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New Hope for Nuclear in Small Modular Reactors

This article is second in a series on how electricity is generated. The first, in January, was about clean-coal technology. Watch future issues for...

Legislation Would Strengthen Tie Between Our Peninsulas

By Craig Borr, CEO at Michigan Electric Cooperative Association The Mackinac Bridge opened to vehicle traffic between the upper and lower peninsulas nearly 60 years...

Cool Energy Bills with Metal Roofing

Asphalt shingles are still the norm in most regions, but the next roof over your head could be an energy-saving metal one made of stainless steel and painted to...

Energy Assistance Programs

Winter Protection Plan Contact: Your Local Utility Company The Winter Protection Plan (WPP) protects enrolled seniors and low-income customers from service shut-offs and high utility bill...

Electric Capacity Shortfall Projected for 2016

By Craig Borr, CEO Michigan Electric Cooperative Association Have you ever wondered why a grocery store builds 15 check-out lanes, but only has three of...

Harvesting Efficiency: Energy Efficiency Offers Rich Rewards for Farmers

Every dairy cow carries an energy price tag. Farmers pump water—and $2.6 billion in energy dollars—to boost crops. At the end of the day,...

‘Smart’ Products Make Saving Energy Easier

Energy savings can be easy with some savvy shopping for power strips, thermostats and residential lighting. These are the most common products you can...

Extreme Efficiency Makeover: Wrap Your Home In Savings

Extreme home makeovers can update your living space, but an energy efficiency makeover will ensure your home performs at its peak. Everything from “low-hanging...

Try Zone Heating and Cooling for Home Comfort

Family members may complain that some rooms in your house are too hot or cold, but it’s likely there’s not a home in the...

The Speed of Light(ing)

Co-ops help blaze trails for efficient lighting technology. Spurred by tighter energy efficiency standards, lighting technology is leaping forward, with light-emitting diodes (LEDs) leading the...

Best Holiday Mains Recipes Due by September 1

Share your favorite “Best Holiday Mains” recipe with us by September 1 and you could win a $100.00 credit on your electric bill. Plus,...