintaining more than 3,500 miles of overhead primary lines and supporting a workforce of 51–100 employees across four physical offices (Wrens, Louisville, Blythe, Thomson). Its technology stack consists of conventional distribution infrastructure—overhead and underground lines, smart metering, an interactive outage management map, text-based outage reporting (JECOUTAGE), and the PowerLink iOS mobile app plus Member Portal for self-service account management.

The cooperative's product portfolio is organized into core rate schedules and value-add programs. Core offerings include Residential Service (Schedule A), Prepaid Residential Service (Schedule APP), General Service Rate (Schedule B) for commercial accounts, and Cooperative Flex Service (Schedule CFS), a time-of-use rate with off-peak demand charges of $2.50/kW targeting electric vehicle owners. Add-on programs include the Cooperative Solar community solar program ($19.50/month per 1 kW block, generating 136–237 kWh monthly), the Green Power Program (Green-e Energy Certified, $4 per 150 kWh block), rooftop solar net metering, Heat Pump Rebate incentives ($250–$450 per conversion), Meter Socket Adapter surge protection ($5.75/month), and Levelized Billing. Capital Credits return cooperative margins to members periodically, and community programs include Operation Round Up, Bright Ideas grants, and the Washington Youth Tour.

Jefferson Energy operates a direct-to-consumer go-to-market model: members apply for service via phone, in-person at one of four offices, or online through the Member Portal. Electricity is billed on approximately 30-day cycles with multiple payment modalities—online portal, mobile app, mail, IVR/phone, and cash at 50,000+ retail partner locations (Dollar General, CVS, Speedway, 7-Eleven, Family Dollar, Walmart, Kroger) for a $1.50 convenience fee. Revenue is generated primarily through usage-based per-kWh electricity sales, supplemented by recurring subscription add-ons (community solar blocks, Green Power, MSA) and one-time connection fees ($10 membership, $15 connect, and deposits varying by credit score). Power supply and transmission are coordinated through Oglethorpe Power, Georgia Transmission, and Georgia System Operations, and the cooperative participates in the NRECA, Georgia EMC, and Green Power EMC ecosystems for advocacy, renewable procurement, and program support.

Name

Jefferson Energy

Legal name

Jefferson Energy Cooperative

Website

https://jec.coop

Company type

Private

Founded year

1938

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Jefferson Energy Cooperative is a non-profit, member-owned electric distribution cooperative founded in 1937, serving residential and commercial members across parts of eleven counties in Georgia's Central Savannah River Area through 3,500+ miles of distribution lines and a portfolio of rate programs, solar products, and EV time-of-use offerings.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Electric Utility Distribution

NAICS

Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution (22112), Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution (2211), Solar Electric Power Generation (221114)

SIC

Electric Services (4911)

akta.pro primary industry

Electric Cooperatives (Rural/Member-Owned Utilities) (EUADABAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Renewable Distributed Generation (Rooftop/Onsite Solar, Small Wind, Small Hydro) (EUACALAJ), Community Solar Development & Subscription Management (EUAMAJAA), Green Tariffs & Utility Renewable Supply Programs (EUAGADAJ), Demand Response & Load Flexibility Services (EUAMAJAF)

Keywords

• Electric utility distribution
• Cooperative energy services
• Solar energy programs
• Residential electricity supply
• Commercial power services

Headquarters

HQ city

Wrens

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Electricity Sales: Primary revenue from electricity sales to residential and commercial members. Members pay based on kilowatt-hour usage tracked through meter readings. Billing cycles are approximately 30 days with multiple payment options including standard billing, levelized billing, and prepay options.
2. Residential Service Rates: Standard residential rate (Schedule A) and prepaid residential service (Schedule APP) providing recurring usage-based revenue from residential members.
3. Green Power Program: Optional premium program selling 150 kWh blocks of green power at $4 per block added to monthly bills, allowing members to support renewable energy.
4. Cooperative Solar: Members can purchase solar energy blocks at $19.50 per month per 1kW block, receiving credits for generated kilowatt-hours. This provides recurring revenue while enabling member participation in solar energy.
5. Membership and Connection Fees: One-time fees including $10 membership fee, $15 connect fee, and deposits (based on credit score or payment history) required for new service connections.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Jefferson Energy is a non-profit electric cooperative that distributes electricity and related energy management services to residential and commercial members across 11 counties in Georgia's Central Savannah River Area (CSRA). It also offers member-owned solar programs, green power options, smart-meter-enabled account tools, and rebates for energy-efficient equipment.

Product overview

Jefferson Energy Cooperative is a non-profit electric utility offering a portfolio of electricity distribution services to residential and commercial members across eleven counties in Georgia's CSRA. The core product suite consists of four primary electricity rate programs: standard Residential Service (Schedule A), Prepaid Residential Service (Schedule APP), General Service Rate (Schedule B), and Cooperative Flex Service (Schedule CFS) designed for electric vehicle owners. These are complemented by energy management add-ons including the Green Power Program and Cooperative Solar Program (community solar), rooftop solar/net metering, the Heat Pump Rebate Program, Meter Socket Adapters for surge protection, Levelized Billing for consistent monthly payments, and Capital Credits (margin refunds). The cooperative also operates a Member Portal platform and PowerLink mobile app for account management, an outage management system with real-time map, and Text Power for SMS-based outage reporting. Community programs include Operation Round Up and Bright Ideas grants. The company positions itself as a full-service electric cooperative focused on reliable delivery and member financial benefits rather than a technology product company.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Residential Electric Service (Schedule A)
• Prepaid Residential Electric Service (Schedule APP)
• General Service Rate (Schedule B)
• Cooperative Flex Service (Schedule CFS) Flexible commercial electricity service for members with variable load profiles or interruptible service needs.
• Green Power Program Optional program that allows members to support renewable energy generation through voluntary participation on their electric bill.
• Cooperative Solar Program Community/shared solar program that lets members subscribe to a portion of cooperative-owned solar generation to offset their electricity use.
• Rooftop Solar / Distributed Generation Interconnection Interconnection service for member-owned rooftop solar and other distributed generation, including net-metering arrangements with the cooperative grid.
• Meter Socket Adapter (MSA) Subscription Hardware adapter subscription that enables a member's existing meter socket to function as a prepayment point for the prepay electric service.

Quantifiable outcome

• Members contribute approximately $6/year through Operation Round Up
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered minor, core and moderate.

• Energy StarminorOthersPartnership with the EPA's Energy Star program, indicating commitment to energy efficiency and environmental standards.
• Georgia EMC (Electric Membership Corporation)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMembership in Georgia Electric Membership Corporation providing representation at state level, board participation, and access to cooperative resources and advocacy.
• Georgia Energy CooperativecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState-level cooperative energy organization providing coordination and support among Georgia electric cooperatives.
• Georgia System OperationscoreTechnology or IntegrationCooperative providing system operations support and coordination for Georgia electric cooperatives.
• Georgia TransmissioncoreTechnology or IntegrationCooperative responsible for transmission infrastructure support and coordination for Georgia electric cooperatives.
• Green Power EMCcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for green power program coordination and renewable energy support. Jefferson Energy's Green Power program is Green-e Energy Certified through this partnership.
• NRECA (National Rural Electric Cooperative Association)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational organization representing electric cooperatives. Coordinates Washington Youth Tour program and provides advocacy, education, and resources for cooperatives.
• Oglethorpe PowercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPower generation cooperative providing electricity supply and generation resources to Georgia electric cooperatives.
• USDA Rural DevelopmentmoderateOthersFederal agency providing rural development support and programs for rural electric cooperatives.
• Dollar General, CVS, Speedway, 7 Eleven, Family Dollar, Walmart, KrogercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRetail payment partners allowing members to pay electricity bills at 50,000+ store locations nationwide using barcode system. Cash-only transactions with $1.50 convenience fee.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Jackson EMC: Member-owned electric cooperative serving residential and commercial members in northeast Georgia; directly comparable to Jefferson Energy as a Georgia-based distribution co-op with similar rate programs, solar offerings, and member-owned capital credit model.
• Walton EMC: Electric cooperative in north Georgia serving residential, commercial, and industrial members; comparable to Jefferson Energy in cooperative structure, rate design, and community-focused programs within the same regulatory environment.
• Cobb EMC: Large Georgia-based member-owned electric cooperative; directly comparable business model (electric distribution to residential and commercial members in defined territory) with similar product structure and regulatory framework as Jefferson Energy.
• Flint Energies: Electric cooperative serving central Georgia members; similar member-owned distribution model, territory-based franchise, and product mix to Jefferson Energy, with overlapping service geography in middle Georgia.
• Sawnee EMC: Electric membership cooperative serving north metro Atlanta and surrounding counties; directly comparable distribution cooperative offering residential, commercial, and renewable energy programs similar to Jefferson Energy's portfolio.
• Snapping Shoals EMC: Georgia-based electric cooperative serving residential and commercial members; comparable member-owned distribution structure, rate schedules, and community programs to Jefferson Energy.

Broad incumbents

• Georgia Power: Investor-owned electric utility and the dominant electric service provider in Georgia; comparable core activity (electric distribution to residential and commercial customers) but operates as a much larger IOU with statewide territory rather than a small rural cooperative.

Others

• Oglethorpe Power Corporation: Generation and transmission cooperative supplying wholesale power to Georgia electric cooperatives including Jefferson Energy; an upstream supplier and strategic partner, not a direct retail competitor, but central to JEC's wholesale cost structure.
• Green Power EMC: Renewable energy cooperative providing Green-e certified green power resources to Georgia EMCs; JEC's Green Power Program is Green-e Energy Certified through this partnership, making it a key enabler of JEC's renewable offerings rather than a direct competitor.

Regional players

• SEMO Electric Cooperative: Rural electric distribution cooperative based in Missouri; comparable member-owned electric distribution business model and rural service territory characteristics to Jefferson Energy, though serving a different geographic market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/JeffersonEnergy
• Facebookfacebook.com/Jefferson-Energy-Cooperative-256668934485611
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/jefferson-energy-cooperative

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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