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A few steps for the courage, commitment and dedication…
Dependable electricity for your lifestyle. You might not think about it, but as an electric co-op member it’s something you can count on every day. That’s comforting to know, because nowadays electricity is essential to energizing our lives and keeping …
Congrats to Jeff Wilson and Bill D’Onofrio on their re-elections to the board of trustees.
Thanks to all member who attended the 77th annual meeting this morning. Congrats to Jeff Wilson and Bill D’Onofrio on their re-elections to the board of trustees.
URE must schedule an outage. Tuesday May 14.
Automated phone calls are going out beginning today. Linemen need to convert primary voltage on a section of the system in the north east portion of the county on Tuesday, May 14. This will affect a couple hundred members in …
Check out the latest pictures from our Live Wire Safety Demo!
Robert McClintock, safety coordinator and linemen, Jake Klima and Dana Springer entertained the crowds at the Union County Safety Council – Safe and Sound Day for area seniors. Pictures posted on our Union Rural Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/unionrural
Efficiency upgrades can be pricey, with these low-cost project ideas, go green for less than $200.
Sustainable Living: Going Green on the Cheap Sustainable living is generally considered friendlier to the environment than your bank account. For many homeowners, expensive upgrades, such as adding solar panels, require too much green. Going green however, does not have …
Energy Saver 101- Water Heaters
EVERYTHING you need to know about water heaters: http://energy.gov/articles/new-infographic-and-projects-keep-your-energy-bills-out-hot-water An average water heater lasts about 10-15 years, and when it fails, it can leave you in a mess. Do your research early to find one that best fits your needs.
Great safety video! Understand how a house’s electrical system works.
In order to most effectively safeguard a home from electrical hazards, one must understand how a house’s electrical system works. Here’s a great overview Great video! http://esfi.org/index.cfm/page/Home-Electrical-System-Safety-Video/cdid/12530/pid/11405
LAST DAY TO VOTE! Deadline TODAY May 8@5pm
Use the link below to access our online voting site, BEFORE MAY 8th! It’s Time to VOTE! Time to see who is running for the Board of Trustee elections! Read all about the candidates running in this year’s election. Election …
Room-by-Room Energy Saving Tips:
Living/Family Room: Keep draperies and shades on south facing windows, which receive the most sunlight, open during the day to allow the sunlight to enter your home and closed at night to reduce the chill.
FINAL member meeting TONIGHT April 24@7pm URE office
Interested in discussing a topic? RSVP by calling 937.642.1826 and let us know what you’d like to discuss.
