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Our Cooperative

History of Four County

1937

Four County Electric Membership Corporation was established by a group of community leaders working together to bring electricity to the rural area

1938

The first lines were built with a loan from the U.S. Rural Electrification Administration

Today

More than 5,000 miles of overhead, underground, and transmission lines provide reliable electric service to over 33,400 services which include residences, farms, businesses, industries, churches and schools

The Cooperative Way

As a cooperative, Four County operates on a not-for-profit basis, with the Co-op members as its owners.

Through a member-elected Board of Directors, each person is given a voice in how the Co-op is operated

This Board of Directors is elected in staggered 3-year terms at the annual meeting, with each member having one vote

Mission

To provide safe, reliable, affordable, and innovative energy solutions for our Members, with a focus on outstanding service while improving the quality of life in our communities.

Bylaws

Four County Bylaws (PDF)

Our Vision

To be an advocate for our Members by:

Exceeding Members’ expectations

Achieving excellence

Operating efficiently

Utilizing well trained, motivated employees

Maintaining hometown values

Our Values

Respect

Teamwork

Integrity

Trust

Commitment

Excellence

Service Area

Four County Electric is committed to providing its members with the best and most reliable electric service possible.

As of April 2021,

5,000 +

miles

of overhead, underground and transmission lines

31

substations

provided reliable electric service to

33,800 +

services

33,800 +

services

in Bladen, Duplin, Pender,and Sampson counties

The co-op also serves a small number of services in Columbus and Onslow counties

If you or your business is interested in obtaining electric service through Four County EMC, please contact us toll free at (888) 368-7289

You can also apply for service online

New business clients will need a tax identification number

Map of Service Area