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Cold weather season has arrived. Here’s how you can stay ready.

Cold weather is here. Stay ready with safety tips, outage prep, and simple ways to save energy as temperatures drop.

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Smart innovation for more reliable service

Smart innovation for more reliable service

We're committed to investing in innovative solutions to deliver safe, reliable and affordable energy services to our customers. Here’s the latest example: We began piloting Dynamic Line Rating technology to get real-time information on conditions that affect...

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Track down air leaks to save energy and money

Track down air leaks to save energy and money

Whether it’s an old farmhouse or brand-new construction, your house can develop air leaks over time. That allows heat to escape, which increases your electric bill. In fact, most existing homes have so many air leaks that it’s like having a window open at all times....

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Save energy at home

Save energy at home

It’s been a whole year since the pandemic shifted our daily activities, interactions, and the way we work and attend school. We have some tried-and-true tips that will help you save energy and money no matter how much longer we’re all staying safe at home.  In the...

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The dangers of drifting balloons

The dangers of drifting balloons

In-person gatherings may be limited again this year, but that doesn’t mean we’re skipping celebrations altogether. Despite the pandemic, birthdays, graduations, weddings and holidays are still taking place – and balloons are still a preferred way to mark the...

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Lend a hand to a neighbor in need

Lend a hand to a neighbor in need

We’re kicking off our annual Operation HELP campaign with hopes of helping more eligible families than ever before. Operation HELP offers grants to customers struggling with their energy bills. And after a year like 2020, they can really use our support. Every year,...

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5 Tips for Electrical Safety

5 Tips for Electrical Safety

Spending more time indoors this winter? We have 5 tips to keep you and your family safe around electricity this season: Space heaters can supplement your heat source, but never plug one into an extension cord. Make sure you plug your heater directly into an outlet to...

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Storm versus power grid

Storm versus power grid

Hurricanes have had names for 70 years. Now big winter storms get them. Go figure. In the electric utility business, we’re always watching the weather, so we’re prepared to respond to any resulting power outages. Winter Storm Gail, which swept through our region in...

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