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Cape Hatteras EC, Tideland EMC Move Quickly During Crisis

Co-ops worked around the clock to restore service to the Outer Banks

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Causes of Outages and Blinks

Weather, animals can cause power loss

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Scrapbook: Youth Tour 2017

Photos and video from the 2017 Electric Cooperative Youth Tour

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Top 10 Reasons to Consider a Co-op Career

Wherever you are, odds are there’s an electric co-op nearby

On The House

Invest in the Sun for Water Heating

Solar water heating may be a long-term investment worth considering

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Electric Co-op Leaders Meet with Gov. Roy Cooper

Discussions cover energy innovation and rural economic development

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Innovation at the Edge of the Grid

Electric co-ops deploying new technologies to enable members

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Energy Efficiency Considerations for Homebuyers

Know the questions to ask about energy features

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A Vital Tool for Supporting Our Communities

by Steve Hamlin

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Are You Ready for Hurricane Season?

NOAA predicts an above-normal Atlantic storm season

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Believe it: The French are Using Cheese to Generate Power

A French power plant uses a cheese byproduct to generate electricity

On The House

Shop Smart for a New Water Heater

Weighing options up front can pay off over time

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NC’s Greer Inducted into Lineman’s Hall of Fame

Retired co-op employee dedicated his career to safety

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Find Charging Options for Your Electric Vehicle

NC offers several public charging options for EVs

Energytech

A ‘Cool’ Thermal Storage Technology

Ice-chilling your building

Energy Sense

Affordable Strategies for Drafty Windows

An important contributor to efficiency and comfort

Energy

Staying Cool with Extra Space

Finding the right type of A/C unit for your project

Between The Lines

A First for the State

Ocracoke Island’s microgrid uses local resources to improve reliability

Energy

A Full House of Energy Savings

Energy Tips for Around Your Home

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