Mississippi Power prepares to meet customer demand during heat wave, offers money-saving tips
Gulfport, Miss. – As an extreme heat wave sends temperatures soaring across the country, Mississippi Power saw its peak customer demand Wednesday afternoon. While temperatures remain in the triple digits, Mississippi Power wants customers to know that the company’s generating facilities are ready to meet their demand.
Employees at the company’s power plants regularly perform maintenance on equipment during the spring and fall to ensure optimal performance in the summer months. All of the company’s generating units are available as southeast Mississippi is expected to experience a heat index above 100 degrees for the next several days.
“Just as we have plans in place to respond to customers during severe weather, we also have plans for extreme temperatures,” said Plant Watson Manager Conrad Amos. “Our employees are experienced and ready to work to serve our customers during the hottest days of the year.”
Mississippi Power customers are also urged to stay safe as temperatures rise and can follow energy efficiency tips to save on their bill.
“We know our customers are always looking for ways to beat the heat and save energy,” said Mississippi Power Spokeswoman Kaila Moran Griffith. “There are small, low-cost things they can do now that will bring big energy savings this summer.”
Summer energy efficiency tips include:
- Set your thermostat to 78 degrees, especially when you’re not home.
- Change your air filters monthly to ensure your system is running efficiently.
- Close blinds and curtains during the day to block the sun’s heat.
- Seal air leaks around plumbing and light fixtures, light switches, windows and doors.
- Avoid using larger appliances like ovens, dishwashers or washing machines during the hottest point of the day.
Mississippi Power customers can better manage their bills by enrolling in budget billing here. Customers can also enroll in a free program, My Power Usage, to have 24/7 access to usage information and see projections of their monthly bill so that they can adjust their energy consumption according to lifestyle and budget.
Now in its 98th year of operations, Mississippi Power, a subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), produces safe, reliable and affordable energy for nearly 191,000 customers in 23 southeast Mississippi counties. Mississippi Power recently was a recipient of the Community Partner Impact Award from the Center for Energy Workforce Development for its innovative and ongoing efforts to build a diverse workforce. With nearly 160 megawatts of approved solar energy capacity, Mississippi Power is the largest partner in providing renewable energy in the state of Mississippi. Visit our websites at mississippipower.com and mississippipowernews.com, like us on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
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