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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.

Plug in to safetyPlug in to safety

Plug in to safety

May 12, 2021, Jeph Novak

May is electrical safety month, which is a great time to examine the safety of the electrical outlets in your home more closely.

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Maintaining your air source heat pumpMaintaining your air source heat pump

Maintaining your air source heat pump

June 19, 2020, Grant Bowman

Learn more about maintaining your air source heat pump to provide great energy efficiency and climate comfort for your home.

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Managing your energy with efficient productsManaging your energy with efficient products

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 livesElectricity in our lives

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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You can be a Ghostbuster too!You can be a Ghostbuster too!

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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Cooperative equipment for sale by sealed bidCooperative equipment for sale by sealed bid

Cooperative equipment for sale by sealed bid

November 14, 2018, Stacie Nielsen

Wright-Hennepin is selling equipment and receiving bids through December 3, 2018.

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What you need to know about generatorsWhat you need to know about generators

What you need to know about generators

August 21, 2018, Nathan Karels

There are typically two different classes of generators: smaller portable generators and permanent stand-by systems.

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Electric vehicles look to boom as prices come down and big automakers get involvedElectric vehicles look to boom as prices come down and big automakers get involved

Electric vehicles look to boom as prices come down and big automakers get involved

August 20, 2017, Nathan Karels

It is estimated that multiple electric vehicles (EV) will be similarly priced as their gas-powered counterparts by 2020.

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Knowing Who to Call and Getting a Second Opinion for Electric Appliance and Equipment RepairsKnowing Who to Call and Getting a Second Opinion for Electric Appliance and Equipment Repairs

Knowing Who to Call and Getting a Second Opinion for Electric Appliance and Equipment Repairs

August 23, 2016, Darrell Erickson

Electrical appliances and equipment need repairs like anything else. But knowing who to call and getting a second opinion can be valuable information. 

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The wild and wonderful world of programmable thermostats

The wild and wonderful world of programmable thermostats

December 7, 2015, Grant Bowman

One easy way to save money on your energy bill is to install a programmable thermostat.

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Maintaining your water heater is invaluable

Maintaining your water heater is invaluable

November 5, 2015, Darrell Erickson

A few preventative measures and maintenance procedures can keep your water heater operating properly and help you save money.

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Maintaining Your Refrigerator and Freezer is an Easy way to Save Money and Conserve Energy

Maintaining Your Refrigerator and Freezer is an Easy way to Save Money and Conserve Energy

September 30, 2015, Darrell Erickson

 There are a few things you can do to conserve energy with your fridge and freezer to save money while ensuring they are running properly. 

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Appliance w(h)att?

Appliance w(h)att?

April 29, 2015, Josh Randt

Wondering how much energy that old fridge and other household appliances use? Read this blog on appliance wattage, which could help you save on your electric bill. 

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Protect Your Appliances and set Your Mind at Ease With WH Appliance Repair

March 31, 2015, Chrissy Emery

Never worry about expensive repair bills or calling all over town to find a technician again! 

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