In addition to the energy and capacity provided through nuclear and hydroelectric resources, Allegheny Electric Cooperative, Inc. (Allegheny) purchases power on the open market to meet the needs of its member cooperatives.
In keeping with its all-of-the-above approach to power supply management, Allegheny maintains enabling agreements and relationships with more than 20 key power trading firms, providing the flexibility to react quickly to changing market conditions. Through a competitive bidding process, Allegheny locks in the lowest prices possible for its member cooperatives’ future energy needs. In 2025, Allegheny purchased approximately 1.44 million MWh of energy, accounting for 40% of the total energy required to serve its members. Allegheny achieves beneficial diversification within its portfolio by purchasing various energy products at differing times, at varying quantities and with multiple counterparties.