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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.

Snowbird Preparation: how to keep your Off-Peak heating rateSnowbird Preparation: how to keep your Off-Peak heating rate

Snowbird Preparation: how to keep your Off-Peak heating rate

November 9, 2021, Nathan Karels

As the days get colder, some of us go south for the winter. How do we winterize our homes if we have Energy Saving Programs (Off-Peak) installed? 

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Electric cooperatives ask members to do their part to conserve energy todayElectric cooperatives ask members to do their part to conserve energy today

Electric cooperatives ask members to do their part to conserve energy today

June 10, 2021, Guest Blogger

The heat wave we are experiencing has prompted the operator of the electric transmission system in our region to issue a maximum generation emergency event. Wright-Hennepin is asking its members to conserve electricity.

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Legacy air conditioning programs change this springLegacy air conditioning programs change this spring

Legacy air conditioning programs change this spring

March 23, 2021, Jeph Novak

After thorough review and careful analysis, WH will make changes to AC programs beginning in the spring of 2021.

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Stay cozy this winterStay cozy this winter

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 will test Dual Fuel systems October 29 and 31.WH will test Dual Fuel systems October 29 and 31.

WH will test Dual Fuel systems October 29 and 31.

September 24, 2020, Jeph Novak

WH will switch its summer Energy-Saving Program to winter load management on October 1.

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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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Winter chills and electric billsWinter chills and electric bills

Winter chills and electric bills

January 29, 2019, Grant Bowman

Take control of your energy usage with MyMeter!

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Heating safety during colder monthsHeating safety during colder months

Heating safety during colder months

October 18, 2018, Grant Bowman

Learn how to take safety precautions with your heat sources.

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MyMeter part 2: ApplicationsMyMeter part 2: Applications

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: FeaturesMyMeter part 1: Features

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 billsHow Space and Engine Block Heaters affect winter bills

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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Tips to help you maintain your AC this summerTips to help you maintain your AC this summer

Tips to help you maintain your AC this summer

June 19, 2017, Grant Bowman

It’s that time of year again that we all dream about – time to get outside and enjoy all the great outdoor experiences Minnesota offers during summer. That also means you are going to be shutting up…

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New water heating program introduced for 2017New water heating program introduced for 2017

New water heating program introduced for 2017

April 4, 2017, Nathan Karels

In the market for a new water heater? We've got a program for you! 

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The importance of changing your furnace filterThe importance of changing your furnace filter

The importance of changing your furnace filter

October 21, 2016, Grant Bowman

It may not seem like it, but replacing your furnace filter is important for the operation of your heating system. 

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Consider a Ground or air Source Heat Pump When Replacing Your air ConditionerConsider a Ground or air Source Heat Pump When Replacing Your air Conditioner

Consider a Ground or air Source Heat Pump When Replacing Your air Conditioner

August 1, 2016, Grant Bowman

Instead of replacing your air conditioner with another similar unit, consider an air or ground source heat pump, and save big with rebates from Wright-Hennepin! 

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Dual Fuel: Why and when it is controlled

Dual Fuel: Why and when it is controlled

February 22, 2016, Guest Blogger

 Find out when and why dual fuel and other off-peak programs are controlled. 

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The secret to comfort: air distribution

The secret to comfort: air distribution

September 22, 2015, Grant Bowman

 A properly designed air distribution system will allow your equipment to run efficiently and won't require an extra oversized motor that will cost more to operate. 

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Keeping your house cool beyond AC

Keeping your house cool beyond AC

August 4, 2015, Nathan Karels

When the heat rises most of us simply turn up our air conditioners. But this blog has tips on how to cool your home in other ways. 

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Tune up to cool down!

Tune up to cool down!

July 9, 2015, Darrell Erickson

 Want your air conditioner running at peak performance? Read this blog about AC maintenance, and stay cool this summer. 

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