Estimating Your Monthly Time of Day Demand Charge (Rates 2, 5, & 18 starting 01/01/26)
The monthly demand charge is based on the account’s single highest demand interval recorded on a weekday between 5–9 PM. That one peak in the month—the highest of all days—is used to calculate the account’s monthly TODD charge (demand in kW multiplied by $5.00).
Select any of the items below to estimate the demand from the appliances/equipment that are being run simultaneously.
* Demand calculations are only approximate values for each appliance listed above. There are variations based on model types and energy efficiency models.
** Electrical use as part of the load Management programs (Rate 3) is not factored into the TODD charges. Only the demand from the primary meter is assigned a monthly TODD charge. Don’t select items that are billed on Rate 3 – the load management rate.
Demand (kW) is the amount of power needed to supply everything running off of electricity in your home at a specific point in time. That means all the appliances and equipment that are running simultaneously at any time. Your peak demand is the highest level of electricity used, measured in kilowatts (kW), during the month.
2026 Time of Day Demand Rate (TODD)
When You Use Power Matters
The Time of Day Demand (TODD) charge applies to Rates 2, 5, and 18. The charge is based on the highest level of electricity used (your demand) for the month, measured in kilowatts (kW), during On Peak Hours of 5 PM to 9 PM, Monday through Friday (excluding holidays). The Time of Day Demand (TODD) charge is based on the highest level of electricity used (your demand), measured in kilowatts (kW), during On Peak Hours of 5 PM to 9 PM, Monday through Friday. That one peak in the month — the highest of all days — is used to calculate the account’s monthly TODD charge.
Excluded Holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
Members can lower their demand by shifting energy use away from the on-peak period. Small changes like doing your laundry on the weekends or running your dishwasher after 9 PM will lower your On Peak demand.
Click here to learn more about the new Time of Day Demand charge.
Strategies for Lowering Your Demand Charge
Here are a few easy strategies to reduce your demand and save money:
Number one:
Shift when you do your laundry. Weekends are best, but if you use your washer or dryer on weekdays, then run them before 5 PM or after 9 PM. Running your dishwasher during Off Peak times can also help.
This strategy applies to other electricity uses, as members can lower their demand charge by not running numerous appliances during On Peak times. Shift as much as you can to Off Peak times to save!
Number two:
Take advantage of our load management programs, such as our storage water heating program, to shift electrical use to Off Peak times. Many of these programs even offer rebates and lower electrical rates.
Number three:
Program your thermostat to pre-heat or pre-cool your home before peak hours. You’ll stay comfortable while your heating or cooling system uses less electricity. Installing or utilizing built-in timers on appliances is another great option.
These are just a few simple strategies to shift power away from the On Peak hours and save on your power bill. We’re here to help you find the solutions that work best for your needs and budget.
If you have questions, give us a call at 320-864-3148.
