The United States House of Representatives on Tuesday passed the RURAL Act, protecting more than 900 electric cooperatives throughout the nation from the risk of losing their tax-exempt status when they accept government grants for disaster relief, broadband service and other programs that benefit co-op…
Most people know ceiling fans can keep you cooler in the summer, but did you know they also can help warm a home in winter? In warm months, ceiling fans are set to rotate counterclockwise to create a breeze that cools the skin, though they…
The most important factor in a room air cleaner isn’t the size or price of the unit, but the type of filtering material inside. For the most effective air cleaning, particularly during winter, use a high-quality central heat pump/furnace air cleaner along with room air…
I need your help to keep your electric bill as affordable as possible. Ahead of the Kentucky General Assembly convening for its budget session in January, I urge you to tell your legislators not to add any sales tax on residential power bills. Connecting with your…
Electric cooperative leaders from Kentucky are joining co-ops across America calling on Congress to fix an unintended consequence of changes to federal tax law, warning that co-ops risk losing their nonprofit status if a major ice storm or tornado strikes a state. To maintain tax-exempt…
Kentucky Electric Cooperatives President Chris Perry was among more than 150 energy leaders from across the country who gathered at the University of Kentucky’s Kroger Field in October to discuss America’s energy future. “It is important that electric cooperatives and rural America are part of…
Highest honor awarded by Kentucky Electric Cooperatives LOUISVILLE, Ky. (November 18, 2019) – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) was honored on Monday, November 18 as the “2019 Distinguished Rural Kentuckian” at the 73rd Annual Meeting of Kentucky Electric Cooperatives. The award is the…
Major holidays like Thanksgiving naturally make you think about family, childhood memories and the gifts of love and togetherness of past holidays. It has been a tough year for me. Both of my parents passed away. My father lost his battle with Alzheimer’s disease and…
The traditional electric grid has evolved into the modern smart grid, packed with advanced technologies that benefit both consumers and utilities. A key feature is the smart meter, which provides two-way communication between the energy provider and the consumer. Smart meters help detect power outages…
Selecting the proper temperatures throughout the day and night can be a bit confusing as you balance comfort with energy and dollar savings. It does save energy overall if you lower the temperature setting on your central furnace or heat pump thermostat. The actual amount…
