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Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative (PSREC) is committed to helping customers who may need a little extra help when it comes to their utility...
Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative (PSREC) is committed to helping customers who may need a little extra help when it comes to their utility...
The Sierra Valley Art & Ag Trail is an event that offers something for everyone. Always in late September, attendees often have a...
The 2022 financial statements are presented on a consolidated basis for Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative and its subsidiary, Plumas-Sierra Telecommunications. The consolidated statement...
Dear Members: Last year was another great year of progress for Plumas Sierra Telecommunications. Good news: Our Scott Road project is now underway...
As the summer begins, and concern for wildfires grows, PSREC continues to enhance its historic preventative program, including vegetation management and proactive equipment...
By Emily Compton Although the formal history of lumberjack sports and woodchopping competitions is spread out and often inconsistent across sources and countries,...
Are you a weekend warrior? If you’re considering home improvement upgrades that save energy and money, we’ve got a few project ideas for...
PSREC regularly receives inquiries about electric vehicles from PSREC members, so PSREC thought it would be helpful to respond to some of those...
Are You Ready? It’s not a question of if, but when, the next major wildland fire will occur. Through advanced planning, understanding, and...
If you are interested in running for the Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative Board of Directors, please contact General Manager Bob Marshall at (530)...
Enjoy the wonderland more with wonderfully fast internet! Curiosity led Alice down, down, down the rabbit hole and toward all kinds of adventure....
Lineworker Appreciation Day is April 10. During the month of April, if you see a lineworker, please pause to say thank you to...
By Emily Compton Geothermal Exchange systems are a modern heating and cooling technology that surpasses most traditional and alternative systems by simply moving...
Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative (PSREC) 2021 Citizen-Scholar Scholarship winner Shayna De Silva is from the home of pizza and bagels. Well, sort of....
By Emily Compton Americans have felt the pressure of rising costs across the country, whether it be at the grocery store, the gas...
By Danielle Brusby These days, nearly everyone is looking for ways to save money and be more efficient with energy use. As we...
Attending a college or university in the fall? Plumas-Sierra may be able to help make it easier with scholarships. Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative...
By Emily Compton In recent years, outages have been caused by more than winter storms. Although Plumas- Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative does all...
Enter the 2022/2023 Washington Youth Tour Essay Contest Area high school sophomores, juniors and seniors have the chance win an all-expenses-paid trip to...
Concern for Community is one of the guiding principles of Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative (PSREC) and its subsidiary, Plumas-Sierra Telecommunications (PST). This core...
Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative (PSREC) is committed to helping customers who may need a little extra help when it comes to their utility...
As more Americans are working and learning from home now, it shows just how important rural broadband is. Connectivity problems can be frustrating....
We asked professionals from the staff at Ruralite magazine to again judge Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative’s 2022 Cover Photo Contest, and award the...
By Emily Compton It is likely you have recently seen the new “Connected Communities” map on social media channels or outside of a...
By Emily Compton Photo provided by the Sierra Arts Council The Sierra Valley Art & Ag Trail is an event that offers something...
To: Members of Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative Notice is hereby given that the 2022 Annual Meeting of the Membership of Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric...
To: Members of Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative Notice is hereby given that the 2022 Annual Meeting of the Membership of Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric...
September 9, 2021 Pursuant to notice thereof, the 2020 Annual Meeting of the members of the Plumas. Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative (PSREC) was...
By Emily Compton Founded by local residents in 2000, the Feather River Land Trust has grown in lands conserved for public benefit and...
Attention Shutterbugs: Last Chance to Enter Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative (PSREC)’s 2022 Photo Contest Here’s the Scoop Up to 6 amazing photos will...
If you listen carefully, you can hear a quiet transformation happening. Electric appliances and equipment are becoming more popular than ever among consumers....
Take advantage of Plumas-Sierra’s $500 electric vehicle rebate Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative (PSREC) offers rebates on purchased or leased plug-in electric vehicles or...
Wildfire season is coming… Are you ready? It’s not a question of if, but when, the next major wildland fire will occur. Through...
By Abby Berry These days, many of us are spending more time at home and finding new, creative ways to enhance our living...
Attention Shutterbugs: Get your photo on the cover of PSREC’s edition of Ruralite magazine! Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative (PSREC) distributes more than 7,000...
You’ve likely noticed Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative’s (PREC) crews out and about, working on power lines and other electrical equipment in our community....
By Abby Berry A power surge is an unexpected increase in voltage. It can occur from a variety of sources. Regardless of the...
By Emily Compton What are the new unidentified flying objects soaring through the air at the Portola, California Riverwalk? They are discs heading...
By Emily Compton The Dixie Fire started July 13 in the Feather River Canyon and burned for 109 days, carrying thick smoke and...
By Emily Compton Abigail Edwards Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative (PSREC) Citizen-Scholar Scholarship winner Abigail Edwards has made the most of her academic and...
The Plumas County Sheriff’s Office Employee Association spent its holiday season giving back with its 39th year of the association’s Holiday Helping Hands...
Utility bill assistance is available for those who qualify.
Follow these nine tips to make your holiday season merry and bright with an energy bill that won’t cause you fright By Leon...
By Garrett Hylton While many of us enjoy the beauty and serenity of our winter landscapes, the snow, ice, and cold present several...
Experiencing a power outage? Ready to power up your generator? Don’t overlook safety in your haste to light up your home. Despite the...
You may often hear the term “capital credits” at Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative (PSREC), but what are they? Capital credits are a feature...
We asked professionals from the staff at Ruralite magazine to again judge Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative’s 2021 Cover Photo Contest, and award the...
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative’s (PSREC’s) 84th annual meeting of members was broadcast virtually. Held Thursday, September 9,...
To: Members of Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative Notice is hereby given that the 2021 Annual Meeting of the Membership of Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric...
Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative (PSREC) is now accepting applications for the 2021 to 2022 Winter Rate Assistance Program (WRAP). Call or go online...
Dear Members: The annual meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 9, at 6:30 p.m. We will broadcast the meeting online via our Office@Hand meeting...
Notice is hereby given that the 2021 regular annual meeting of the membership of Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative will be held on Thursday,...
By Emily Compton Resource conservation districts are not new to the United States. Following the destruction and devastation of the Dust Bowl in...
By Emily Compton The history of White Sulphur Springs Ranch (WSSR) is a rich one that spans a century and many generations. It...
As Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative (PSREC) and other electric utilities across the nation shift to more renewable energy sources and make existing generation...
Life is filled with milestones, and some of the biggest are graduations. They’re cause for celebration not only for the graduates but also...
It’s not a question of if, but when, the next major wildland fire will occur. Through advanced planning, understanding, and preparation we can...
By Abby Berry These days many of us are spending more time at home and finding new, creative ways to enhance our living...
Lineworker Appreciation Day is April 18. During the month of April, if you see a lineworker, please pause to say thank you to...
By Emily Compton The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the dedication and commitment of those who put others first, such as Janice Gotcher. Janice...
By Emily Compton If there were ever a critical time for access to high-speed broadband internet in rural communities, that time is now....
What you need to know when the lights go out Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative (PSREC) members count on us to make sure power...
The Home Energy Assistance Program Can Help! The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps keep families safe and healthy through an...
Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative (PSREC) and its telecommunications subsidiary, Plumas-Sierra Telecommunications, are offering two $1,000 scholarships. All interested students are encouraged to apply...
By Emily Compton Despite starting college a year apart, Natalie Dutton and Gracie Claypool have yet to experience a full semester of “normal”...
Attending a college or university in the fall? Plumas-Sierra may be able to help make it easier with scholarships. Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative...
Low Income Heating & Energy Assistance & Weatherization Assistance Resources Worried about high energy bills this winter? You may qualify for heating or...
The Eastern Plumas Angel Program (EPAP) wrapped up another year of holiday gift distribution. Dink Rife, the founder, and chairperson of the Angel...
Surge suppressors, also known as surge protectors, are your first line of defense when it comes to preventing a power surge from frying...
Concern for Community is one of the guiding principles of Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative and its subsidiary, Plumas-Sierra Telecommunications. This core principle sets...
As Americans spend more time at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it shows just how important rural broadband is. Connectivity problems can...
Area charities are working hard to make the holiday season brighter by collecting money, toys, bikes, new clothing, and canned goods and nonperishables....
No one can predict an emergency or a power outage, but you can lessen the impact to your comfort and safety by thinking...
We asked professionals from the staff at Ruralite magazine to again judge PSREC’s 2020 Cover Photo Contest, and award the top photo entries....
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative’s 83rd annual meeting of members looked a lot different this year. Held Thursday, September...
Autumn is many people’s favorite season. What’s not to love about visiting the local pumpkin patch, going on a hayrack ride, and feeling...
Win an All-Expenses-Paid Trip to Washington, D.C.! Area high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors have the chance to win an all-expenses-paid trip to...
To: Members of Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative Notice is hereby given that the 2020 Annual Meeting of the Membership of Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric...
The 2019 financial reports are presented on a consolidated basis for Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative and its subsidiary, Plumas-Sierra Telecommunications. The consolidated statement...
To: Members of Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative Notice is hereby given that the 2020 Annual Meeting of the Membership of Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric...
Dear Members: Due to COVID-19 virus, we are holding a virtual annual meeting September 3. We will have presentations online via YouTube Live....
By Emily Compton Paul Hardy’s love for the Sierra Valley prompted him to found the Feather River Land Trust in 2000, after returning...
Notice is hereby given that the 2020 regular annual meeting of the membership of Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative will be held on Thursday,...
The energy industry is undergoing rapid change, and technology is paving the way for innovation in the way energy is used, produced, stored,...
If you are interested in running for the Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative Board of Directors, please contact General Manager Bob Marshall at (800)...
Lineworker Appreciation Day is April 13. During the month of April, if you see a lineworker, please pause to say thank you to...
Attention Shutterbugs: Get your photo on the cover of PSREC’s edition of Ruralite magazine! PSREC distributes more than 7,000 copies of Ruralite each...
By Emily Compton It is amazing how one can feel like a stranger in a place they grew up. But I suppose place...
By Emily Compton Technology is advancing at what feels like the speed of light. We often know what a new technology is called,...
By Emily Compton PSREC Citizen-Scholar winner Leta Stock has already made the most of her time after graduating high school. In just a...
Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative still offers rebates to help offset the cost of installing new air- and ground-source heat pumps. Heat pumps are...
Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative is excited to share its new outage notification system with members. Members can now receive localized outage notifications specific...
Attending a college or university in the fall? Plumas-Sierra may be able to help make it easier with scholarships. Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative...
Encouraging energy conservation in low-income households PSREC is still taking applications for the Winter Rate Assistance Program. Once approved, you can receive a...
By Emily Compton Have you ever wished you could soar like an eagle? Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative’s Staking Engineer Matt Brubaker virtually soars...
Concern for Community is one of the guiding principles of Plumas- Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative and its subsidiary, Plumas-Sierra Telecommunications. Cooperative employees—your neighbors,...
Planning Ahead for Emergencies! No one can predict an emergency or a power outage – but you can lessen the impact to your...
Area charities are working hard to make the holiday season brighter by collecting money, toys, bikes, new clothing and canned goods and non-perishables....
November 1 Artist’s Opening Reception. Main Street Artists Gallery, 436 Main St., Quincy, 5 to 7 p.m. Reception for featured artist, meet the...
Win an All-Expenses-Paid Trip to Washington, D.C.! Area high school sophomores, juniors and seniors have the chance win an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington,...
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Update Your Speed During Our Halloween Sale-A-Bration Is too-slow internet driving you batty? Are you haunted by annoying buffering while streaming movies or...
October 4, 5, and 6 “On Gold Pond.” West End Theatre, 541 Main St., Quincy. 7 to 10 p.m. For more information, call...
2018 POWER CONTENT LABEL Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative https://www.psrec.coop/ Eligible Renewable 5% 31% Biomass & Biowaste 0% 2% Geothermal 4% 5% Eligible Hydroelectric...
We asked professionals from the staff at Ruralite magazine to again judge PSREC’s 2019 Cover Photo Contest, and award the top photo entries....
Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative hosted its 82nd annual meeting of members Thursday, September 5. This year’s meeting came with many changes, including a...
To: Members of Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative Notice is hereby given that the 2019 Annual Meeting of the Membership of Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric...
PSREC is now accepting applications for the 2019-2020 Winter Rate Assistance Program (WRAP). Call or go online for an application today; once approved...
The 2018 financial reports are presented on a consolidated basis for Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative and its subsidiary, Plumas-Sierra Telecommunications. The consolidated statement...
Dear Members: 2018 was a full, productive year for Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative and Plumas-Sierra Telecommunications. PSREC continued to improve system reliability and...
During 2018, Plumas-Sierra Telecommunications continued implementing its plan to provide services to most of the cooperative’s territory that does not have broadband, as...
September 8, 2018 Pursuant to notice thereof, the 2018 Annual Meeting of the Members of the Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative was held at...
Participation in Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Co-op’s Community Solar Program brings many benefits to its members, including savings on monthly bills, elimination of worries...
By Donna Mills Backup power from generators can be helpful when storms, natural disasters or accidents cause unexpected electrical power failures—but it also...
Take Advantage of Plumas-Sierra’s $500 Electric Vehicle Rebate Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative offers rebates on purchased or leased plug-in electric vehicles or plug-in...
Thursday, September 5 4:30 p.m. at the Sierra Valley Grange, 92202 Highway 70, Vinton, California. In an effort to reduce costs and increase...
Public Safety Power Shutoffs are a part of Pacific Gas & Electric’s Community Wildfire Safety Program. This coming summer, PG&E will de-energize electric...
By Anne Prince “Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you.” Author Anne Lamott cleverly captures...
Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative is instituting a two-part rate increase effective July 1. PSREC does not take this rate increase lightly and has...
Family traits are passed down from generation to generation — maybe it’s eye color, nose shape, or the propensity to make others laugh....
It’s not a question of if, but when, the next major wildland fire will occur. Through advanced planning, understanding, and preparation we can...
If you are interested in running for the Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative Board of Directors, please contact General Manager Bob Marshall at 800-555-2207...
It’s not a question of if, but when, the next major wildland fire will occur. Through advanced planning, understanding, and preparation we can...
Attention Shutterbugs: Get your photo on the cover of PSREC’s edition of Ruralite magazine! PSREC distributes more than 7,000 copies of Ruralite each...
Committed to the job Committed to safety Committed to you, our members.
Lineworker appreciation day is April 8. So during the month of April, if you see a lineworker, please pause to say thank you...
Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative and its telecommunications subsidiary, Plumas-Sierra Telecommunications, are offering two $1,000 scholarships. All interested students are encouraged to apply by...
Transmission lines and substation facilities that carry large power loads are repaired first. Next, major distribution lines are repairs to restore power to...
New poles and wires mean greater reliability for local homes and businesses. Our members know energy will be here when they need it....
By Abby Berry Winter weather can have a big impact on your energy bills, hitting your pockets a little harder than you would...
Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative still offers rebates to help offset the cost of installing new air- and ground-source heat pumps. Heat pumps are...
By Emily Compton It was a cloudy, brisk morning in November as Erin Sheridan started warming up for Cal Poly San Luis Obispo’s...
We’re updating our records so we can keep you posted Update your information through our online account management site, SmartHub. You may also...
Attending a college or university in the fall? Plumas-Sierra may be able to help make it easier with scholarships. Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative...
Encouraging energy conservation in low-income households PSREC is still taking applications for the Winter Rate Assistance Program. Once approved you can receive a...
Publicly owned utilities invest in improving the lives of those they serve Compiled by Pam Blair In big ways and small, the public...
By Emily Compton On the brisk morning of November 13, with the sun peeking through the clouds, Sierra Army Depot, Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric...
Wishing you a wonderful holiday season.
It’s a Special Day, Any Way You Slice It We hope what’s placed on the table — from roast turkey to pumpkin pie...
Area charities are working hard to make the holiday season brighter by collecting money, toys, bikes, new clothing and canned goods and non-perishables....
No one can predict an emergency or a power outage—but you can lessen the impact to your comfort and safety by thinking ahead....
Enter the 2019 Washington Youth Tour Essay Contest Area high school sophomores, juniors and seniors have the chance win an all-expenses-paid trip to...
2017 Power Content Label Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative ENERGY RESOURCES Power Mix 2017 CA Power Mix** Eligible Renewable 5% 29% Biomass &...
PSREC hosted its 81st Annual Meeting of Members on Saturday, September 8th with a lot of help from our friends and neighbors, another...
We asked professionals from the staff at Ruralite magazine to again judge PSREC’s 2018 Cover Photo Contest, and award the top photo entries....
To: Members of Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative Notice is hereby given that the 2018 Regular Annual Meeting of the Membership of Plumas-Sierra Rural...
PSREC is now accepting applications for the 2018-2019 Winter Rate Assistance Program (WRAP). Call or go online for an application today; once approved...
To: Members of Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative Notice is hereby given that the 2018 Regular Annual Meeting of the Membership of Plumas-Sierra Rural...
September 9, 2017 Pursuant to notice thereof, the 2017 Annual Meeting of the Members of the Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative was held at...
The 2017 financial reports are presented on a consolidated basis for Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative and its subsidiary, Plumas-Sierra Telecommunications. The consolidated statement...
Plumas-Sierra Telecommunications has continued to expand its systems during the past year. We were able to acquire the abandoned cable TV systems in...
Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative (PSREC) broke ground on a 2.5 Megawatt (MW) solar project for the Sierra Army Depot (SIAD) on May 24....
A recent AAA survey revealed that 1 in 5 Americans are likely to go electric when buying a new vehicle. By Tom Tate...
If you are interested in running for the Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative Board of Directors, please contact General Manager Bob Marshall at (800)...
Lineworker appreciation day is April 9. So during the month of April, if you see a lineworker, please pause to say thank you...
Attention Shutterbugs: Get your photo on the cover of PSREC’s edition of Ruralite magazine! PSREC distributes more than 7,000 copies of Ruralite each...
Maximize the Return on Your Investment Even at zero degrees F, air, ground and water contain useful heat continuously replenished by the sun....
The first step in upgrading your heating system is to make sure you pick all the low-hanging fruit through weatherization and other savings...
Ever driven by Plumas Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative crews? They’re doing more than replacing poles or building a new substation. New poles and...
Scammers are swindling utility customers across the country. The scam involves a phone call to a customer by a con artist posing as...
Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative is interested in hearing from you about electric vehicles. Take the Survey Here
Last Call for Scholarship Applications Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative and its telecommunications subsidiary, Plumas-Sierra Telecommunications, are offering two $1,000 scholarships. All interested students...