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Get Smarter: Smart Thermostats
We recorded today’s episode via Zoom with Casey Hollins, Director of Communications and Public Relations for Rappahannock Electric Cooperative to learn about smart thermostats.
Casey explained that heating and cooling can equal half of a consumer’s electric bill and that you can get the most impact for lowering those costs by programming your thermostat. She walked us through some things to consider when choosing a smart thermostat for your home and compared the two most popular options: Nest & ecobee.
Three Easy DIY Projects to Save Energy
We recorded today’s episode via Zoom with Casey Hollins, Director of Communications and Public Relations for Rappahannock Electric Cooperative to learn about three easy DIY projects to save energy. Casey told us that it’s the perfect time to tackle a few DIY energy efficiency projects for your home. The good news: You don’t have to be an energy expert to do this! Here are three easy DIY projects you can do now to start saving.
Energy Efficiency Pop Quiz
We recorded today’s episode via Zoom with Casey Hollins, Director of Communications and Public Relations for Rappahannock Electric Cooperative and she surprised me with an Energy Efficiency Pop Quiz! I only missed one – but you can take it for yourself and see how you would score.
14 Energy Saving Tips You Might Not Know
We were in the studio with Casey Hollins, Director of Communications and Public Relations for Rappahannock Electric Cooperative to get 14 energy saving tips that the average person might not know.
Casey gave us advice for efficiently using many of our major appliances like dishwashers, dryers and furnace/air conditioners. She also talked gave us some energy saving tips about light bulbs, computers, air filters, programmable thermostats and the Instant Pot.
Does Louis “Walk the Walk?”
During our conversation today with Louis O’Berry, Energy Management Advisor for Rappahannock Electric Cooperative, we discussed his personal energy saving practices (as well as those of other REC employees) in his own home. We tried to determine whether Louis actually walked the walk or simply talked the talk. Have a listen and decide for yourself.
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Simple Prevention Steps to Make Your Home Safer
Friday | October 23, 2026
Safety starts with prevention. At least twice a year, take a few minutes to check your smoke alarms and CO detectors.
Powering Recovery Together After Hurricane Isaias
Thursday | October 22, 2026
Hundreds of miles from home, Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) crews helped restore power in Alabama following Hurricane Isaias – putting the co...
Little Lift: REC Crew Helps Local Grower Harvest Record-Setting Plants
Wednesday | October 21, 2026
Harvesting a garden rarely requires a bucket truck. But when Jason Loris needed help to successfully harvest his giant cornstalks and sunflowers, Rapp...