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Five Ways to Safeguard Your Home This Winter

As the temperatures drop and the days grow shorter, there’s a natural inclination to create a warm and cozy haven at home. Unfortunately, as we see increased use of heating equipment, candles and electrical items, the number of home fires tends to increase during winter months.   Here are five ways you can safeguard your home for the winter season.

Thanksgiving Food Prep Safety

During the holidays, family and friends gather to celebrate. Usually, food is involved. But not all feasts turn out festive. The United States Fire Administration estimates more than 2,000 residential fires are reported each Thanksgiving, with cooking the leading cause. Protect your home and family from fire hazards by installing smoke alarms in every bedroom, outside each sleeping area and on every level of the home. Test the batteries in…

Celebrate Member Appreciation Day on Tuesday, October 24th

Member Appreciation Day As an electric cooperative, we are member-owned. Our annual Member Appreciation Day is our way of saying ‘thank you’ to the wonderful members we serve across western Kentucky. Kenergy is excited to announce our annual Member Appreciation Day will take place on Tuesday, October 24th from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Members can visit the location closest to them and receive a free lunch, including a sandwich,…

Prepare Your Home for Winter Weather

Doing a staycation for fall break? Be productive and get your home prepared for winter weather with these five jobs: 1. Caulk windows and doors, even if you did it last fall. Cracks in old caulk can let cold air in and warm air out. 2. Reverse the direction of ceiling fan blades so they circulate clockwise. 3. Get your chimney inspected and cleaned if you plan to burn wood…

Electric Co-ops Grow for the Communities They Serve

October is National Co-op Month October is National Co-op Month, and Kenergy is joining cooperatives across the U.S. to celebrate. Co-ops come in all shapes and sizes, but they each have a common goal: to provide goods or services for the members of the co-op. Electric co-ops, including Kenergy, exist to serve their members. Our priority is to provide affordable, reliable energy to our local communities. Because we are led…

Spooky Energy Savings

This spooky season, we’re sharing a few energy-saving tricks so you can treat yourself to lower energy bills. Here are four simple ways to summon the spirit of energy efficiency. Conjure instant savings with a smart thermostat. One of the easiest ways to save energy is through thermostat control, since home heating and cooling account for a large portion of monthly energy use. Smart thermostats can help you manage heating…

Kenergy Public Notice for Case No. 2023-00276

Kenergy Corp., 6402 Old Corydon Road, Henderson, KY 42420, will file an application for an adjustment in existing rates on or around October 2, 2023 with the Kentucky Public Service Commission (“KPSC”) in Case No. 2023-00276. The proposed changes are designed to increase revenues $4,876,566 and are proposed to be effective on November 2, 2023. To view the full public notice, please click HERE. To view the full case file…

Energy Saving Can Protect Grid During Weather Extremes

Kenergy members can help protect the power grid by incorporating energy-saving tips during extended heat waves. This week’s near-100-degree temperatures will strain this region’s power grid, particularly as the heat in Kentucky and the Midwest continues to rise on Thursday, August 24th. The power you use at your home or business is generated and delivered at the time you use it. When electricity usage spikes regionally during extreme weather, the…