A vendor for Kenergy will be performing network maintenance on Friday, February 21st at 11:59pm. We anticipate the work to last for approximately two hours. Members will not be able to access the SmartHub application to make payments during this time. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Today’s economy has more people working from their homes instead of commuting to offices. If you’re one of them, consider making over your home office with energy-efficient features.

• Turn your computer off when you’re finished working for the day. It’s tempting to leave your computer on for quick access, but it’s unnecessary to leave it on 24/7. If you will be away from work for more than two hours, shut it down.
• Enable the power management features on your computer. These are the features that automatically put your computer into standby mode when not in use.
• Shut off printers, copiers, scanners and other large equipment when not in use. Plug them into one power strip to shut them off with one flick of the switch. If you often forget to turn them off, use a power strip with a timer to power down each night.
• When buying new equipment, look for the ENERGY STAR label on all computers and printers. Choose equipment that does double duty—like a printer than also scans and copies, for instance. That way, you’ll have fewer devices to plug into the wall.

Picture this all too familiar scene: You walk into the living room after a long day at work and find your dog chewing on something (again). You ask him what he has in his mouth (like he’s going to answer you!). On most days, he’s chewing on your favorite pair of shoes. But this time, an electrical cord in his mouth. Being cute and cuddly won’t help him now. He may have put himself in danger of injury or death and created a shock or fire hazard in your home.

Spending a little time “pet-proofing” your home will help you avoid a pet-related accident. If you have a pet, check out these tips to protect your furry friend from electrical hazards:

• Small mammals and birds have a habit of gnawing on things, which might include exposed electrical cords. Try to block access to these cords by strategically placing your furniture so pets can’t reach them. Sometimes it’s hard to hide every wire, so you should consider wrapping or encasing them.
• Most hardware stores sell flexible safety cables and PVC. Aesthetically speaking, they’re not the best solution, but safety comes first. Electrical shock is not the only issue with wires. If you have multiple cables close to each other, your pet might get tangled up and injured.
• Just like kids, pets hate certain foods because of how they taste. You can purchase a pet deterrent spray from a pet shop and coat your electrical cords to discourage chewing. Another great way to deter them is to give your pet toys to play with. Some dog and cat breeds have more energy, so make sure you understand your pet’s needs.
• Invest the time in training. You can train a dog to stop chewing the couch, you can train a cat to keep off the counters, and you can train your pet to stay away from wires.

If the worst happens, visit a veterinarian immediately. Remember electrical shocks are life-threatening and should be treated as emergencies. Some symptoms aren’t easy to detect just by looking at your pet.

If you have any other questions about pet electrical safety, reach out to Kenergy for more advice and information.

Notice is hereby given that an amendment was made to Kenergy’s net metering tariff. The amendment was made to page 46 increasing the maximum rate capacity allowed under the Net Metering Act from 30 kilowatts (kW) to 45 kW. This amendment went into effect on January 1, 2020.

You can read the amended page HERE. 

Prior to Kenergy’s annual membership meeting to be held on June 9, 2020, five individuals will be elected to represent Districts 4, 6, 8 and 9 as well as the large industrial members.

A district director must be a member of the cooperative and must reside in the district he or she represents.

Any 15 or more members may make nominations of eligible persons for district director and any five or more large industrial members may make nominations of eligible persons for the industrial director. Such nominations shall be by signed written petition and must be submitted to the co-op by 4:00 p.m. on February 19, 2020. Only members eligible to vote in a district are authorized to sign a petition nominating a member from that district.

Information about the election is available HERE or you may contact Debbie Hayden at 270-689-6101 or dhayden@kenergycorp.com.

All Kenergy offices will be closed Wednesday, January 1, 2020 for New Year’s Day. We hope you have a safe and happy holiday with your family!

As always, you can make payments on our SmartHub app 24/7.