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How transmission costs work and what they mean for your electric bill

Learn what transmission costs cover on your PPL Electric bill, why they change, and how new large energy users like data centers affect what customers pay.

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Go, go green gadgets

Go, go green gadgets

This St. Patrick’s Day, along with green food, beverages and attire, you can go green at home. There are so many gadgets on the market that can help you save electricity. I personally love finding tech toys that make saving energy easy, convenient and fun!

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Safety around downed electrical wires

Safety around downed electrical wires

Remember: Electrical circuits don’t always turn off when a power line falls into a tree or onto the ground. Even if they are not sparking or humming, downed power lines can kill you if you touch them. Even the ground nearby can be energized.

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Revving up the electric vehicle market

Revving up the electric vehicle market

We were among the utilities that received a shout out at the White House on Nov. 18 for helping advance the electric vehicle market. With U.S. Secretary of Energy Ernest Moniz, who cited the industry’s progress and commitment to electric transportation, the Edison...

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Do you have an emergency plan?

Do you have an emergency plan?

What would we do if a severe storm caused us to lose electricity for several days? What would we eat? Would we have enough to drink? What else did my family need to be prepared? Every family has its own needs. Some of us have children, pets or are caring for someone with special medical needs. Part of being prepared is making plans ahead of time and we have all the resources you need to make a plan.

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Unplugged outdoor lighting

Unplugged outdoor lighting

Summer is a great time to entertain your family and friends outdoors. My family spends a lot of time outdoors, and I'm all for taking the family fun outside to reduce our energy use and beautifying the backyard and patio. Upgrading to energy-efficient outdoor lighting...

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