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We recorded today’s episode via Zoom with Jason Satterwhite, Director of Operations and Construction Services to learn how REC uses technology to streamline their operations and keep their members informed throughout an outage event.
Jason explained their drone program and the training that goes into using them. He also walked us through what happens behind the scenes during an outage event to ensure members know what’s happening along the way.
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.
The Drones Are Coming! The Drones Are Coming!
We were in the studio with Ryan White, Digital Media Specialist with REC for a conversation about video and the introduction of drones to the REC fleet. Ryan explained all the ways using drones for inspections and storm outage/restoration will decrease outage times and increase safety protocols for REC workers and members.
REC STORIES
Meet the CARE Charity Board: Tootie Rinker
Tuesday | August 5, 2025
Tootie Rinker may have spent much of her childhood overseas, but her roots run deep in Winchester, VA.
Bringing Community to Life: Team Wins Multiple National Awards for Storytelling
Thursday | July 24, 2025
REC's Communications and Public Relations team has been nationally recognized for their outstanding creativity, strategic messaging, and powerful memb...
REC Brings Free Family Fun to Ashland with Sponsorship of Summer Movie Series
Wednesday | July 23, 2025
Families in Ashland are enjoying free summer entertainment thanks to REC, which is proudly sponsoring Ashland Theatre’s “Free Movie Mondays” series th...