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On The House

More Cooking, More Convenience (and Savings)

Finding efficiencies in the kitchen

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What Type of U.S. Power Plants are the Most Productive?

The answer for 2019 may surprise you

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Make Your Home Airtight To Lock in the Savings

Keep cold air out to conserve energy

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Co-op Lineworkers Through the Ages

The evolution of gear from the early days of electrification

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NC Solar+ Schools Grow in 2020

Grant program helps fund solar on K–12 campuses

Energy Sense

Make Your Basement More Energy Efficient

Tips for upgrading your downstairs space

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How Many Electronics Are in Your House?

Small appliances, devices and other products make up a large chunk of household energy use

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Brighter World Initiative Volunteers Receive National Honors

President’s Volunteer Service Award recognizes commitment to service

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Local Co-op Microgrids Recognized as Industry Leaders

Projects in Brunswick and Harnett counties are awarded for innovation

On The House

Get a Jump on Cold Weather

Plan now to save money when temperatures drop

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Dryer Lint Could Be Costing You Money

2 easy tips to keep your dryer running smoothly (and affordably!)

Energy Sense

Managing Home Energy Use During the Pandemic

How to save during a summer of social distancing

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U.S. Renewable Energy Tops Coal in 2019

The data bucks a long-running trend (since 1885)

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Storm Watch

How to prepare your family and property for severe weather

Carolina Living

Making a Disaster Supply Kit

Recommendations from the American Red Cross and the CDC

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Reduce Energy Use with Smart Power Strips

Get “smart” about standby mode on your big appliances

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On The House

Keeping Track of Energy Use at Home

Use data to wrangle unwanted loads

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Homebound Savings

Keep an eye on your energy use from the comfort of your couch

Energy

Narrow the Temperature Gap for Savings

Keep a minimal difference between outside and in

Viewpoints

A Bright Future for Co-op Members

Electric cooperatives are defining their own future with efficiency and sustainability goals

On The House

House Hunting for Energy Efficiency

What to look for during a home search

Between The Lines

Your Friendly, Neighborhood Microgrid

Advanced grid tech is cropping up on co-op lines across the state

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Long-term Plans Focus on Value for Co-op Members

Sustainability and efficiency goals underscore cooperative difference

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Make Yours a Smart Energy Home

Use these devices for more home automation and energy efficiency