Wind Power FAQs
1. How is wind power sold?
Our wind power is sold in the form of Renewable Energy Credits (RECs). Each REC is equal to 1,000 kilowatt-hours (kWh) or one megawatt-hour of energy.
2. What is an Renewable Energy Credit (REC)?
A REC indicates that 1,000 kWh of energy was generated from a renewable source such as wind or solar.
3. How much impact can an REC purchase have on the environment?
Purchasing as little as 1,000 kWh of wind power per month for one year is equivalent to removing 9 tons of emissions from the air.
4. Do all of your RECs come from wind power?
Yes, they are supplied by our Sooner and Centennial Wind Farms in Northwest Oklahoma. As additional wind farms are developed, more RECs will become available.
5. How is the new wind program different from your first wind offering?
The first program was tied to our first wind farm located near Woodward, OK. Only those who were willing to sign-up for wind power received the benefits and/or the additional cost for this renewable energy source. Our Centennial Wind Farm has made it so all our customers benefit from wind power. Now, every kWh of wind power saves all OG&E customers money.
6. How can I sign up for your wind REC program?
We offer four different levels of wind power RECs. You will be billed at your selected level for 12 months.
|
Level |
Percent Of Annual kWh Usage |
REC Price Per kWh |
|
A |
25% |
$0.009 per kWh |
|
B |
50% |
$0.008 per kWh |
|
C |
100% |
$0.007 per kWh |
|
D |
Large commercial and industrial customers |
Contact OGE |
For example, a typical OG&E homeowner uses about 12,000 kWh a year their wind power charges would be:
|
Level |
Subscription |
Monthly Charge |
|
A-25% |
3,000 kWh |
$2.25 a month |
|
B-50% |
6,000 kWh |
$4.00 a month |
|
C-100% |
12,000 kWh |
$7.00 a month |
7. Can I sell my RECs from OG&E?
No, unfortunately, the RECs you purchase cannot be resold.
8. How long is a subscription period?
The initial period is one year. After the first year, you may remain on the REC program until you request to stop.
9. Am I obligated to sign up each year?
No. You can choose to leave the program at any time after the first contract year.
10. Who do I call if I have questions about my wind power subscription?
Please contact our Service Department at 405.272.9741 or at 800.272.9741.
