

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


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


Spring Planting Safety
Prepare your equipment and review your safety plans for the planting season.
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Mar 17, 20232 min read


Dos and Don'ts of Going Solar
Considering installing solar panels on your house? Here’s what you should do first.
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Feb 7, 20232 min read


6 Reasons to LOVE Your Co-op
Serving our members is a labor of love.
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Jan 10, 20232 min read


The Right Connection: Generator Safety Tips
Portable generators can provide back-up power in case of outages. Follow these tips to operate it safely.
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Jan 10, 20232 min read


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 6, 20222 min read


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 6, 20222 min read


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 6, 20222 min read


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 21, 20222 min read


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 21, 20221 min read


12 Holiday Safety Tips
To keep your holiday season merry instead of disastrous, follow these electrical safety precautions.
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Nov 21, 20222 min read


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 29, 20222 min read


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 29, 20221 min read


"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 28, 20222 min read


The Benefits of Air-Source Heat Pumps
With the rising cost of propane and fuel oil, installing an air-source heat pump may help control energy costs.
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May 16, 20224 min read


It's Time to Clean Your Smart Phone
Not only does your phone carry loads of germs that need to be wiped off, but it probably needs some tech refreshing, too.
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May 13, 20223 min read


Ice and Wind Can Lead to Galloping Lines
How the perfect winter conditions of ice and wind can cause power lines to move beyond their limit posing serious danger.
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Dec 16, 20211 min read


Steer Clear of Damaged or Downed Power Lines After a Storm
In high wind situations, there’s the potential for power outages due to branches, limbs and trees coming into contact with power lines.
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Dec 15, 20213 min read
