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Severe Weather and Downed Power Lines
Severe weather can cause damage to power lines and utility poles. You should take caution if you come across any...
Trip Wire Alerts from Heartland Security
The latest security cameras from Alarm.com use video analytics technology that helps pinpoint only the...
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 throughout the day. If you’re punching the clock from home, there are small steps you can take to reduce your energy use and save on electric bills. Here are...
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 you some ways you can keep your energy costs more manageable. Contact our Energy Services department to learn how you can save on your energy bills....
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...
Heartland Security Offers A New Year’s Resolution You Can Keep
We are about a month into the new year and if you've made a New Year's Resolution; are you keeping it? It's easier said than done, but if you stick with it, you've made more progress than a lot of people. The biggest thing is to make your resolution attainable and...
2021 Annual Coloring Contest
These are the winners of the 2021 coloring contest. Each winner in the 2-12 age groups received a $10 Walmart gift card. Age 2-Lydia T Age 3-Lucas C Age 4-Everly H Age 5-Ruth T Age 6-Maci R Age 7-Linnea W Age 8-Hailey M Age 9-Myles H Age 10-Mesa S Age 11-Paylin K Age...
Ensuring the Electric Grid Can Bounce Back Quickly
By Great River Energy While temperatures are dropping and snow is starting to fall now, Great River Energy has already taken steps to prepare for whatever impacts this weather may bring. “Resilience” has become a common focus for electric cooperatives and utilities...
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...
The power of Minnesota’s electric co-ops: By members, for members
If you’ve ever traveled up north, visited a cabin or farm, gone camping or otherwise left town, there is a good chance you ventured into the parts of Minnesota served by electric cooperatives. Among the seven principles that guide all co-ops is “concern for...