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Five Ways to Save Energy When Working from Home
Today, more Americans are working from home than ever before. More time spent at home means more energy used...
Learn to Lower Your Winter Energy Bills
Wondering why electricity bills can generally be higher in the winter? This video talks about why that is and shows...
Are Portable Space Heaters Efficient for My Home?
Small space heaters are meant to do exactly as their name says: heat a small space. But unfortunately, many people use portable space heaters to heat their entire home, which can really take a toll on your energy bills. The truth is, whether you should use space...
VIDEO – Electricity Supply and Demand
Here's a great video on how you receive the exact amount of electricity you need every day.
Holiday Décor Tips for an Energy-Wise Home
Whether you’ve already decked your halls or you’re just getting started, there’s still time to incorporate energy savings into your holiday décor planning. If you haven’t strung your twinkle lights, be sure to use LED light strands. LEDs consume far less energy than...
Energy Efficiency Tip – Caulk & Weatherstrip
Fall is the perfect time to prep your home for the upcoming winter chill. One of the best ways you can save energy and stay comfortable is to caulk and weatherstrip areas that typically need sealing. Start by sealing around windows and doors. Seal plumbing, ducting,...
Let’s Beat the Peak Together
As a member of Meeker Cooperative, you know how to make smart energy choices that help you save money. But did you know that when you use electricity can be just as important as how much you use? Throughout the day, energy use fluctuates based on consumer demand....
Energy Efficiency Tip – Maintain & Upgrade
Here’s a tip that can help you save energy year-round! Energy used for cooling and heating your home makes up the largest portion of your monthly energy bills. By combining regular equipment maintenance and upgrades with recommended insulation, air sealing and...
Summer Savings Tips
Here are five savings tips for mid-summer. Summer Energy-Saving Tip #1: Replace disposable air filters regularly. We recommend every 30-60 days. If you can see dirt in a filter, it’s likely 50% clogged. Filter Replacement Summer Energy-Saving Tip #2: Game consoles,...
Suds and Savings
Suds and Savings 10 ways to save energy in the laundry room Your clothes washer and dryer account for a significant portion of energy consumption from major appliances, and let’s face it––laundry is no one’s favorite chore. Make the most of your laundry energy use!...
Energy Efficiency Tip – Refrigerator Temperature Setting
Don’t keep your refrigerator too cold. The Department of Energy recommends a temperature setting of 35 to 38 degrees for the fresh food compartment and zero degrees for the freezer. Make sure the refrigerator doors are sealed airtight to maximize efficiency....