Carolina Stories

Finding an energy-efficient rental

Increasing thermal mass

Heavy materials can boost efficiency and comfort in your home

Recycle your electronic devices

The Alevo battery system helps charge up the local economy

The rate of electricity price increase hits a 6-year high

This spring, call before you dig

Winter storms challenge electric co-op systems

Help is on the way

The cooperative mutual aid response after major power outages

Comparing the new light bulbs

Nash college graduates 20 linemen

The value of Energy Star homes

50 Years of Bob McDuffie

A leader in “the best program that serves this country”

Making energy affordable in manufactured homes

Annual residential electricity consumption 1948–2013

Ductless heat pumps

A recent and efficient technology

Cooperatives respond to changes in the industry

The electric experience

What is it like to own and drive an electric vehicle?

Earning respect

by Samuel C. Newsome, M.D.

Autonomy and Independence

What’s on that pole?

An interactive guide to power pole equipment

Snake eats snake

The cooperative difference

By J. Michael Davis

Realistically speaking

By Joe Brannan

A culture of safety

By Philip D. Irwin