Energy
Explore how Kentucky is powered, with useful advice, co-op stories and reporting on reliability, affordability and safety.
From light switches to lifelong habits
“Teach your children well” the song says—advice that encompasses teaching them good energy habits. That saves money on your electric...
Peak performance
Peak demand is the period in a given range of time—day, month or year—when electricity use is highest. It’s caused...
Energy savings on the cheap
You don’t need to spend thousands of dollars or get the newest technology to use less energy. Here are some...
Be wise about smart appliances
Smart appliances—such as refrigerators, washers, ovens, thermostats and water heaters—connect to the internet and can be controlled using your smartphone,...
Electrify your lawn care
Electric lawn equipment has seen drastic improvements in cost, motor efficiency and battery power in recent years. From hedge and...
It’s not the heat (or cold), it’s the humidity
Although there can be humidity-related problems year-round, they’re typically worse during winter in the North and during summer in the...
Appliances: When should you upgrade?
Buying a new appliance can feel daunting. When shopping, keep in mind that not all new appliances are high efficiency...
Wood stoves: the newer, the better
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommends replacing wood stoves manufactured before 1990 with cleaner, more efficient models. Doing...
Water heater woes
A failed water heater can damage your home and property. Emergency replacement of a water heater—especially on evenings or weekends—can...
