Get Involved In Your Co-op
Co-ops are self-governing organizations controlled by their members, who actively participate in setting policies and making decisions. Men and women serving as elected representatives...
AMI Update
Since May of 2021, PIE&G has implemented Advanced Metering Infrastructure (or AMI) upgrades to approximately 13,000 residential electric meters, or about one-third of its...
Why Your Co-op Clears Vegetation
Your co-op leadership team recognizes that reliable electricity is not just a luxury; it’s an expectation. That’s why your electric co-op considers its prime...
Plaunt Transportation
For over 90 years, people living or vacationing on Bois Blanc Island have relied on Plaunt Transportation to deliver them, along with their mail...
Exciting Challenges Ahead In The New Year
By Tom Sobeck, President & CEO
Last January, my article “Taking Stock—With Much Appreciation” reflected on our past accomplishments. This year, I’m looking ahead to...
1937–1994–2021
Tom Sobeck, President & CEO
What do these three years all have in common? Each represents a significant milestone for PIE&G and the citizens of...
Facts About PIE&G Connect Fiber Internet
Over the past several months, I have mentioned PIE&G Connect and our fiber-to-the-home project, but I haven’t really dedicated an entire column to it....
PSCR Factor To Increase
By Tom Sobeck, President & CEO
It has been fun writing this column for the past year, as there has been considerable positive activity at...
Tips for Safe Generator Use
When winter’s winds begin to blow each year, they bring with them the chilling thought of power outages.
While PIE&G crews always work as quickly...
Natural Gas Safety
Natural gas is odorless and colorless, so a harmless substance is added to make it smell like rotten eggs. Why? So you can easily...














