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Maintaining Grid Resiliency

Maintaining Grid Resiliency

A variety of factors like extreme weather and increased use of renewable energy are affecting the electric utility industry so much that there’s even a new way to talk about it: resilience.

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Not Your Grandmother’s Kitchen

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.

The Ins and Outs of Going Solar

The Ins and Outs of Going Solar

Solar systems are sized, based on a home’s energy needs. The larger the system, the higher the cost. Before installing solar, make sure your home is as energy-efficient as possible. That means it will use less energy and allow you to install a smaller and less-expensive solar system.

Fish on the Barbie

Fish on the Barbie

We all know the benefits of cooking outdoors in the summer. It makes a fun social event, plus food cooked over an open fire is tasty and keeps heat out of the kitchen. This year, skip the steaks, burgers or chicken and try tackling fish. Few people consider doing fish because it seems so intimidating. Won’t the fish fall apart and end up on the coals? Not necessarily.

Being Wary On Rooftop Solar

Being Wary On Rooftop Solar

Severe weather and natural disasters often result in extended power outages, leaving residents and businesses without electricity. In areas where these events occur regularly, the thought of installing solar panels may seem like an uncertain solution.

Give Your Clothes a Break

Give Your Clothes a Break

Did you know you can safely and effectively wash clothes in cold water? Yes, and doing so will keep them from shrinking and can extend their life. Many people grew up thinking you had to wash clothes in hot water to kill germs. Not anymore.

10 Ideas for Summer Energy Savings

10 Ideas for Summer Energy Savings

Trim your monthly bill with these timely tips MAY 2022 by Miranda Boutelle, Contributing Columnist Q: What steps can I take this summer to keep my home cool while saving on my energy bills? A: A hot home and high energy bills can take away from summer fun. Here are 10...