Tips on power usage in North Carolina - Carolina Country

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Energy efficient tips to use at home
Get Smart With Your Thermostat
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Get Smart With Your Thermostat

Smart thermostats automatically adjust heating and cooling temperatures for optimal performance.

Upgrading Heat Pump Efficiency
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Upgrading Heat Pump Efficiency

Learn the latest in HVAC tech

Schedule a Tune-Up for your Heating System
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Schedule a Tune-Up for your Heating System

Save energy and money by regularly maintaining your equipment

July is National Grilling Month
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July is National Grilling Month

To reduce home energy use, avoid using your oven and use a grill instead.

Efficiency Tips for Residential Well Pumps
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Efficiency Tips for Residential Well Pumps

Ways to improve your residential well and reduce energy use

Winterization Tips for Energy Savings
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Winterization Tips for Energy Savings

Ensure your home is tight and ready for colder weather

Your Dishwasher Can Save You Money
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Your Dishwasher Can Save You Money

It's more energy efficient than washing a load of dishes by hand

Back to School Energy Savings
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Back to School Energy Savings

Adjust energy use to new routines

Backup Power Options
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Backup Power Options

Considerations for storm-ready generators

Check Your Thermostat
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Check Your Thermostat

The location of your thermostat can impact your ideal indoor temperature

Energy Saving Tips This Holiday Season
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Energy Saving Tips This Holiday Season

Smaller appliances like slow cookers, air fryers and Instant Pots consume less energy.

Batten Down the Hatch
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Batten Down the Hatch

Insulate your attic hatch for energy savings

The Power of Ceiling Fans
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The Power of Ceiling Fans

Ceiling fans can help improve comfort year-round.

Save money this summer
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Save money this summer

The laundry room is a great place to start

Save Energy With Co-op Programs
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Save Energy With Co-op Programs

Electric co-ops offer a range of energy efficiency tools and programs