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Your source for all things energy-related: the WH blog offers energy-saving tips, maintenance guidelines, program information and much more.
Summer load control to begin May 1
April 29, 2021, Jeph Novak
Wright-Hennepin (WH) will switch its winter Energy-Saving Program to summer load management on May 1.
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Stay cozy this winter
January 26, 2021, Guest Blogger
When you're feeling chilly at home, there are several budget-friendly ways you can keep comfortable without turning up the thermostat.
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WH to change legacy air conditioning programs
December 21, 2020, Jeph Novak
WH recently conducted an evaluation with an outside consultant regarding our three Energy-Saving Air Conditioning (AC) programs.
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This holiday brought to you by electricity
December 14, 2020, Jeph Novak
Decorating with lights, listening to festive music and snuggling up by the fire to watch a favorite movie are a few things that make the holiday season great. Behind the scenes, electricity works hard to power your holidays, and this season is no different.
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Four ways Santa saves energy in his workshop
December 10, 2020, Guest Blogger
This holiday season, Santa’s making the most of energy savings in his workshop, and you can too!
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Track energy usage during COVID-19 with an energy marker
April 15, 2020, Stacie Nielsen
With the stay-at-home order in place, it’s likely you and your family are spending more time indoors. You can track your energy use over time using a free online tool called MyMeter.
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Getting started with MyMeter
February 24, 2020, Stacie Nielsen
Finding ways to save energy or keep track of how you use it can be difficult. However, WH offers a free program to our members called MyMeter.
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Is an EV right for you?
January 20, 2020, Stacie Nielsen
As electric vehicles (EVs) become more common, it can be hard to know if one is right for you. Here are a couple ways to help determine if an EV is right for you.
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Managing your energy with efficient products
December 16, 2019, Stacie Nielsen
The Energy Wise MN Store is a great tool to find and buy energy efficient products to help manage your energy use.
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Electricity in our lives
October 17, 2019, Stacie Nielsen
Electricity is an integral part of our lives and remains at a great value.
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Lighting your way to energy efficiency
August 19, 2019, Stacie Nielsen
Learn about the different types of energy efficient bulbs and what to look for when shopping for new bulbs.
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Reinvesting in our system helps keep costs down
July 22, 2019, Stacie Nielsen
We make investments in our system to help ensure we continue to bring affordable and reliable energy to you!
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You can be a Ghostbuster too!
February 11, 2019, Ted Inman
Did you know there could be phantom loads lurking around your home?
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Winter chills and electric bills
January 29, 2019, Grant Bowman
Take control of your energy usage with MyMeter!
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A winter evening: Brought to you by electricity
November 29, 2018, Guest Blogger
Days are getting shorter as winter sets in, but electricity is help keeping us warm!
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MyMeter part 2: Applications
September 24, 2018, Grant Bowman
Learn how to apply the information within MyMeter to your daily life to save money and energy!
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MyMeter part 1: Features
September 17, 2018, Grant Bowman
Learn about the different features within MyMeter!
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How Space and Engine Block Heaters affect winter bills
January 17, 2018, Grant Bowman
With winter now in full effect, many of us adapt our ways of life to keep cars working and houses warm and comfortable for the winter. The problem is we forget how this may influence our pocket books at the end of the month.
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Providing light and savings to Camp Courage
November 30, 2017, Heather Reinhart
Wright-Hennepin Cooperative Electric Association (WH) recently provided True Friends Camp Courage with a grant to replace all the lighting at its facilities in Maple Lake with LEDs.
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Five energy-saving tips for the holidays
November 16, 2017, Stacie Nielsen
Ways to save energy this holiday season.
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