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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

Ants and Spiders and Flies, Oh My!

Ants and Spiders and Flies, Oh My!

Prevent pest invasions and unwanted drafts

A Brighter Future Through Grid Management

A Brighter Future Through Grid Management

A new service helps manage a 500-MW resource distributed across the state

Electric Vehicle Q&A

Electric Vehicle Q&A

Answers about EV numbers and battery sustainability

Getting You From Point A to Point B

Getting You From Point A to Point B

Drive confidently with North Carolina electric cooperatives’ EV charging network

Nimble and Reliable: Natural Gas Generation

Nimble and Reliable: Natural Gas Generation

Natural gas generation plays a role in a brighter future for electric co-op members

Four County EMC’s Mitch Keel Retiring

Four County EMC’s Mitch Keel Retiring

Don Gatton Named Incoming CEO

Nuclear Power Q&A

Nuclear Power Q&A

What’s the long-term plan for used fuel?

How to Clean Up Your Crawl Space

How to Clean Up Your Crawl Space

Eliminate moisture and potential hazards

Know Your Home

Know Your Home

A little knowledge can go a long way in saving energy and preventing unexpected high bills

Safe, Sustainable Nuclear Power

Safe, Sustainable Nuclear Power

Nuclear energy is key to a brighter future for electric co-op members

Q&A: Sustainability & Electric Co-ops

Q&A: Sustainability & Electric Co-ops

Common questions about sustainable power

Affordability: The Key to a Sustainable Future

Affordability: The Key to a Sustainable Future

If programs and technology aren’t cost-effective, they simply aren’t sustainable

What Type of U.S. Power Plants are the Most Productive?

What Type of U.S. Power Plants are the Most Productive?

The answer for 2019 may surprise you

Managing Home Energy Use During the Pandemic

Managing Home Energy Use During the Pandemic

How to save during a summer of social distancing

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Energy Efficiency Tip

Give Your A/C a Break

Ensure these items are far from your thermostat

During summer months, run large appliances that emit heat (like clothes dryers and dishwashers) during the evening when it’s cooler. This will minimize indoor heat during the day when outdoor temperatures are highest.

Source: energy.gov

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