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Taking Charge

Taking Charge

Plugging in off-peak benefits everyone August 2025 by Chris Lee, Contributing Columnist As electric vehicles continue to grow in popularity, it’s increasingly important for owners to understand the impact of charging during peak demand hours and how to effectively...

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Making the Most of Energy

Making the Most of Energy

Electrification trends benefit consumers April 2025 by Jennah Denney, Contributing Columnist Electric cooperatives have a rich history of enhancing the quality of life for their members. Since the early 20th century, these cooperatives have provided electricity, or...

It’s March: Time to Go Green

It’s March: Time to Go Green

How to use landscaping to save energy March 2025 by Miranda Boutelle, Contributing Columnist Q: How can landscaping help lower my energy bill? A: There’s a lot going on in the space around our homes. Competing factors of aesthetics, safety, energy efficiency, water...

A Cryptic Currency

A Cryptic Currency

Cryptocurrency has been around less than 15 years, but if you’re not familiar with Bitcoin and other forms of digital currency, what you’re about to read will likely sound strange, but I think you’ll still find it interesting.

Teach Your Children Well

Teach Your Children Well

Educating kids on energy use and costs can help engage them in your family’s goal to use less electricity. They can be electric conservation champions if you ask them to help. Here are some ways you can teach kids to use less electricity.

Providing Your Own Power During an Outage

Providing Your Own Power During an Outage

With the increased intensity of storms and our reliance on electronic devices, power outages can be a bigger concern these days. Technology now gives you many choices for how to react, whether you want to make sure you’re never without power, or you’re willing to just light a candle and wait for the lights to come back on.

Summer Heat Can Be Exhausting!

Summer Heat Can Be Exhausting!

When it’s hot, and your family is hanging out more at home, energy costs may spike if you’re not careful. Make it a family affair by getting the kids involved to help conserve energy.

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