CO-OP ENERGY
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...
An Intelligent Approach
Potential future uses of AI in the co-op world July 2024 by Scott Flood, Contributing Columnist Unless you’ve just awakened from an incredibly long nap, you've probably been hearing plenty about artificial intelligence. Much of what you’ve heard is likely either...
Dialing It Down
Signs your HVAC system might be in trouble July 2024 by Miranda Boutelle, Contributing Columnist Q: How do I know if my HVAC system is malfunctioning? A: There are a few warning signs to watch out for if your heating and cooling system needs to be repaired or...
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.
Battery Storage or Generator?
Power outages can be more than a minor nuisance. Extreme weather can knock out the electric grid for days to weeks at a time.
Planning A Remodel? Timing Is Everything
Remodeling is a great opportunity to take care of energy-efficiency improvements by adding them to your scope of work.
Learn A Lot By Watching A Line Crew
You can learn a lot about power outages and restoration by watching a utility crew at work from a safe distance. The first thing you’ll notice is the deliberate, careful pace. Team members deploy signs to alert motorists. They mark the work area with orange cones.