

Portable Space Heaters: Protect Yourself from These Common Hazards
Electric heaters can make your home cozy, but they come with risks. Learn how to stay safe and warm.
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Oct 16, 20232 min read


Tips to Protect Your Family Against Cyber Attacks
These 10 tips will help protect you and your family from falling victim to anyone trying to prey upon your personal data or information.
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Sep 13, 20232 min read


Celebrating National Co-op Month
Electric co-ops exist to serve our members, with affordable, reliable energy and following these 7 cooperative principles.
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Sep 12, 20233 min read


Ask an Expert: Changing Furnace Filters
Perform this routine task for better indoor air quality and for HVAC efficiency.
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Sep 11, 20232 min read


Ask an Expert: Energy-Efficient Clothes Dryers
High-performance clothes dryers save energy by only supplying the necessary amount of heat required by the load.
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Aug 22, 20231 min read


Your Home: Maintenance Tips for Fall
Here are some simple maintenance tips that will help your family stay safe and comfortable as the season changes.
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Aug 22, 20232 min read


Stay Safe During Harvest
Harvest time is a dangerous time. Follow these tips around electrical lines and equipment, and be careful of possible entanglements or falls
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Aug 10, 20233 min read


Ask an Expert: Household Electricity Use
How much electricity does the average household use in a year? And are there ways to decrease electricity use?
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Jul 16, 20232 min read


Back to School Safety: Tips for Driving and Walking in School Zones
It's important to be cautious while driving in school zones as large numbers of students are making their way to and from school.
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Jul 15, 20231 min read


Connect with Us at the Iowa State Fair
We look forward to connecting with our cooperative members at the Iowa State Fair Aug. 10-20.
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Jul 13, 20231 min read


Enjoy a Safe Fourth of July
There are many Independence Day traditions but perhaps the most popular is fireworks.
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Jun 19, 20232 min read


Air Source Heat Pumps Are Comfortably Efficient
Air Source Heat Pumps can provide highly efficient comfort for your home all year long.
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Jun 14, 20232 min read


Ask an Expert: Grill it Safe This Summer
Stay safe this summer with grilling safety tips from the U.S. Fire Administration.
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Jun 13, 20231 min read


Electric Safety While Boating
Water and electricity don’t mix. If you own a boat, follow these 6 safety tips.
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May 15, 20232 min read


How Do They Do That: Electric Vehicles
How do electric vehicles provide clean, high-performance driving? Peek under the hood and find out!
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May 15, 20231 min read


Ask an Expert: Time-of-Day Savings
What are some simple ways to shift energy use to off-peak hours?
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May 15, 20231 min read


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


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


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