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Insulation For Energy Savings

Insulation For Energy Savings

Know your region’s recommended R-value

Renewables on the Roof

Renewables on the Roof

Electric co-ops are helping members make sound solar power decisions

Caring for the Trees That Care for Us

Caring for the Trees That Care for Us

Arbor Day Foundation tips for planting trees

Budget-Friendly Energy Savings

Budget-Friendly Energy Savings

Inexpensive tips to make your home heating system more efficient

North Carolina Passes Bipartisan Energy Legislation

North Carolina Passes Bipartisan Energy Legislation

New law calls for net-zero carbon emissions by 2050

Ready, Set, (Your) Thermostat!

Ready, Set, (Your) Thermostat!

The right settings can help save energy

NC Electric Cooperatives Celebrate 85th Anniversary

NC Electric Cooperatives Celebrate 85th Anniversary

Edgecombe-Martin County EMC was the first to flip the switch in 1937

Electric Co-ops To Deploy Batteries Across Rural NC

Electric Co-ops To Deploy Batteries Across Rural NC

Energy storage will enhance grid resilience, reliability

Powering Up After an Outage

Powering Up After an Outage

Steps to restoring power should winter weather turn out the lights

Renewable Energy Grows to Second-Largest Source of U.S. Power

Renewable Energy Grows to Second-Largest Source of U.S. Power

Only natural gas produced more electricity in 2020

Swimming in Savings

Swimming in Savings

Help make your pool more energy efficient

All About HVAC Filters

All About HVAC Filters

Pricier isn’t always better

NC Co-ops Participate in National Grid Security Simulation

NC Co-ops Participate in National Grid Security Simulation

GridEx is a virtual simulation to support grid security and safety

Frosty Roofs Provide Energy Efficiency Clues

Frosty Roofs Provide Energy Efficiency Clues

Is your home losing heat during the winter?

Ants and Spiders and Flies, Oh My!

Ants and Spiders and Flies, Oh My!

Prevent pest invasions and unwanted drafts

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Energy Efficiency Tip

Lighter Laundry, Less Time

Not all loads are created equal

Laundry Tip: Dry towels and heavier cottons separately from lighter-weight clothing. You’ll spend less time running the dryer for lighter-weight items, which saves energy.

Source: energy.gov

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