Carolina Stories

From Lineman to Movie Producer

Power-up, Outlet Free

Need a charge away from home? You have options.

Smartphone Energy Apps

Can they really save you money?

Phone Home

Smartphones can control a growing number of gadgets

Remodeling the Heart of Your Home

Tips for an efficient kitchen remodel

Empty House Savings

12 Days of Efficiency

Saving energy this holiday season

Electric Co-op Innovation

Hurricane Matthew Brings Out the Best in Co-ops and Their Members

Book Review—An Electrifying Story

“The Last Days of Night”

Small Businesses Get Support in Wake of Matthew

Through the Eyes of a Kenan Fellow

Program offers a variety of summer work experiences for educators

Saving When Gaming

The Sneaky Cousins of ‘Energy Vampires’

How Power is Restored After a Storm

Steps to getting co-op members back online

New Technology Means Big Opportunities

by Joe Brannan

Geothermal Heat Pumps

An energy-efficient system with long-term payoffs

Staying Clean with Less Hot Water

Improving Energy Efficiency with ‘Mini-Splits’

Going ductless in a manufactured home

Where Our Power Comes From

A Career of Innovative Service

CEO Randy Brecheisen retires this month after 33 years with Piedmont Electric.

The Grid Will Connect Us to Our Energy Future

Linemen Show Their Skills

Instant Water Heaters