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Save Energy (and Money) Using Smart Plugs

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Save Energy (and Money) Using Smart Plugs

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

Keep Your Dryer Filter Lint Free

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Keep Your Dryer Filter Lint Free

Cleaning the lint filter after every load improves air circulation and safety.

NC Electric Cooperatives Join Pilot Battery Project

NC Electric Cooperatives Join Pilot Battery Project

Long-duration energy storage project will use federal funding

Teach Your Children Energy Sense

Teach Your Children Energy Sense

Kids and grandkids can be energy efficiency champions

Randolph EMC Serves NC’s First Electric School Bus

Randolph EMC Serves NC’s First Electric School Bus

Randolph County School’s bus will run on co-op power

Out With the Mold

Out With the Mold

Managing moisture in your home

State’s Newest Microgrid Online at Rose Acre Farms

State’s Newest Microgrid Online at Rose Acre Farms

Tideland EMC and Hyde County egg producer partner on the project

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

3 Easy Changes to Save Energy

3 Easy Changes to Save Energy

Small adjustments can add up

Energy Efficient Farming Equipment

Energy Efficient Farming Equipment

New tech can result in big energy savings

Powering Through Cold Weather Months

Powering Through Cold Weather Months

A coordinated system helps keep power reliable and affordable.

Winterization Tips for Energy Savings

Winterization Tips for Energy Savings

Ensure your home is tight and ready for colder weather

Powering Up After an Outage

Powering Up After an Outage

Steps to restoring power should winter weather turn out the lights

Electric Vehicle Battery Safety

Electric Vehicle Battery Safety

Big questions about our brighter future

NC Co-op Assets Pass the Test During Winter Storm

NC Co-op Assets Pass the Test During Winter Storm

NC electric cooperatives utilized all components of the grid during an extreme weather event

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Warmer Weather, Time to Test!

Changing seasons means it's time to check your HVAC system

Spring is nearly here! Now is the perfect time to test your A/C and ensure it’s ready for summer. Remember to check the evaporator coil, which should be cleaned annually for optimal efficiency.

Source: energy.gov

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