A washing machine is a common home appliance that most people use to clean their clothes and fabrics. Older top loader washing machines generally use more water and energy, this is why more modern and energy efficient designs are front loaders. A washing machine will use 400 to 1300 watts, with modern Energy Star rated models using about 500 watts. This simple formula calculates how much energy the average energy efficient 500 Watt washing machine that is used for two hours t

Let FREE light and heat from the sun inside your home this fall. Making sure heat doesn’t escape from your windows is important, but that doesn’t mean you can’t take advantage of the sun heating up your home and providing free light. Open your blinds or curtains for south-facing windows on sunny fall days. In the evening, don’t forget to close them to lock in the free heat. In areas where your home doesn’t get much sun, especially in areas shaded from trees, keep your curtain

***Please note the power has been restored at the below noted locations *** We are currently experiencing a power outage that is affecting Members west of Westlock within the following LSD's: 58-1-5 59-1-5 58-27-5 59-27-5 Crews have been dispatched. We appreciate your patience and understanding while power is being restored.

We are currently experiencing a power outage that is affecting Members west of Westlock within the following LSD's: 58-1-5 59-1-5 58-27-5 59-27-5 Crews have been dispatched. We appreciate your patience and understanding while power is being restored.

Using an outdoor grill to cook food in the summer is an excellent way to save energy. Using your outdoor grill or even a fire pit means you don’t have to turn your oven or stove top on so they won't be drawing any power! With your appliances off, your kitchen stays cooler, which in turn means your refrigerator and your air conditioner do not have to work as hard. By cooking outdoors you will reduce your overall kitchen energy consumption.

Did you know that a GenerLink can be used in all four seasons during a power outage, and ensure that you never have to worry about a storm rolling in? GenerLink is a product that makes connecting a generator easy and safe while providing homeowners the opportunity to run critical items in their homes during a power outage. It is only meant to run critical items in your home during an outage and not the whole house. GenerLink eliminates the hassles of running multiple extensio

In the event of a power outage, one of the first things you should do, is check your breaker at the transformer pole to ensure it is UP and in the ON position. In the event that you check your breaker and it is DOWN and in the OFF position, all you may have to do in order to restore power is turn the breaker back into the ON position by flipping it UP. If you have checked your breaker and it is in the ON position, but you still have no power, please contact our Emergency Line

While watering your garden helps bring it to life, some energy and water can be wasted in the process. Although the garden may be producing more regarding harvest, using energy-efficient pumps and taking on smart landscaping design can help save energy. Following responsible watering practices can help reduce water waste in the garden. For instance, it's advisable to water your plants during the coolest part of the day, mainly early in the morning or later in the evening afte

Are you planning on planting trees or building a fence this summer? Make sure you know your responsibilities before you dig. Contact Alberta One-Call to request that the buried utilities on your property be located and marked at least two full working days before you plan to dig. www.albertaonecall.com 1-800-242-3447 For information on secondary line locates, please contact our office at 780-349-3655.

Please note that on Wednesday August 12, 2020 there will be a planned power outage (PPO). This PPO will affect Members in the Dapp and Jarvie areas between 12:30 PM and 3:30 PM within the following LSD's: 1-11, 14-17, 21-28, 34 of 63-26-4 7-8, 16-22, 27-34 of 62-26-4 2, 11-13 of 63-27-4 2-4, 8-11, 14-16, 21-27, 34-36 of 62-27-4 26, 34-35 of 61-27-4 1-2, 10-51, 24-25 of 62-01-5