CO-OP ENERGY
Plugging Into Knowledge
A guide to electric vehicle ownership August 2024 by Jennah Denney, Contributing Columnist The automotive industry is undergoing a transformative shift as some consumers are making the switch to electric vehicles. At first glance, electric vehicles offer numerous...
Planting Seeds of Safety
Protect new trees by putting them in safe places March 2024 by Scott Flood, Contributing Columnist “Why can’t they just leave my trees alone?” If you’ve ever wondered that as you’ve watched a tree-trimming crew change the look of your favorite tree, you’ll find the...
Battling the Elements
If you’ve thought storm events seem to be more frequent and more intense these days, you’re not wrong.
Cooperative Cybersecurity
As cybersecurity threats continue to grow at home and in the workplace, it’s important to know what we can do, how we can work with others, and measures we can take to reduce our risk of cyber threats.
Insulation Made Easy
When installed together, air sealing and insulation can save you money and make a big difference in comfort and energy use.
High Tech To High Touch
Innovation isn’t happening just in computer labs or on satellites rocketing into space. Electric co-ops lead the highly technical electric utility industry in areas such as renewable energy and installation of smart meters.
Easy Ways to Help a Neighbor Save Energy
On National Good Neighbor Day, which is Sept. 28, or any day this month, join in the cooperative spirit and help your neighbors, friends and family save at home with these do-it-yourself, energy-saving tips.
What’s up with Electric Vehicles?
Plugging in can make sense at a time of high gas prices SEPTEMBER 2022 by Susan Gilbert, Contributing Columnist Alarming prices at the gas pump are causing more people to consider moving to all-electric vehicles. Electric companies are on board with increased use of...
Driving Toward The Future
According to the U.S. Department of Energy, electric vehicle sales doubled from 2020 to 2021, reaching a record high of 608,000. By contrast, sales of internal combustion engine vehicles grew by only 3% in the same year.