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Up Front

Life Since the Lights Came On

An Update from Bolivia

Energy

Warm, toasty AND efficient

A fireside tip for keeping your home energy efficient

Your Power

Planning for an EV Future

How will electric vehicles affect the grid over the long term?

Your Power

NC Farmers: Take Advantage of Discounted Energy Audits

New program aims to reduce farm energy costs

Your Power

RURAL Act Signed into Law

NC congressional delegates stand together to strengthen rural communities

Energy Sense

Seven Steps to Energy Efficiency in Your Home

Make a plan to get the most out of a home upgrade

On The House

Should I Vent My Range Hood?

Venting a range hood can cause a small but necessary energy loss

Your Power

Electric Vehicles and the Grid

What will power all those new cars?

Your Power

Kenan Fellow Gets Real World Lessons for the Classroom

Watch Pamela Johnson’s experience with Union Power Cooperative

On The House

Convenience & Energy Savings with Smart Speakers

Smart home applications make for the gift that keeps on giving

Energy

Let the Sunshine In!

Take advantage of daylight to warm your home in winter

Energy Sense

Bright Ideas for Smart Home Lighting

Features are impressive but can be pricey

Your Power

6 Holiday Fire Safety Tips

Whether trimming a tree or lighting candles, stay fire safe this holiday season!

Your Power

Blue Ridge Energy, Roanoke Electric Receive Community Solar Grants

Co-ops among only three state utilities selected for the NCWAP grants

Your Power

Drone Solves Albemarle EMC Outage Mystery

The culprit went unseen by ground crews

Up Front

A Thoughtful Approach to Keeping Lines Clear

Right-of-way management is incredibly valuable for reliability and cost savings at your electric co-op

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Energy

Light Loads for Faster Drying Times

Sorting your laundry can mean savings on your energy bill

On The House

The Hidden Cost of Little Luxuries

Energy savings can add up

Energy

Deck the Halls with Savings!

Light up your home with LED decorations to save energy and money

Energy Sense

The Low-Down on Heat Pumps

Energy efficient options for a range of applications

Energy

Seasons are changing — time for a tune up!

A well-maintained heating system can reduce your energy bill

Energy

Members touched by volunteer venture to Bolivia

Village now has power for the first time