Carrollton, GA—Sustainability efforts of Carroll Electric Membership Cooperative have gained momentum the past few months as the cooperative’s green initiatives are rapidly developing. From the purchase of both an electric vehicle and a baling machine, Carroll EMC is paving the way for a greener future.

Carroll EMC recognizes the rapid development of energy efficient vehicles and fully supports efforts to adopt an electric fleet. Taking a step in that direction, the cooperative purchased its first electric vehicle (EV), a 2018 Chevy Bolt. The car is used for business travel and corporate ventures and serves as an educational tool to teach and encourage the public about EVs.

The Carroll EMC website launched an EV page that explains the benefits and facts of available EV models. Also imbedded in the site are purchase and commute savings calculators that provide an estimate of potential savings. Visit https://carrollemc.com/ev to explore these new features.

“The efficiency of an electric vehicle is incredible in comparison to a gasoline engine,” said James Layton, Vice President of Engineering & Technology for Carroll EMC. “A dollar of electricity will go much further than a dollar of gas. The battery technology in EVs are allowing vehicles greater range capabilities.”

Recycling efforts have remained at the forefront of the cooperative’s ecological friendly business. With a baling machine, those efforts are made easier. Recycled cardboard is baled into bundles of over 1,000 lbs. But Carroll EMC employees recycle more than just cardboard. Throughout the year, scrap metals, plastic, batteries, eyeglasses and electronics are collected for a recyclable donation.

“Just last year, our employees collected and donated more than 3,000 lbs of electronics to the local electronic drive,” said Carroll EMC Community Relations Supervisor, Carole Thompson. “We each have a responsibility in preserving the environment, and Carroll EMC does not take that lightly.”

Carroll EMC is a Member-owned cooperative providing electricity to approximately 50,000 homes and businesses. The co-op serves Members in Carroll, Haralson, Heard, Paulding, Polk, Floyd and Troup counties. This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer. For more information visit the cooperative’s website at carrollemc.com or follow Carroll EMC on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Pinterest, Instagram and LinkedIn. Carroll EMC: Community Built. Community Builder.