FPU receives TVA’s Top Performer award
Fayetteville Public Utilities (FPU) received an award for being a Top Performer in Green Power Providers as part of the Tennessee Valley Authority’s EnergyRight Solutions for the Home program in […]
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Entries by Trent Scott
14,000 comments sent to the EPA
NASHVILLE, Dec. 1, 2014 – Electric consumers from across Tennessee submitted more than 14,000 comments to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in opposition to the agency’s proposals to limit carbon […]
Bundle up for winter storms
By Abby Berry Are you ready for winter’s cold grasp? Snow and ice are inevitable when dealing with winter storms, but being prepared can make a world of difference. Tennessee’s […]
Powering everyday life
By David Callis, executive vice president and general manager, Tennessee Electric Cooperative Association Several things about the holiday season bring out the best in all of us. This time of […]
How renters can fight the winter chill
By Abby Berry According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 33 percent of Americans lease their homes. Unfortunately, many lease agreements forbid major alterations to rental properties. But don’t worry, renters! […]
‘Tis the season
‘Tis the season for family, fellowship and lots of cooking. By Katie Kothman-Haby, CCC No matter what or how you celebrate, energy use tends to increase over the holiday season. […]
Local before local was cool
Autonomy & Independence: One of the Seven Cooperative Principles that give all co-ops guidance Whether you travel across the country or prefer to stay close to your hometown, one thing […]
Green gift-giving guide
Wondering what to buy for the person who has everything? How about a gift for an environment-friendly family member or friend? This holiday season, Tennessee’s electric cooperatives urge you to […]
Manufactured savings
How to boost efficiency of mobile homes By Thomas Kirk Manufactured homes, sometimes dubbed mobile homes, often log disproportionately higher energy bills than traditional wood-frame or modular homes. But there […]
Who is your power company?
Each year, I go a number of electric cooperative annual meetings across the state. It’s always so nice to attend these gatherings and be reminded of just how important each […]
2014 Annual Meeting
NASHVILLE – The 73rd annual meeting of the Tennessee Electric Cooperative Association was held Sunday – Tuesday, Nov. 23 – 25, at the Nashville Airport Marriott. The theme of the […]
Tamper Resistant Receptacles
What are Tamper Resistant Receptacles (TRRs)? They may look like standard outlets, but tamper resistant receptacles, or TRRs, are different. Their most distinguishable feature – a built-in shutter system that […]
Unwrap winter energy savings
by Amber Bentley The holidays are upon us! It’s that special time of year when we spend a great deal of time with friends and family, either in the kitchen […]
Holiday cooking safety tips
The kitchen is the heart of the home. Sadly, it’s also where two out of every five home fires start. Many home fires occur during what’s supposed to be the […]
MLEC brings wireless internet to Hickman County
(October 20, 2014) —MyMLEC Now, a free wireless hotspot offering by Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative, came to life Thursday, Oct. 16, for Hickman County. The service makes free wi-fi available […]
One million comments
America’s electric cooperatives have collected one million comments in opposition to the EPA’s proposed rule targeting existing power plants. This milestone boosts our relevance in the nation’s capital and sends a […]
Draft dodgers: Weather stripping your home
By Amber Bentley There is no doubt about it; the cold weather is on its way. Not only is it important to make sure that your heating unit is working […]
Safety for All
By Meghaan Evans Tennessee’s electric cooperatives have always been dedicated to providing safe, reliable and affordable utility service to you, our member-owners. The lengths we go to keep you, your […]
Governor: October is Co-op Month
Governor lauds Tennessee’s member-owned organizations during Co-op Month in October The proclamation, also signed by Secretary of State Tre Hargett, reads, in part: “Tennessee cooperatives improve the well-being of rural […]
Can energy savings be as easy as painting?
By Brian Sloboda With our hectic schedules in today’s fast-paced world, the easiest option often times seems to be the best option. A new series of insulating paints promises energy […]
