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Join us on March 17, 2022 at Circle Middle School for our Annual Meeting. We hope that you will plan on attending the annual meeting and take part in the business of the cooperative.

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Cooperatives are autonomous, self-help organizations controlled by their members. If they enter into agreements with other organizations, including governments, or raise capital from external sources, it's on terms that ensure democratic control as well as their unique identity.

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We will never call or email to ask for personal or financial information. #knowthesigns #stopscammers

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Well, short of asking a contractor, you can actually search by model number online. You can also look at your thermostat and see if your thermostat has an “emergency heat’ setting. Although there are a few more ways to tell if you have a heat pump, these are the simplest.

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Remember that it is dangerous to plug a portable electric generator into a wall outlet or connect directly to a home's wiring. This can energize utility power lines and injure you or others. More safety tips: https://t.co/V3XE5s2SDj

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Living more efficiently doesn’t have to be expensive or hard. The important thing is to just start! Feeling chilly as you walk through your home? Before you reach for the thermostat, put on a pair of socks or an extra layer.

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#DYK: Presidents' Day never falls on the actual birthday of any American president? Four chief executives were born in Feb, but their birthdays don't coincide with Presidents' Day, which is always celebrated on the third Monday of the month. via @HISTORY

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#DYK that in December 2018, Butler Electric Cooperative energized a 1-megawatt solar farm located south of Andover? Read more about it here https://t.co/hSZVnDOkgk.

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Education and training for members, elected representatives, directors, CEOs, and employees help them effectively contribute to the development of their cooperatives.

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Be mindful of the energy you are using when temperatures turn FREEZING. Remember, we offer several energy efficiency solutions and we’d love to tell you about them. Reach out to us today: https://t.co/QdQhZfot0b

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#HomeEfficiencyTip: Weatherstrip exterior doors and windows. Sealing air leaks around doors and windows saves energy and can reduce heating and cooling costs 10% to 30%.

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Make sure everyone is trained in safe practices around electricity.

If your equipment does hit a power line, pole, or guy wire, do not leave the cab. Immediately call 911, warn others to stay away and wait for the utility crew to cut the power.

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Before using your slow cooker, be sure to check the electrical cord for frayed or loose wires, inspect the legs, handles and lid for tightness and security, and be sure to check your smoke detector batteries before use.

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From our lineworkers to our office staff, we hope you have an electrifying Valentine’s Day!

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How much energy do Americans consume on Super Bowl Sunday? We don't know, but we DO know that your big screen, crockpot, or microwave are all powered by rural electric lines! #SuperBowlLVI

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Have you heard about Operation Roundup? Operation Roundup is a program that helps Butler EC enhance the lives of the less fortunate in our communities and also help area charities and service organizations. For more info visit our website here https://t.co/ZjOsc116gD.

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Like all heating and cooling systems, heat pump sizing varies according to your specific needs. When your contractor comes to your home to give you an estimate, they should perform a Manual J load calculation to determine which size you need.

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Squirrels give a new meaning to party line! Did you know these rowdy rodents are responsible for almost half of all power outages caused by wildlife? It’s enough to drive us nuts! Read more: https://t.co/d9DPqQaptc via @nature_org

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Would you be willing to welcome a robot into your home? Amazon is leading the rise of domestic robots this year with the introduction of their household robot, Astro. Check out this trend, plus six more, you may be seeing throughout 2022: https://t.co/uQpFni27Wg via @Forbes

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#HomeEfficiencyTip: Keep your computer in sleep mode. You may be done using it, but if not set on sleep mode, the computer still uses electricity.