Great Lakes Energy is a not-for-profit electric cooperative that serves over 125,000 members in 26 counties across Michigan. The company was founded in 1937 and has since been committed to providing reliable and affordable electricity to its members. Great Lakes Energy operates over 1,600 miles of transmission lines and 9,400 miles of distribution lines, providing electricity to a diverse range of residential, commercial, and industrial customers. In addition to providing electricity, Great Lakes Energy also offers a variety of energy efficiency programs and renewable energy options to its members. The company is governed by a board of directors elected by its members, ensuring that its operations remain transparent and accountable to the communities it serves.
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Great Lakes Energy's energy comes from natural gas, and oil. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 96% of Great Lakes Energy's energy. Oil is the second largest source, making up 4%.
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The average electricity rate for Great Lakes Energy customers is 16.1 cents/kWh. Great Lakes Energy has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| GENERAL SERVICE- Single Phase | Fixed | 14¢ |
| GENERAL SERVICE ,Three Phase | Fixed | 16¢ |
| Residential (Schedule A) | Fixed | 14¢ |
| Alternative - Residential (Schedule AS) | Fixed | 14¢ |
In 2021, there were no outages recorded in Great Lakes Energy.
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