Carolina Stories

A Vital Tool for Supporting Our Communities

by Steve Hamlin

Are You Ready for Hurricane Season?

NOAA predicts an above-normal Atlantic storm season

Avoid Overtaxing Your A/C

Believe it: The French are Using Cheese to Generate Power

A French power plant uses a cheese byproduct to generate electricity

Shop Smart for a New Water Heater

Weighing options up front can pay off over time

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

Retired co-op employee dedicated his career to safety

Find Charging Options for Your Electric Vehicle

NC offers several public charging options for EVs

Cleaning Dryer Vents

A ‘Cool’ Thermal Storage Technology

Ice-chilling your building

Affordable Strategies for Drafty Windows

An important contributor to efficiency and comfort

Staying Cool with Extra Space

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

A First for the State

Ocracoke Island’s microgrid uses local resources to improve reliability

A Full House of Energy Savings

Energy Tips for Around Your Home

Cool Caulking

Coming to a Street Near You

As technology matures, LEDs are being used in more public areas

Windows to the World

Where to start when replacing your windows

Youth Education Scholarships

Awarded at N.C. Electric Cooperatives’ Annual Meeting

Home Improvement: Part 2

Indoor Weekend Warriors

Safety Culture and Day-to-Day Safety Practices

By Mitchell Keel

Keeping Up with the Jetsons

Off-the-shelf technology has made futuristic smart homes a reality

Sacrifice and Selflessness on the Line

By Farris Leonard

All aboard the electric bus

Bus fleets are prime for electrification

Celebrating Electric Cooperatives

Attendees of NRECA’s 75th annual meeting honored the past while strategizing for the future

Dishwasher Efficiency