Electric Vehicles

Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicle Charging Station Incentive To help our members embrace the future of clean energy, we’re offering an incentive for the installation of residential Level 2 (240-volt) smart charging stations for all-electric vehicles.Qualifying members can receive a $300 incentive after meeting our specific requirements:1. Be a Benton REA member who owns and receives…

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Is Your Home Electric Vehicle Ready?

a close up of a woman wearing a blue plaid shirt and denim skirt pluggin in her Chevy Bolt to a charger at home

Drivers across the U.S. are starting to refuel at the outlet instead of the gas pump. As electric vehicle growth continues, studies are finding most drivers are plugging in at home to charge. “EV-ready homes” describes homes providing safe access to a dedicated power supply for charging at a Level 2 station. Level 2 charging…

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The Future Is Electric

A Detroit Electric advertisement from 1912. Black and white illustration of a woman in a winter dress and hat standing by an electric car in a snowy neighborhood. The add says "One of Our nine Rare Creations For 1912"

In the early 20th century, electric vehicles made up close to 40% of the U.S. vehicle market share. Despite their early popularity, they began to disappear from the streets after just a few years. As roadways improved beyond city limits, people wanted to explore. With their slower speeds and shorter ranges, electric vehicles were not…

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Electrical Safety & 811

Electrical Safety Tips and 811 Call 811 Before You Dig Safety Videos Safety Resources Electrical Safety Tips Benton REA’s top priority is the safety of the public and we strive to ensure that the public is safe around electrical power lines.Look up and live! Be aware of overhead power lines.Stay away from downed power lines.…

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Forms

Hybrid Electric Water Heater Rebate Residential Electric Vehicle Charging Station Incentive Residential Electric Vehicle Charging Station Loan

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Prosser Public Charging Station Operational

Electric Vehicle Fast Charting station with sign that says "Reserved for Electric Vehicle Charging"

On May 11, Prosser gained an electric vehicle (EV) fast charger at 20 Merlot Drive, near the Verizon store and Chevron. The EV fast-charging station is the last to be energized as part of a nine-station network along Washington state highway corridors designed to enhance interstate and intrastate EV travel. The others are in Cle…

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Annual Meeting of Members

Annual Meeting of Members Each year Benton REA hosts a meeting of the members including an appreciation lunch, door prizes and an opportunity for you to meet your co-op employees and trustees. In addition to these activities, members in voting districts have the opportunity to vote for the trustee who will represent them on the…

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Energy Consulting Program

Energy Consulting Program Are you thinking about energy efficiency upgrades for your home or business? Our Energy Consulting Program can help. Advisors can analyze your home, suggest upgrades to improve efficiency and comfort, then help you prioritize the order you complete the projects in. They can also let you know what rebates and other savings…

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Wildfire Mitigation Plan

Preventing Wildfires Benton REA members are encouraged to practice safe wildfire prevention on their properties and report potential fire risks to Benton REA by calling 509-786-2913. You may download Benton REA’s fire mitigation plan and other fire-prevention and safety resources on this page. Benton REA Wildfire Mitigation Policy Benton REA Wildfire Mitigation Procedure Wildfire Mitigation…

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