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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.

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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Electric vehicle frequently asked questions
June 26, 2019, Stacie Nielsen
Want to learn more about the different electric vehicles, how much they cost and ways to save money? The answers to these and more can be found below.
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There is an electric vehicle for everybody
February 18, 2019, Stacie Nielsen
Check out which EV might fit your lifestyle!
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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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The best bang for your buck!
May 16, 2018, Stacie Nielsen
Electricity. A powerful tool that we tend to take for granted daily.
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What you need to know about electric vehicles
April 16, 2018, Nathan Karels
We hear about electric vehicles (EV) in the news every week and see more on the roads every year. In this blog, we address some key concerns that may help you understand the EV world.
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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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Ways to improve your energy efficiency
October 30, 2017, Darrell Erickson
Being efficient is a good thing and it’s interesting how efficient we can become when we are the ones paying for that resource. Especially if you run into a situation where your electric bill is just too high.
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LEDs let you trim the tree efficiently
December 2, 2016, Guest Blogger
If your holiday chores include unraveling the same old tangle of decorative lights, maybe you should consider and upgrade to more reliable, efficient and longer-lasting LEDs. LEDs, or light-emitting…
Learn MoreOutdoor lighting and energy efficiency
July 5, 2016, Nathan Karels
Energy-efficient lighting isn't just for inside your home. Here are a few tips to make your outside lighting more energy efficient.
Learn MoreBeat summer heat without large electric bills
June 13, 2016, Guest Blogger
Summer temperatures are just around the corner, but that doesn't mean your electric bill needs to rise with them. Check out these tips for how to beat the summer heat without large electric bills.
Learn MoreSaving energy by maintaining your air conditioner
May 31, 2016, Nathan Karels
Learn how to keep your air conditioner tuned up and working properly for summer.
Learn MoreGo green with energy efficient landscaping
April 13, 2016, Guest Blogger
Don't just make your yard eye-pleasing, make it energy efficient.
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