Carolina Stories

The lights were out in Ellerbe and Derby

Working the January 1968 ice storm in the Sandhills

The regional grid is ready for winter

Carbon emissions progress in the electric utility industry

Co-ops keep poles in good condition

Natural gas is outpacing coal as the leading electricity fuel

When duct cleaning makes sense

Worth the investment or just a scam?

Remote control

‘Smart home’ energy networks are evolving

The electric utility of the future

by R.G. “Randy” Brecheisen

Four County Electric helps fish processing plant expand

Another scam

Capital Credits

It pays to be a member of an electric cooperative

Do you need more insulation?

Shielding your home with insulation can noticeably reduce your energy costs

Duct sealing: What’s the big deal?

Duke Energy plans to replace coal-fired plant

Early October rain and wind harassed the coast

Year-round savings

Insulated window shades boost comfort while lowering energy use

Piedmont Electric helps create jobs and safer communities

Do dimmer switches work with CFL and LED lights?

Hot potato!

Keeping rooms comfy

Balancing temperatures in a two-story home By Jim Dulley

October is National Co-op Month

Retired Duke CEO looks to a cooperative business structure for ‘lighting the world’

The power of second chances

Don’t fall victim to energy scams