CO-OP ENERGY
Spring Into Action
Prep now for summer savings April 2025 by Miranda Boutelle, Contributing Columnist Q: How can I prepare my home for lower energy bills this summer? A: Spring is in the air, and before you know it, summer will be here. There are many ways to prevent high summer bills...
Steering Toward the Future
Preparing the grid for electric vehicles September 2024 by Jennah Denney, Contributing Columnist Electric vehicles are more than just a trend; many see them as a shift toward a new transportation and energy use era. According to the U.S. Energy Information...
Preventing Gridlock
The difference between baseload and intermittent power August 2024 by Scott Flood, Contributing Columnist It’s one of those incredibly hot days when even the air becomes unbearable. You crank up the air conditioner on the way home from work, and the first thing you...
Cheap May Not Be Cheap
The pressure of inflation these days is making us all wonder whether we should just buy things that are good enough, rather than looking for higher quality.
Stay Ahead of Scammers
The Better Business Bureau says it receives about 1,000 complaints of utility scams each year. Let’s look at a few common scenarios of utility scams:
How to Set Your Thermostat
Heating and cooling account for about half the energy used in a typical home, so it’s a great place to use less energy. When used wisely, your thermostat can help reduce wasted energy.
Electrifying Tractors
It’s no surprise that sensitivity to fuel costs and a growing desire for energy independence are driving innovation in electric vehicles. Similarly, these factors are creating increased interest in electric farming equipment.
Preventing Costly Copper Theft
Strange things start happening when the world price of copper skyrockets to record levels like it did this year.
Is It Time For A Smart Thermostat?
Thermostats control the cooling and heating systems in the home. In the winter, they turn on the heat when the inside temperature near the thermostat drops below the setpoint, and turn it off when they sense the temperature has risen above it.