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Apr 7, 20231 min read
2023 Shine the Light Contest
Iowa cooperatives celebrate community volunteers with third annual Shine the Light contest.
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Mar 17, 20232 min read
Spring Planting Safety
Prepare your equipment and review your safety plans for the planting season.
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Feb 7, 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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Jan 10, 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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Dec 6, 20222 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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Nov 21, 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, 20221 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, 20222 min read
12 Holiday Safety Tips
To keep your holiday season merry instead of disastrous, follow these electrical safety precautions.
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Oct 16, 20222 min read
Thanksgiving Day = “Fire-Danger Day”
Keep safe from fires on Thanksgiving Day by following these safety suggestions.
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Oct 16, 20221 min read
Test Your GFCI Outlets
This essential outlet feature needs to be checked once a month.
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Sep 29, 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, 20221 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 28, 20222 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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Aug 30, 20223 min read
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 22, 20222 min read
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 19, 20223 min read
School Bus Safety
With the beginning of the school year, safely transporting students to and from school is critical.
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Jul 29, 20222 min read
College Housing Essential: Safety
Students heading to college can stay safe when following these electrical safety tips.
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