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Back to School Safety: Tips for Driving and Walking in School Zones
It's important to be cautious while driving in school zones as large numbers of students are making their way to and from school.
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Jul 13, 20231 min read
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Ask an Expert: Household Electricity Use
How much electricity does the average household use in a year? And are there ways to decrease electricity use?
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Jul 11, 20232 min read
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Enjoy a Safe Fourth of July
There are many Independence Day traditions but perhaps the most popular is fireworks.
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Jun 6, 20232 min read
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Ask an Expert: Grill it Safe This Summer
Stay safe this summer with grilling safety tips from the U.S. Fire Administration.
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Jun 2, 20231 min read
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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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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 16, 20231 min read
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Ask an Expert: Cooling with Fans
Do ceiling fans cool the room itself or the occupants? Ask the expert!
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Apr 4, 20231 min read
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Landscaping for Energy Efficiency
A well-designed landscape will add beauty to your home and can help save on heating and cooling costs.
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Mar 22, 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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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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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 29, 20221 min read
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Beware of "Save Big" Claims on Energy Bills
Beware of energy saving schemes that sound too-good-to-be-true.
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Jun 15, 20222 min read
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Air Conditioner and Fan Safety
Summer is "coming in hot!" Learn more about air conditioner and fan safety in July's Smart Choices article.
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Jun 13, 20223 min read
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Celebrate July 4 Safely!
Independence Day = fireworks displays. Stay safe with these safety tips!
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Jun 11, 20222 min read
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Stay Safe During a Tornado Season
Tornadoes are dangerous and unpredictable. Do all you can to stay safe before, during, and after storms develop.
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Mar 18, 20223 min read
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Rechargeable Batteries: Are They Worth It?
There are pros and cons to ditching disposables and switching to rechargeable batteries. Read on for details on what to consider.
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Mar 16, 20223 min read
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Is Your Home Well-Sealed?
Find out how to conduct a DIY energy audit to learn where you need to tighten up your home’s envelope.
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Feb 22, 20224 min read
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Ice on Power Lines is a Weighty Subject
When it comes to getting electricity across power lines and into homes, ice can be a force to be reckoned with.
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Feb 22, 20221 min read
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