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Viewpoints

Points of view from our readers and co-op leaders

We’re All Family Here

Families planted electric co-ops in the communities they serve today

Called to Service on the NC Youth Tour

Blue Ridge Energy Member Represents NC on Youth Leadership Council

Bright Ideas Grants Foster Success for Students and Teachers

Grant program helps fund a variety of hands-on projects

NC Co-op Assets Pass the Test During Winter Storm

NC electric cooperatives utilized all components of the grid during an extreme weather event

Reliability is Key to a Successful Energy Transition

North Carolina’s electric cooperatives focus on reliability as energy transitions evolve

Strength In Numbers

October is Co-op Month: As a member, you have the power

Safeguarding Reliable Power

Transitioning to reliable, affordable and sustainable energy will take national coordination

Building Community on the Trail

Community volunteers help care for NC trails

Purposeful Work Through a Cooperative Career

Join electric co-op employees in empowering rural communities

Why Membership Matters

National Co-op Month celebrates electric co-ops and their members

Lineworkers Receive Prayers and Support from Home

A Pitt & Greene EMC lineworker’s spouse reflects on storm season

Preparing for the Future With 4-H

NC 4-H provides opportunities for youth to grow and gain new insights on rural life

Managing Growth in Sustainable Ways

NC’s electric cooperatives are supporting economic growth in the state

Preparing Students for Life After High School

Kenan Fellow Mindy Thornlow is helping students transition into adulthood

Advancing Burn Care in North Carolina and Beyond

North Carolina’s electric co-ops work with Jaycee Burn Center to advance care to burn patients