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How Do They Do That: Electric Vehicles
How do electric vehicles provide clean, high-performance driving? Peek under the hood and find out!
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May 4, 20231 min read
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Ask an Expert: Time-of-Day Savings
What are some simple ways to shift energy use to off-peak hours?
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May 4, 20231 min read
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Electric Co-ops Will Never Gamble on the Reliability, Affordability of Your Power
Communities rely on electricity to power critical services and the local economy, and we don't take that responsibility lightly.
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Apr 26, 20232 min read
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National Electrical Safety Month
Get safety tips for the workplace DIY projects, EVs and charging and your home’s electrical system.
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Apr 17, 20231 min read
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Save Money on a Heat Pump Installation
Federal tax credits and incentives from your electric co-op make heat pump installation more economical than ever before.
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Mar 16, 20231 min read
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Ask an Expert: LEDs in Enclosed Fixtures
Can you use LED bulbs in enclosed light fixtures?
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Mar 16, 20231 min read
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6 Reasons to LOVE Your Co-op
Serving our members is a labor of love.
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Jan 10, 20232 min read
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The Right Connection: Generator Safety Tips
Portable generators can provide back-up power in case of outages. Follow these tips to operate it safely.
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Jan 10, 20232 min read
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12 Holiday Safety Tips
To keep your holiday season merry instead of disastrous, follow these electrical safety precautions.
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Nov 19, 20222 min read
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Holiday Cooking: Simple Ways to Save
Enjoy a happy holiday season and lower energy bills with these simple cost-saving cooking tips.
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Nov 19, 20221 min read
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Thanksgiving Day = “Fire-Danger Day”
Keep safe from fires on Thanksgiving Day by following these safety suggestions.
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Oct 17, 20222 min read
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Test Your GFCI Outlets
This essential outlet feature needs to be checked once a month.
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Oct 17, 20221 min read
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Don’t Electrify Your Hunting Experience
Along with traditional hunter safety rules, follow these electrical safety tips for safer hunting this fall.
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Sep 30, 20221 min read
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"Fall" for Slow Cookers Again this Autumn
Fall is a time for comfort foods. And what could provide more comfort than dinner slowly simmering in a trusty slow cooker?
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Sep 29, 20222 min read
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Harvest Safety
Harvesting crops poses especially high risk for farmers. Follow these suggestions for taking care of yourself and others working with you.
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Aug 31, 20223 min read
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Disposing of Old Electronics
Electronics such as computers, tablets, phones and gaming systems don’t last forever. Learn what to do with your worn-out components.
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Aug 23, 20222 min read
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School Bus Safety
With the beginning of the school year, safely transporting students to and from school is critical.
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Aug 20, 20223 min read
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College Housing Essential: Safety
Students heading to college can stay safe when following these electrical safety tips.
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Jul 30, 20222 min read
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Complaints Over Solar Rise
Before signing up for solar panels, take these things into consideration.
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Jul 19, 20225 min read
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The Benefits of Air-Source Heat Pumps
With the rising cost of propane and fuel oil, installing an air-source heat pump may help control energy costs.
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May 17, 20224 min read
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