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From Box to Bowl

Co-op partnership puts farm tech in the hands of Duplin County students

Energy Sense

Smart Attic Storage

Pair storage with energy savings in your attic

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Students Make Lasting Connections at Cooperative Leadership Camp

Hands-on workshops teach the importance of cooperatives

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Hamlin Retires After 25 Years of Service to Piedmont Electric Cooperative

Jordan Overbee selected to lead the electric co-op

On The House

Buyer Beware

Home improvement offers sound too good to be true? They probably are.

Tip Of The Month

Beat the crowds

Schedule your annual maintenance visit for your HVAC system now

Tip Of The Month

Avoid False Temperature Readings

Optimize energy efficiency by ensuring your thermostat is free from obstructions

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Powering Our Lives: Renewable Energy

Solar power is a sustainable part of electric co-ops’ fuel mix

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Randolph EMC’s Dale Lambert Retires After Decades of Service

Dennis Mabe selected as incoming CEO

Energy Sense

A Guide to EV Ownership

Be in-the-know before going electric

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Co-op Leaders Meet with Legislators During ‘Rally in Raleigh’

One-on-one meetings highlight issues important to rural communities

On The House

Be an Energy Efficient Grill Master

Take the cooking (and the heat) outside

Tip Of The Month

Extend the Life of Your Dryer and Save Energy

A clean dry towel will absorb excess water, shortening the drying time

Energy

Save Energy With Ceiling Fans

Ceiling fans can make a room feel several degrees cooler

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Co-op Leaders Engage Legislators on Capitol Hill

Cooperatives maintain dialogue with policymakers as the pulse of rural communities

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Preserving Reliable Electricity for Our Communities

Co-ops oppose new EPA rules that will sacrifice reliability and affordability

Energy Sense

Powering Down on Vacay

Give your home a break while you’re away

Tip Of The Month

Save Energy (and Money) Using Smart Plugs

Smart plugs are an inexpensive way to cut down on your energy bill

More Power

North Carolina’s Electric Co-ops Joins Duke Energy Generation Project

Electric Cooperatives remain focused on reliability, affordability through partnership

Viewpoints

Working Together for a Reliable Grid

Electric co-ops are meeting the changing needs of our members

Brighter Future

Power When You Need It

How NC electric co-ops are meeting the growing need for electricity.

On The House

Out With the Mold

Managing moisture in your home

More Power

Powering Our Lives: Natural Gas

Why natural gas is an important part of the fuel mix of NC electric cooperatives