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Cooperative Principles

The difference between Pioneer Electric Cooperative and other power companies is that we are "owned by those we serve." Each person who receives service from this non-profit, member-owned electric utility is a member - and an owner. 

Pioneer Electric members have several unique benefits not available to other utility consumers. Four distinct advantages of being served by a cooperative are:

  • They receive service at cost because we operate on a not-for-profit basis.
  • They have local control because members of the board of directors are from within the Association.
  • They have the right to participate through a voting membership because they are a member-owner of the business.
  • They earn capital credits because, in a cooperative, net margins are shared among all the members.

Cooperatives are based on the values of self-help, self-responsibility, democracy, equality, equity and solidarity. In the tradition of their founders, cooperative members believe in the ethical values of honesty, openness, social responsibility and caring for others.

All cooperative businesses adhere to these seven guiding principles:

Voluntary and Open Membership

Cooperatives are voluntary organizations, open to all persons able to use their services and willing to accept the responsibilities of membership, without gender, social, racial, political or religious discrimination.

Democratic Member Control

Cooperatives are democratic organizations controlled by their members, who actively participate in setting policies and making decisions. The elected representatives are accountable to the membership. In primary cooperatives, members have equal voting rights (one member, one vote) and cooperatives at other levels are organized in a democratic manner.

Members’ Economic Participation

Members contribute equitably to, and democratically control, the capital of their cooperative. At least part of that capital is usually the common property of the cooperative. Members usually receive limited compensation, if any, on capital subscribed as a condition of membership. Members allocate surpluses for any or all of the following purposes: developing the cooperative, possibly by setting up reserves, part of which at least would be indivisible; benefiting members in proportion to their transactions with the cooperative; and supporting other activities approved by the membership.

Autonomy and Independence

Cooperatives are autonomous, self-help organizations controlled by their members. If they enter into agreements with other organizations, including governments, or raise capital from external sources, they do so on terms that ensure democratic control by their members and maintain their cooperative autonomy.

Education, Training, and Information

Cooperatives provide education and training for their members, elected representatives, managers and employees so they can contribute effectively to the development of their cooperatives. They inform the general public, particularly young people and opinion leaders, about the nature and benefits of cooperation.

Cooperation Among Cooperatives

Cooperatives serve their members most effectively and strengthen the cooperative movement by working together through local, national, regional and international structures.

Concern for Community

While focusing on member needs, cooperatives work for the sustainable development of their communities through policies accepted by their members.

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Greenville Office

300 Herbert Street
Greenville, AL 36037

MAILING ADDRESS
P.O BOX 468
Greenville, AL 36037

M-F 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
334-382-6636 or 1-800-239-3092

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4075 Alabama Highway 41
Sardis, AL 36775

MAILING ADDRESS
P.O. BOX 40
Sardis, AL 36775

M-F 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
334-875-2223 or 1-800-933-7732

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  • My Co-op
    • About Us
    • Contact Us
    • Board of Trustees
    • Bylaws
    • Pioneer Staff
    • Cooperative Principles
    • Careers
    • Annual Meeting
    • About Touchstone Energy
    • Excess Revenue
  • My Account
    • Member Services
    • Pay My Bill
      • Levelized Billing
      • Smart-Pay
    • Apply for Service
    • Capital Credits
    • Disconnects & Payment Arrangements
    • Operation Round Up
    • SmartHub
    • Manufactured Home Program
      • Service Poles
  • My Home
    • My Meter
    • Call Before You Dig
    • Energy Audits
    • Outdoor Lighting
    • Products & Programs
    • Using Energy Wisely
  • My Community
    • College Scholarships
    • Just For Kids
    • LED Bulb Program
    • Local School Involvement
    • Youth Tour
    • Volunteer Fire Department Donation Form
    • Economic Development
  • My Resources
    • Alabama Living Magazine
    • Lighting Contract
    • Membership Application
    • Wiring Specifications
    • Safety Quiz
  • My Storm Center
  • Electric Vehicles