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Safe Electricity (Energy Education Council) is a non-profit that provides public safety energy education and resources to utilities and the general public.
The Energy Education Council (EEC) is an internationally recognized leader in providing a wealth of safety, efficiency, and renewable energy information. EEC was created and is supported by a diverse group of organizations united by mutually important consumer issues. Our mission is to provide life-saving, energy-saving, and cost-saving information and resources. Established in 1952, EEC is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization whose members include investor-owned utilities, cooperatives, municipal utilities, educators, and others who reaching millions of consumers in 37 states. In addition to extensive online consumer and educator resources, EEC members have access to exclusive services including a wide assortment of educational materials and communication tools—including timely news releases, professionally designed consumer materials, a photo library of more than 2500 images, television and radio PSAs, and much more. Safe Electricity® is an award-winning, multi-media public awareness program of EEC. Since the program’s creation in 2001, Safe Electricity® has been providing information to consumers and helping compliment the safety education activities of utilities and educators. The program provides life-saving information through many channels—including its comprehensive web site, radio and television public service announcements, videos, and more. Safe Electricity® has received national recognition for the quality and scope of its programs and services and is pleased to have the generous sponsorship support of Federated Rural Electric Insurance Exchange.
09/07/2026
Severe weather can develop quickly and create dangerous conditions, power outages and widespread damage. During National Preparedness Month, make sure you are ready before a storm or other extreme weather event occurs. Have emergency supplies on hand, know where to go for shelter and make a plan to help protect you and your family. https://safeelectricity.org/blog/storm-safety-tips/
Storm Safety Tips for National Preparedness Month - Safe Electricity It is easy to become complacent about the weather, but severe weather claims hundreds of lives each year. From tornadoes and floods to lightning, high winds, extreme heat and cold, severe weather can cause destruction and power outages. Many people end up in dangerous situations because they think t...
09/04/2026
September begins Drive Electric Month — a good time to make sure your EV charging setup is safe. The right equipment and a properly installed system can help protect you, your vehicle and your home. A few basics:
• Never use an extension cord with an EV charger.
• Check cords and plugs for damage.
• Keep outdoor charging equipment dry and out of standing water.
Learn more about safe EV charging at home:
It's Drive Electric Month: Safe Ways to Charge your Electric Vehicle - Safe Electricity Charging an electric vehicle (EV) at home can be simple and safe when you use the right equipment and follow a few basic safety tips. Level 1 charging uses a standard 120-volt household outlet, does not require special installation and works well for drivers with short daily commutes. Level 2 chargi...
09/02/2026
Heavy rain can quickly lead to flooding, and this year’s El Niño pattern could increase the chances of wetter conditions in parts of the U.S. Floodwater can also create serious electrical hazards. Knowing what to do before, during and after a flood can help keep you and your family safe. Learn why flood risk may be elevated, and how to prepare:
08/26/2026
Hot diggity dog, it’s . Help keep me safe by following these pet-friendly electrical safety tips: https://safeelectricity.org/pet-proof-home/
08/24/2026
🚜 Farm season means sharing the road with large farm equipment and an increase in slow-moving machinery on our local roads. Share the road with care. Farmers are just trying to get to and from their jobs, too.
08/17/2026
School bus safety: Know the signs to protect our kids.
🟡 Yellow lights? Slow down — the bus is stopping.
🔴 Red lights + stop arm? Stop — kids are loading or unloading.
Stay back at least 10 feet and watch for kids crossing unexpectedly.
08/13/2026
Sending someone off to college? Discuss electrical safety in the dorm: SafeElectricity.org/safety-tips/campus-electrical-safety/
08/11/2026
It's National 811 day! Did you know you are responsible for repairs if you strike an underground line while digging? Learn more: https://safeelectricity.org/call-811-dig/
08/06/2026
🛟 The water is not fine at a marina. Never swim near docks with a power source: Learn how to prevent electric shock drowning: SafeElectricity.org/feel-shock-swim-away-dock
08/03/2026
Our thoughts are with our members and the communities they serve in eastern Washington. Fast-moving wildfires in and around Spokane have forced about 60,000 people to evacuate and destroyed at least 600 homes, businesses and other structures.
Knowing what to do before, during and after a wildfire can help protect you and your family. Find wildfire safety tips: SafeElectricity.org/blog/wildfire-safety
Members, log in for ready-to-share resources to help your communities prepare and stay safe: SafeElectricity.org/topic/wildfires
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