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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.
Why do cooperatives participate in their communities?
June 21, 2018, Stacie Nielsen
By the late mid-1930s, 9 out of 10 rural homes were still without electric service and investor-owned utilities continued to ignore requests to provide power to those rural areas.
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Slow down and move over
June 14, 2018, Stacie Nielsen
You’ve heard the saying - in Minnesota there are two prominent seasons: winter and construction.
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WH is conducting surveys in April
April 23, 2018, Stacie Nielsen
When a phone call or email comes and you are asked to take a survey, you may react by pressing “end call” or the “delete” button. But have you considered of how taking certain surveys may benefit you?
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Rebates and Energy Saving Programs
March 16, 2018, Stacie Nielsen
Questions on Wright-Hennepin (WH) rebates and Energy Saving Programs? Find some answers here!
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Tony’s Tech Tip - How do you know if a website is secure?
February 21, 2018, Guest Blogger
How can you know your information is safe on the internet from identity theft?
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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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Why do my lights blink on and off in bad weather?
December 6, 2017, Stacie Nielsen
Why do the lights blink during bad weather? You may be asking these questions of your electric cooperative, so we want to try and answer them.
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What is a substation?
December 4, 2017, Heather Reinhart
As part of ongoing efforts to ensure electric reliability, Wright-Hennepin Cooperative Electric Association (WH) recently energized its newest substation in Plymouth, Minn. So, what is a substation anyway?
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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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Understanding clearances and right of way
October 23, 2017, Nathan Karels
When members plant or place items in front of our equipment, we have a hard time performing our work.
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Beware of Power Shut Off Scams
October 19, 2017, Heather Reinhart
Scammers have been calling homes in our service area claiming to be from a utility company.
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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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Pole inspections begin in August
August 1, 2017, Josh Randt
Each year, Wright-Hennepin (WH) performs pole maintenance, which begins with an inspection of all poles within a designated portion of WH’s service territory. The inspection is designed to identify…
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Storms, trees and responsibilities
June 27, 2017, Josh Randt
Though we’re barely into the summer season, we’ve already experienced storms that have downed, damaged or weakened trees. Given the volatility of summer weather, we could experience additional severe…
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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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Could air infiltration be sucking money from your wallet?
March 14, 2017, Grant Bowman
Air infiltration is a natural occurrence. Differences in air temperature and pressures are always at work trying to even out the pressure between the inside and outside of your home. Every time you…
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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.
Learn MoreWright-Hennepin 2016 Pole Inspections Beginning in August
July 25, 2016, Guest Blogger
Find out where Wright-Hennepin will be performing pole maintenance in 2016.
Learn MorePreparing for power outages
June 21, 2016, Darrell Erickson
Summer storms can be fun to watch, but they can also leave you without power. Take these tips into consideration to ensure you and your family's safety should you encounter power outages from sever summer weather.
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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.
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