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Electric
The Steps to Restore Power
Sep 29, 2024
Transmission lines supply power to one or more transmission substations. These lines seldom fall, but they can be damaged by a hurricane, high winds, or flooding. Tens of thousands of people could be served by one high-voltage transmission line; so if there is damage here, it gets attention first.…
Energy Efficiency Electric
Going Electric at Home: Home Heating
Dec 5, 2022
Membership Electric
Footing the Bill for Broadband Shouldn’t Fall to Blue Ridge Energy Members
Sep 15, 2021
Electric
Could what happened in Texas happen here?
Apr 27, 2021
Electric
How You Can Help Keep Power Costs Low For All Members
Jun 1, 2020
Electric Cyber-Security
Are We Safe?
Mar 5, 2020
Electric Energy Efficiency
3 Steps to Save Money and Still Enjoy a Winter Wonderland
Nov 12, 2019
Electric Energy Efficiency
Tricks for Defeating Energy Vampires in Your Home
Oct 8, 2019
Electric
Who gets power first?
May 23, 2019
Electric
Three Easy Tips to Avoid Power Surge Damage
May 7, 2019
Electric
Three Options to Avoid the Costs of Replacing Electronics Damaged by a Power Surge
May 6, 2019
Power surges are most often associated with lightning strikes; however, surges can also be caused by sources inside and outside a home. Your valued appliances and devices – TVs, computers, phones, microwaves, dishwashers, washing machines and refrigerators – are all susceptible to surge damage. A…