Electricity is a trusted source of power. If used carelessly, though, it can be electrifying in all the wrong ways. The dangers range from electric shock or burn to damage to your home. Keep your family safe by plugging into these safety measures.
On your monthly bills, you're charged for electricity by the kilowatt-hour (kWh). In fact, the average American household uses nearly 900 kilowatt-hours a month, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. Have you ever wondered what a kilowatt-hour is and why you are charged for electricity that way? If so, we've got the answers.
Air-source heat pumps are being touted as the next big thing in sustainable space conditioning, and with their many benefits, it's easy to see why. Here are just a few of the advantages that air-source heat pumps have compared to conventional heating and cooling:
As a community partner, your electric cooperative is committed to safety. We serve poultry farms, and many of our members raise poultry, like chickens, as well.
We know you want that digging project off your to-do list! But whether you're a homeowner planting a tree or a contractor eager to break ground, you must first call 811 (the national-call-before-you-dig hotline) to have your property's underground utilities marked. It's the LAW...but it's also for your own safety to avoid serious injury.
What’s one thing that everyone dreads looking at right now?
The price tag.
By Peter Niagu, Energy Advisor
Solar is a very big topic these days. And unfortunately, it is not black and white. Meaning, that solar is not a one-size-fits-all proposition. One of the most asked questions is, “will solar save me money on my electric bill?” In short, yes it will. However, you must ask yourself, at what cost, and what is the projected savings in years? Solar payback can be anywhere from less than 10 years to more than 20 years. I have been seeing about a 15–18 year payback the last couple of years.
