Join us for Dine and Drive in Great Bend on Monday, Sept. 30!
Wheatland Electric Cooperative, Inc. (WEC) is participating in this year’s NATIONAL DRIVE ELECTRIC WEEK with an electric vehicle (EV) Dine and Drive event in Great Bend!
Join us from 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m. CDT on Sept. 30, 2024, at our office (200 10th Street), to enjoy a delicious lunch, discover the power of driving electric and explore benefits of renewable energy at our Great Bend Green Space.
National Drive Electric Week (Sept. 27-Oct. 6) is a nationwide initiative designed to promote electric vehicle adoption and raise awareness about their environmental benefits. This year, WEC is proud to be part of this initiative, offering an engaging and educational experience for its members and the chance to experience the future of driving.
“We’re excited to be part of National Drive Electric Week and offer our members an opportunity to experience the future of transportation,” said Alli Conine, director of member services and corporate communications at WEC. “We are committed to helping our members make informed choices about clean energy and to find the best solutions for their families.”
WEC invites all members to join them for this engaging and informative event. Whether you are an EV enthusiast or simply curious about electric vehicles or renewable energy, this event is the perfect opportunity to learn more, get behind the wheel, and feel the power of driving electric!
Join us to:
TEST DRIVE AN EV: Members will have the opportunity to experience driving WEC’s all-electric Hyundai Kona and Ford F-150 Lightning.
Experience firsthand the power and efficiency of these electric vehicles, whether you want to try out a high-performance pickup with exceptional torque and acceleration or a smaller energy efficient vehicle perfect for commutes or just driving around town.
This is your opportunity to ask questions and experience the power of driving electric without any sales pressure.
EXPLORE OUR RENEWABLE ENERGY PARK: Join WEC in their Green Space, which features both solar and wind generation systems along with a rainwater harvesting system.
Learn about renewable energy and EV charging options. WEC staff will also be on hand to answer your questions about our policies and requirements for installing solar panels at your home or business and about their residential community solar program, which gives both residential renters and homeowners the opportunity to reap the benefits of clean energy without the huge financial investment.
HAVE LUNCH: The grill will be hot and loaded with delicious burgers and brats! Allow WEC to fill your belly while learning how renewable energy can fit into your lifestyle.
Renewable energy and electric vehicles are more accessible than ever before in our rural community.
WIN A DOOR PRIZE: Enter for a chance to win a fabulous door prize. You do not need to be present to win but you do need to stop by to enter!
