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Supporting Reliability

Supporting Reliability

As the electric grid evolves — with changing generation resources, new technologies and growing demand — maintaining reliable service requires careful planning and participation from everyone.

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Cool Savings

Cool Savings

Let’s explore some tips to keep your refrigerator running efficiently.

Keeping Your House Energy Efficient

Keeping Your House Energy Efficient

Savings tips for older homes July 2025 by Miranda Boutelle, Contributing Columnist Q: How do I improve the efficiency of my older home while keeping its charm? A: I love old homes. The details and craftsmanship have always drawn me to them. The features of older homes...

Building it Better

Building it Better

Optimizing the efficiency of a new home requires a whole-house approach.

Tips to Beat the Energy Peak

Tips to Beat the Energy Peak

When your electric cooperative talks about “beating the peak,” it is a call to action for energy consumers to reduce their electricity use during periods of highest demand.

Spring Into Action

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...

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...

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