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National Electrical Safety Month
Get safety tips for the workplace DIY projects, EVs and charging and your home’s electrical system.
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Apr 13, 20231 min read
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2023 Shine the Light Contest
Iowa cooperatives celebrate community volunteers with third annual Shine the Light contest.
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Apr 7, 20231 min read
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Ask an Expert: Cooling with Fans
Do ceiling fans cool the room itself or the occupants? Ask the expert!
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Apr 7, 20231 min read
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Save Money on a Heat Pump Installation
Federal tax credits and incentives from your electric co-op make heat pump installation more economical than ever before.
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Mar 17, 20231 min read
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6 Reasons to LOVE Your Co-op
Here are six reasons to love being a member of an electric cooperative.
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Jan 9, 20232 min read
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The Right Connection: Generator Safety Tips
Your electric power is generally reliable, but outages do happen. Extended outages can be inconvenient or uncomfortable, depending on the...
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Jan 9, 20232 min read
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Ask an Expert: Low-Flow Showerheads
How much can you save by installing low-flow showerheads?
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Jan 9, 20231 min read
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Beware of Energy Bill Scams
Learn how to recognize energy bill scams and what you can do to protect yourself.
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Dec 7, 20222 min read
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Ask an Expert: Code Requirements for Home EV Chargers
What are the code requirements for home electric vehicle charging stations?
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Dec 7, 20222 min read
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6 Resolutions for a Greener New Year
The New Year is the perfect time to begin living more sustainably. These tips are a great place to start.
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Dec 7, 20222 min read
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Building Trades Professionals: Register Now for the 2023 Momentum Is Building Conference
Building trades professionals: Find details of this annual conference for CEUs and the latest energy-efficiency building updates.
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Nov 19, 20222 min read
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Holiday Cooking Simple Ways to Save
Enjoy a happy holiday season and lower energy bills with these simple cost-saving cooking tips.
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Nov 19, 20221 min read
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12 Holiday Safety Tips
To keep your holiday season merry instead of disastrous, follow these electrical safety precautions.
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Nov 19, 20222 min read
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Energy-Savings Tips for Autumn
If you haven’t already, make time to prep your home now to save energy this winter.
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Oct 17, 20222 min read
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Test Your GFCI Outlets
This essential outlet feature needs to be checked once a month.
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Oct 17, 20221 min read
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Don’t Electrify Your Hunting Experience
Along with traditional hunter safety rules, follow these electrical safety tips for safer hunting this fall.
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Sep 30, 20221 min read
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Copper Theft: Still a Threat
This commonly used metal is a valuable part of getting electricity to our members. Copper theft threatens lives and our electric supply.
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Sep 30, 20222 min read
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"Fall" for Slow Cookers Again this Autumn
Fall is a time for comfort foods. And what could provide more comfort than dinner slowly simmering in a trusty slow cooker?
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Sep 29, 20222 min read
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Harvest Safety
Harvesting crops poses especially high risk for farmers. Follow these suggestions for taking care of yourself and others working with you.
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Aug 31, 20223 min read
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Disposing of Old Electronics
Electronics such as computers, tablets, phones and gaming systems don’t last forever. Learn what to do with your worn-out components.
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Aug 23, 20222 min read
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