School Progams

"Super Energy Savers" Program

Coast Electric is hoping to make learning about electricity a little more fun with Touchstone Energy's Kids "Super Energy Savers" Program featuring mascot CFL Charlie. The program is designed to teach children in fourth grade about energy, electrical safety, energy savings and renewable energy.

The electric cooperative's marketing and public relations staff has worked diligently this year to meet with teachers and administrators on the unique features of this great program.

Since January 2011, more than 63 kits have been distributed to Hancock and Pearl River County elementary schools, which will provide resources for about 1,900 students. Harrison County elementary schools will receive kits in 2013.

"These children are future members of Coast Electric and we need to educate them on the importance of energy-saving practices in our homes, schools and communities," said President and CEO Robert Occhi. "One of our seven cooperative principles is concern for community and our children are an important part of this."

For more information about the "Super Energy Savers" Program, visit www.touchstoneenergykids.com or contact our Marketing and Public Relations Department at 228.363.7222.

Coast Electric Director of Residential Energy Management Mark Wallace and Residential Energy Management Representative Clay Sweet distribute kits to West Side Elementary fourth grade teachers Catherine Funk, Kerri Robichaux and Jessica Clark.