Peninsula Light Co. has nine directors on its board. Each year, three seats are up for election. This year, incumbents Paul Alvestad, Nick Markovich, and Debra Ross ran for reelection. Candidates selected by the Election Committee to run against incumbents were Ken Malich and Michael Cobey. Any qualified candidate can apply for consideration by the […]
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Peninsula Light Co.’s service area receives between 30 and 70 inches of rainfall a year. Unfortunately, rainfall is highest in the winter months when demand for water is low. High summer demand impacts both surface and groundwater. Here are tips to help you conserve summer water use and keep your bills low. Go to the […]
Did you know the sun is a powerful energy source whose power can be harnessed to heat, cool, and light homes and businesses? Here is an interesting fact: More energy from the sun falls on the earth in one hour than is used by everyone in the world in one year. Various technologies convert sunlight […]
Hydropower is renewable. Each year, rain and snow replenish the supply. It is the nation’s most abundant source of renewable energy. Hydropower is efficient. Hydropower plants at dams convert about 90% of the energy in falling water into electrical energy. By comparison, fossil-fueled plants lose more than half of the energy content of their fuel […]
One of the best things about our community is the natural beauty that surrounds us. The Gig Harbor area and surrounding peninsulas are fortunate to have so many trees that offer beauty, shade, and a habitat for all sorts of birds and other wildlife. At PenLight, we strive to balance maintaining beautiful surroundings and ensuring […]
We live in a beautiful area surrounded by water. In recognition of National Water Safety Month in May, here are some water safety tips courtesy of the Simple Steps Save Lives program: Learn & Practice Water Safety Skills Learn how to swim and teach your child to swim. Learn to perform CPR on children and […]
These days, many of us are spending more time at home and finding new, creative ways to enhance our living space. Tackling do-it-yourself projects for the home can be fun and cost-effective. Whether you’re painting the front door with a fresh hue or finally upgrading patio lights, successfully completing a DIY home project is incredibly […]
At PenLight, your vote matters. Each year, as part of a member-owned cooperative, you have the opportunity to vote in the board of directors’ election and attend the annual meeting, where the election results for three open seats are announced. PenLight is governed by our members. Those elected to the board of directors are fellow […]
With spring just around the corner, there has never been a better time to get outside and enjoy the fresh air. Perhaps you have plans for a new garden or a lawn makeover. No matter how you plan to revamp your backyard oasis, remember to keep safety in mind for all projects—especially those that require […]
