Carolina Stories

Back-Up Power

A buyer’s guide to residential standby generators

Upgrade and Save

Running old, inefficient appliances may cost you more than you think

Get Cool

How to buy a new air‑conditioning system

Safeguard: protecting the electricity grid

How the electric utility industry protects the grid against attacks.

See Through

The character, comfort and costs of your windows

Shocking news

In 1978, four Rowan County men were electrocuted when they were not watching what they were doing.

The Well-Lit Deck

Quality lighting enhances outdoor time after sundown

What are tamper-resistant receptacles?

National convention focuses on ‘Members First’

Clean energy businesses mean jobs and growth for North Carolina

Coffee’s on, but don’t forget to turn it off

Electric Rider

A fast motorcycle without the emissions or the noise

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”