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Dos and Don'ts: Planting Trees
Follow these safety tips when planting trees for energy conservation and curb appeal.
Smart Choices
Apr 23, 20242 min read


Clean Up Your Energy Budget This Spring
Spring cleaning is the perfect time to take on energy waste in your home.
Smart Choices
Mar 18, 20242 min read


A Bright Idea: HCREC and Harvest Hills Housing Development Partnership with Community Solar
At Harrison County REC, we believe that investing in sustainable energy is key to building a brighter future. Our newest partnership with...
Harrison County REC
Jan 17, 20242 min read


Make Your Morning Routine More Energy Efficient
Simple tips to help you wake up to lower energy bills this morning and all year.
Smart Choices
Jan 13, 20241 min read


Energy and Demand: Why It's Important to Understand the Difference
To reduce your electricity demand and save money, think about your appliances and when you use them.
Smart Choices
Dec 19, 20232 min read


Network, Earn CEUs at 2024 Building Trades Conference
The Momentum is Building Conference connects Iowa's construction industry with local electric cooperatives' services and resources.
Smart Choices
Nov 13, 20232 min read


Ask an Expert: High Energy Bills
Energy costs vary, but we list some common reasons why they may suddenly increase.
Smart Choices
Nov 13, 20231 min read


Factors That Impact Electricity Prices
When asked what impacts electricity prices, many utilities talk about how the daily cost of living seems to have increased across the...
Harrison County REC
Aug 23, 20233 min read


Ask an Expert: Energy-Efficient Clothes Dryers
High-performance clothes dryers save energy by only supplying the necessary amount of heat required by the load.
Smart Choices
Aug 22, 20231 min read


Ask an Expert: Household Electricity Use
How much electricity does the average household use in a year? And are there ways to decrease electricity use?
Smart Choices
Jul 16, 20232 min read


Let’s Beat the Peak Together this Summer. A message from CEO, Joe Farley
As a member of Harrison County REC, you know how to make smart energy choices that help you save money. But did you know that when you...
Harrison County REC
Jun 26, 20232 min read


Air Source Heat Pumps Are Comfortably Efficient
Air Source Heat Pumps can provide highly efficient comfort for your home all year long.
Smart Choices
Jun 13, 20232 min read


Beat the Heat and Peak this Summer!
What is “Peak Demand” or “Peak Energy Times”? The time frame where the population is using electricity at the same time is what we refer...
Harrison County REC
May 23, 20233 min read


Ask an Expert: Time-of-Day Savings
What are some simple ways to shift energy use to off-peak hours?
Smart Choices
May 15, 20231 min read


Join us on the 2023 Energy Trail Tour
Harrison County Rural Electric Cooperative and Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative invite you to join us for one of three Energy Trail Tours...
Harrison County REC
Apr 24, 20231 min read


Ask an Expert: Cooling with Fans
Do ceiling fans cool the room itself or the occupants? Ask the expert!
Smart Choices
Apr 7, 20231 min read


Ask an Expert: LEDs in Enclosed Fixtures
Can you use LED bulbs in enclosed light fixtures?
Smart Choices
Mar 17, 20231 min read


Landscaping for Energy Efficiency
A well-designed landscape will add beauty to your home and can help save on heating and cooling costs.
Smart Choices
Mar 17, 20231 min read


Save Money on a Heat Pump Installation
Federal tax credits and incentives from your electric co-op make heat pump installation more economical than ever before.
Smart Choices
Mar 17, 20231 min read


Good News About Air-Source Heat Pumps
Take a closer look at air-source heat pumps as an energy-efficient and money-saving HVAC alternative.
Smart Choices
Feb 13, 20234 min read
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