Community

Investing in the community

At LES, our commitment to community goes well beyond providing a safe, reliable and affordable supply of electricity. 

LES staff interacting at event
Community engagement

Giving back is deep into the culture at LES. We have numerous ways we give back, including educational outreach programs, developing energy-efficiency incentives, hosting events and so much more.
Clasroom demonstration
Classroom programs

We make it a priority to keep students educated about electricity. We offer several high-quality programs for schools in our service area. LES subject matter experts will take students through fun and informative presentations.
Kid next to LES ENERGIZERS
Kids Outlet

Our Kids Outlet has everything kids need to know about electricity, including fun videos, electricity games and more.
LES' 2021 payment in lieu of taxes
$
12600000


The payment in lieu of taxes, required by the city charter, represents 5 percent of the previous calendar year’s retail electric revenue from the cities LES serves. Lincoln Public Schools and local governments receive the payment from LES based on their proportionate share of property tax rates.
 

LES in the community
LES volunteers
Junior Achievement bowlers
Kids at LES event
LES employee at event
LES employee at food donation
Person with VR headset
LES employees presenting to public
LES employee talking to child
People at Sustainable Living Festival
Sustainable Living Festival Entrance
Employee
Local people serving local people

I love how my position is instrumental in hitting the portion of LES' goals of providing low-cost services. Without the work of our department maximizing the benefit of our market position in the Southwest Power Pool, this would not be as attainable.

Becky, Energy Marketing
20 years with LES
Employee
Local people serving local people

I enjoy the opportunity to make contacts with customers every day and help them with their customer service needs like breaking down their bill for them or helping set up their online account.

Jerry, Customer Care
6 years with LES
Local people serving local people

Internet-connected thermostats provide convenience and comfort while helping customers save energy. By enrolling in LES Peak Rewards, customers can help the community delay the need for another generating resource and that benefits everyone.

Marc Shkolnick
LES manager of Energy Services
Local people serving local people

I love that LES put this program together. It's so important to save energy and help the environment. And a little incentive back doesn't hurt at all. Thanks!

LES Peak Rewards customer
2020
Local people serving local people

Thanks so much to the people on the poles in the dark, late at night, and in terrible wind, too. I so appreciate their commitment to the people in Lincoln — and I really appreciate my electricity tonight.

Residential customer
Lincoln
Local people serving local people

Thank you for restoring power to our home and neighborhood last evening! We are very grateful for your quick response and the professionalism of your representatives in resolving the problem. When power is automatically at your disposal, we take it for granted. But when without, it definitely sheds a “light” on how blessed we really are.

Residential customer
Lincoln
Local people serving local people

A streetlight was installed almost at the end of my driveway and I love it. It lights up my front driveway, garage and house doors, car and all. I really sleep well now feeling secure from this light. I don’t know who was in charge to get this project done, but they did a great job. God bless.

Residential customer
Lincoln
Employee
Local people serving local people

I appreciate working for a company where I’ve felt that I can share my thoughts and ideas. This ability to share ideas has led to multiple unique opportunities that have aided in my professional development.

Nathan, Financial Planning & Analysis
7 years with LES
Employee
Local people serving local people

It is satisfying to share an analysis of a business customer's load and visually show how even small operational changes would affect their bill. I really like to be able to paint a picture and tell a story with data. When the facts and numbers are combined and there’s an “aha” from someone, it’s a success.
 

Angie, Energy Services
19 years with LES
Employee
Local people serving local people

I was attracted to LES because it's a local business with good family values and an amazing group of people to work with. I enjoy being part of the Help Desk team that offers solutions that make my co-workers’ workday easier with the technology we have to offer.

Denise, Technology Client Services
3.5 years with LES
Employee
Local people serving local people

Working at LES for the last nine years has given me opportunities to grow and develop both professionally and personally. Every day I am surrounded by a great group of colleagues committed to teamwork, success and going home safe every day.

Andrew, Transmission & Distribution Construction
9 years with LES