Blue Ridge Energy Blog

How to Apply for FEMA Disaster Recovery Assistance Funds
Oct 6, 2024
The Blue Ridge Energy service territory has received a federal major disaster declaration due to the impacts of Helene and members are eligible to apply for federal assistance funds. While we can't speak to the exact assistance or qualifications, we can provide you with the outage documentation you…
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.…
11 Ways to Save, Regardless of the Time of Year
Sep 13, 2024
An Inside Look at Providing Power
Aug 16, 2024
Energy Efficiency Smart Home Devices
Smart Home Devices: Can You Really Save Energy?
May 20, 2024
Smart technology comes with the promise of convenience, energy savings, ease of installation and more. And although it's true that certain smart home devices can help you cut unnecessary energy use, what about smart technology as a whole? Can you really save energy by adding more electronic devices…
Energy Efficiency
Spring Cleaning Your HVAC System
Apr 1, 2024
It's been a long, hard winter for your HVAC system. All that hard work keeping your indoor space comfortable, as well as weather-related wear and tear on outdoor components can really take its toll. Spring cleaning has long been an annual ritual in millions of households across the country. As the…
Energy Efficiency
Busted! 5 Common Home Energy Myths
Mar 18, 2024
Some ideas are so widely held, they appear to bear little scrutiny or even a second thought. Although often factual, such common wisdom may be based on outdated or false information. Widespread misconceptions about energy use can increase utility bills and reduce comfort. Here are five energy myths…
Energy Efficiency Smart Home Devices
Smart Home Devices: Control Water Consumption
Feb 12, 2024
Whether it’s playing your favorite music, turning off the light, closing the garage door or keeping your home secure, smart home devices make it easy to automate your life. However, there are also instances where they can help you save energy and money. Even if you’re not a tech-whiz, you may…
Energy Efficiency Smart Home Devices
Smart Home Devices: Manage Lighting & Power to Save Money
Jan 15, 2024
Whether it’s playing your favorite music, turning off the light, closing the garage door or keeping your home secure, smart home devices make it easy to automate your life. However, there are also instances where they can help you save energy and money. Even if you’re not a tech-whiz, you may…
Energy Efficiency Smart Home Devices
Smart Home Devices: Control Energy Use & Save Money With Thermostats
Dec 18, 2023
Whether it’s playing your favorite music, turning off the light, closing the garage door or keeping your home secure, smart home devices make it easy to automate your life. However, there are also instances where they can help you save energy and money. Even if you’re not a tech-whiz, you may…
Energy Efficiency
Does Changing Your Furnace Filter Really Save Energy?
Oct 30, 2023
When air runs through your furnace, the air filter catches dust, hair and other particles in the air. Those particles stay in the filter, and the clean air passes through your fan and heat exchanger before going back into your home. Over time, more and more particles stick in the filter — making it…
Energy Efficiency
Fall for Energy Savings
Oct 23, 2023
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