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Michigan Capitol Goes Green With Geothermal

The Michigan Capitol is going “green and clean” with a new geothermal heating and cooling system. It is projected to be the largest geothermal...

Wind Energy Is Full Of Wins For Michigan

Michigan farmers, business owners and taxpayers have a lot to gain by embracing wind energy. It offers a drought-resistant cash crop, requires very little...

Michigan Co-ops Lead The Way In Renewable Energy

Sun. Water. Wind. Michiganders know these elements can make for a great day at the beach. Michigan’s electric cooperatives also know these raw energy sources...

‘Clear the Air’ for Efficient Heating, Cooling

A clogged air filter could add $82 to your annual electric bill. Checking, changing or cleaning the filter monthly saves money and extends the...

Down Home Comfort

Using the earth for heating and cooling makes sense. There’s a movement afoot, but don’t worry—the ground isn’t shaking. It is quietly heating and cooling...

How To Use Ceiling Fans for Year Round Comfort, Savings

People often wonder which ceiling fans to install. There are so many models and prices, leaving some to wonder if they can help cut...

Efficient Indoor Lighting for Your Home

People often wonder which type of lighting to use in their home with all the choices on the market today. It is important to...

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...

5 Steps To Hiring The Right Contractor For Your Energy Efficiency Project

Renovations to your home can be the perfect time to improve your home’s energy efficiency. To make sure you get those energy savings, it’s...

When Do Appliance Upgrades Make Sense?

For major appliances, comparing the EnergyGuide label is the best way to find the cost of using them. Based on the purchase price, you...

Favorite Fall Recipes Due by August 1

Share your favorite “Favorite Fall” recipe with us by August 1 and you could win a $100.00 credit on your electric bill. Plus, there’s...