CO-OP ENERGY
Beep, Beep!
Low-speed electric vehicles are an alternative to full-size models October 2024 story courtesy of Brandpoint Spend a few days in a waterfront town, vacation destination or a golf community, and you’ll likely see a surge of low-speed electric vehicles on neighborhood...
Set It and Forget It
Putting your home in vacay mode June 2024 by Miranda Boutelle, Contributing Columnist Q: How can I lower my electric bill when I’m gone on vacation? A: While you are off enjoying a new adventure or time away, give your home’s equipment a vacation too. As a rule, you...
Why Solar is Not Free
Costs are associated with capturing the sun May 2024 by Miranda Boutelle, Contributing Columnist Q: I often hear claims you’ll never pay an electric bill again if you go solar. Is that true? A: The ability to generate renewable energy at home is an amazing thing, and...
Not Your Grandmother’s Kitchen
Whether you’re a master chef or a culinary novice, smart appliances add convenience to any kitchen. Smart kitchen appliances can guide you step-by-step or even guide the cooking themselves.
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.
Insulation Made Easy
When installed together, air sealing and insulation can save you money and make a big difference in comfort and energy use.
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.
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...
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.