Building Hope
It’s hard to believe that just a few hundred miles from our service territory, over 10,000 families still live without access to safe food storage and running water at home. The Navajo Nation spans more than 27,000 square miles — larger than the state of West Virginia — yet many homes do not have electricity. […]
Power Rush Hour
Conserving electricity during peak energy use times not only lowers your monthly bill — it can benefit our entire cooperative. “Peak time” refers to periods of the day when the demand for electricity is highest. In the winter, these peaks occur during early mornings when people are getting ready for work or school, and evenings […]
Reliable, Safe, and Affordable Power
Our mission, and the primary job of an electric cooperative, is to deliver electricity to its member-owners in a reliable, safe, and affordable manner. This has always been a challenging job, and it is not getting any easier. K.C. Electric Association employees do a great job maintaining and improving our electric grid. We have invested […]
The Power of Preparation
With severe weather events occurring now more than ever, it makes sense to be prepared. During a prolonged power outage or other emergency, this means having enough food, water, and supplies to last at least a few days. Here at Y-W Electric Association, Inc., we care about your safety. Planning for an emergency today can […]
Helping You Save
Are you interested in saving money, reducing your environmental footprint, or modernizing your home? Empire Electric Association’s Residential Energy Efficiency Rebate Program delivers a powerful incentive package to help offset the initial cost of high-efficiency appliances, HVAC systems, outdoor electric powered equipment, and more. Upfront costs for energy-efficiency upgrades and home improvements can be a […]
Decisions That Matter: CEO Search and Rate Review
Hard at work for our members, the Grand Valley Power Board of Directors plays a vital role in shaping the cooperative’s future. The board accomplishes this through three responsibilities: Establish policies and strategic direction, hire and evaluate the CEO, and set fair and equitable rates. All of these tasks are heavy lifts, but perhaps none […]
TARANTULAS, TRAINS, and TRADE
Find adventure in La Junta La Junta lies on the high plains of the Arkansas River Valley where the Purgatory and Arkansas rivers meet. Spanish for “the junction,” La Junta was an excellent place for settlers heading West to stop for rest and to trade. Trade and travel have made La Junta what it is […]
An Encore Garden
When fall approaches, I often lament the loss of floral displays that have faithfully graced my garden for months. But Mother Nature never disappoints because just as summer flowers fade away, autumn colors emerge. By adding colorful shrubs to your landscape, you can enjoy striking colors long after tree leaves have fallen. When planting shrubs […]
It Is Solved by Walking
As I sit down at my desk to write, I feel heavy in the chair. Stuck. Unsure where to begin. Through the window, I watch a chipmunk scamper across my woodpile and hear the high-pitched trill of hummingbirds as they fly around the cabin in search of late-summer nectar. The animals are in motion. I […]