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Home Tech on a Budget

Home Tech on a Budget

When upgrading to smart technology at home, consider the purchase cost and long-term savings. For example, you may pay a little more for a product with the latest technology, but it could result in significant yearly savings over the appliance’s lifetime. Here are some smart devices that will take the work out of saving energy.

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Preventing Gridlock 

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...

Plugging Into Knowledge

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...

Getting To The Core Of Things

Getting To The Core Of Things

We’re all more energy efficient than you might think. And you may also be surprised to learn that we can do even better with a little innovative thinking, and by controlling hidden power users.

A More Efficient Kitchen

A More Efficient Kitchen

When it comes to reducing energy use and lowering bills, a little awareness can go a long way. While most people are familiar with the home’s biggest energy consumers — thermostats, water heaters, etc. — fewer may understand the impact the kitchen can have.

HVAC Reminders

HVAC Reminders

As the weather gets warmer, many of us start planning for a cool summer getaway. But, regardless of the temperature outside, the heating, ventilation and air-conditioning system in your home rarely gets a break.

Making It Count

Making It Count

Electric cooperatives are proud to serve small businesses that are essential to our local communities

UVA Health To Expand Care

UVA Health To Expand Care

Program serves Buckingham, Culpeper, Greene, Louisa, Madison, Nelson and Orange counties May 2023 Ambulances will be outfitted with UVA Health’s iTREAT mobile telemedicine system. UVAHealth, community healthcare organizations and EMS agencies in seven Virginia...