Which Heat Pump Option is Right for My Home?
Learn the difference between ducted, mini-split and geothermal heat pumps
Carolina Stories
The people, places and history that make our state great
Energy Sense
Your Power
The Cooperative Difference at Work
Democratic participation ensures a brighter future for electric co-ops and their members
Your Power
NC Solar+ Schools Served by Co-ops Grow in 2021
Program helps fund solar on K–12 campuses
Your Power
Renewable Energy Grows to Second-Largest Source of U.S. Power
Only natural gas produced more electricity in 2020
Carolina Adventures
EV Adventure: Plugging In to the Piedmont
Travel with ease thanks to NC electric co-ops’ vehicle charging network
Your Power
Halifax EMC Solar + Storage Project Marks NC Milestone
Array is the first of its kind to be deployed by North Carolina’s electric cooperatives
Your Power
A Brighter Future Through Grid Management
A new service helps manage a 500-MW resource distributed across the state
Your Power
Students Meet Virtually for 2021 Youth Tour
Sessions include meetings with NC Congressional delegates
Up Front
Educating a Brighter Future
The Bright Ideas Education Grant Program advances excellence in education
Energy Sense
When to DIY and when to hire a pro
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Carolina Adventures
EV Adventure: Charging Up Along the Coast
Travel confidently with NC electric co-ops’ vehicle charging network
Your Power
White Rock Farms Receives Funds to Improve Efficiency, Reduce Emissions
Pee Dee Electric partners to bring new tech to livestock farm
Up Front
Understanding and Preparing for Cyber Threats
Keeping the grid secure is a top, ongoing priority for electric co-ops
On The House
The Perks of Battery-Powered Boating
Electric outboard motors are growing in popularity
Up Front
Getting You From Point A to Point B
Drive confidently with North Carolina electric cooperatives’ EV charging network
Your Power
Nimble and Reliable: Natural Gas Generation
Natural gas generation plays a role in a brighter future for electric co-op members