Outage Map
How Net Metering Works
Residential solar systems are becoming more attainable, and more homeowners are exploring rooftop solar panels as an additional source for powering their homes.
Wrapped in Savings
Ensuring your home is properly insulated can improve energy efficiency and make your home more comfortable. Insulation acts like a cozy coat that reduces heat loss during winter months and a protective layer that reduces heat gain during summer months.
5 Ways to Save During Winter
Keep your bills in check with these tips to save energy — and money!
The Power of Smart Home Technologies
Smart home technologies are transforming how we live
Spooky Energy Savings
This spooky season, we’re sharing a few energy-saving tricks so you can treat yourself to lower energy bills.
Can I Install, Replace, or Add Insulation Myself?
Once you know what to look for, you can seal air leaks all around your home on your own.
Get Smart About Home Lighting
We’ve entered a new era of innovative and intelligent technologies, which includes smart lighting.
Beat the Heat & Save Energy: Summer Energy-Saving Tips
As summer heats up, we all want to stay cool and comfortable without breaking the bank.
Heat Pumps Versus Air Conditioners
Heat pumps and air conditioners are two popular home cooling methods. At first glance both systems might look the same, but there is a major difference between how they operate.
Efficiency Upgrades to Help You Save This Summer
If you’re planning to make improvements to your home, consider upgrades that promote better efficiency.
Do Heat Pumps Work In Our Cold Climate?
Central Electric Cooperative Energy Specialists visit homes every day and one common question they receive is, “do heat pumps actually work in our cold climate?”
2022/2023 Heating Degree Days
Now that winter is over, and we say goodbye to the snow we wanted to take a minute to review this season’s heating degree days.
Can I Over-Seal My House, or Make it Too Tight?
While it is possible to seal a house too tightly, it is unlikely in most older homes.
5 Ways to Save During Winter
Winter weather typically means increased energy use at home. Keep your bills in check with these tips to save energy — and money!
Let It Snow, Let It Snow
During our normal winters we can get buried in a bit of snow, which can easily cover the outdoor unit of your heat pump.
5 Ways to Fight the Winter Chill and Save Energy
We all have our favorite season.
Prepare Your Home for Winter
This winter, ensure your home is cozy and energy efficient with a few simple tips.
Rebates Increase for Heat Pump Water Heaters Stop Paying More Than You Should Be
Central Electric Cooperative (CEC) is increasing the rebate to $1,000 for heat pump water heaters that replace standard electric water heaters.
Is An EV Right For You?
Electric vehicles (EV) are being talked about across the country, so how do you know if an EV is right for you?
Measuring the Efficiency of Heat Pumps & Air Conditioners
If you are in the market for a new heat pump, or a new central air conditioner you might be wondering how to gauge which of the options a HVAC contractor gives you is the most energy efficient.
Stay Fresh: 5 Tips for Better Indoor Air Quality
There are ways you can easily improve the air quality of your home. Here are 5 tips to help you breathe a little easier.
Commercial EV Charger Evaluation Support
Are you a CEC member business and are unsure about how much installing an EV charger will cost, or how many and what type you might want?
What’s the Difference Between a Split System & a Packaged Unit?
A central air conditioner or heat pump is either a split-system unit or a packaged unit.
Auto Settings on Thermostats
Many thermostats have 3 options when selecting the mode of the thermostat; heat, cool and auto.
Save Energy with a Smart Thermostat
Making smart home energy choices can save consumers in the long run.
5 Ways to Save Energy When Working from Home
Today, more Americans are working from home than ever before. More time spent at home means more energy used throughout the day.
Improve Your Indoor Air Quality
This last summer and fall we found ourselves in the middle of wildfire smoke, more than we could imagine.
Are Portable Space Heaters Efficient for My Home?
Punxsutawney Phil has spoken and predicted 6 more weeks of winter.
Benefits of Duct Sealing
In houses with forced-air heating and cooling systems, ducts are used to distribute air throughout the house.
Holiday Décor Tips for an Energy-Wise Home
Whether you’ve already decked your halls or you’re just getting started, there’s still time to incorporate energy savings into your holiday décor planning.
Make Sure Your Smart Thermostat Is Wired Correctly
With all the desire to have a smart thermostat, Nest and Ecobee being 2 of the more popular brands, I’d like to give users a heads up.
Let’s Beat the Peak Together
As a member of Central Electric Cooperative you know how to make smart energy choices that help you save money.
A Balanced Approach is Needed, Not More Litigation
Not a day goes by that I don’t consider the cooperative’s long-term future and the ability to continue delivering our members clean, reliable, and affordable energy.
Energy Savings for Your Business
Locally owned businesses are the backbone of our community.
Windows, The Other Part of a Wall
Did you know windows can make a significant impact in your home?
What Is In a Crawl Space? What To See and Not See
Trekking into your home’s crawl space is not part of “The Grand Tour.”
Electric Vehicle Program
As part of Central Electric Cooperative’s efforts to promote transportation electrification, CEC is proud to offer two new rebates through our Electric Vehicle & Charger Rebate Program.
Suds and Savings
10 Ways to Save Energy in the Laundry Room
“Watts Up“? Savings with Commercial Lighting Upgrade
By investing in an energy efficient lighting upgrade, you will save electricity and lower your utility bill.
Expect Changes in Residential Building Codes and Energy Codes In 2021
Did you know an estimated 75% of U.S. buildings will be new or renovated by 2035?
Invest in Energy Efficiency
CEC’s Energy Efficiency blog might be an unusual place to read about investments, but investing in your home or business is exactly what energy efficiency is about.
CEC’s New Home Performance Path Brings Savings and Efficiencies
Are you looking to build a new home in Central Electric Cooperative’s territory?
5 Ways to Stay Cozy this Winter
Baby, it’s cold outside!
Create Warmth in Your Home
Will winter last until May?
4 Ways to Save Energy in the Kitchen
Ah, the kitchen. It’s undeniably one of the most-loved rooms in our homes.
CEC’s Weatherization Program Incentives Updated
On October 1, 2020, Central Electric Cooperative will be updating the Weatherization Program Incentives.
Heat Pumps or Ductless Heat Pumps? I Just Want to Be Cool!
With summer in full swing it is boiling outside, and for many of you it is not much cooler inside your home.
Top 10 Low Cost/No Cost Energy Saving Tips for Summer
R-Values & U-Values…What Does It All Mean?
While I am in the field performing energy audits and inspections, I frequently receive questions about those magic letters that keep your house warm in the winter and cool in the summer.
Summer Energy Saving Tips
Summer is upon us, and that means a change in seasons for Central Oregon residents.
Smart Thermostat Options
A Comparison of the Market’s Smartest and Most Popular
What You Need to Consider for Your Heating System
Did you know your home structure is also considered the building “shell”?
All Types of Insulation are Not Created Equal
There are many types of insulation products; fiberglass batts, blown fiberglass, cellulose, rockwool, rigid foam products, spray foams, etc.
How Will You Celebrate Earth Day?
Earth Day is considered one of the world’s largest civic events, and on April 22, we can all be part of this global movement to help the environment.
All About Weatherization
What is Weatherization?
Benefits Beyond a Rebate
The addition of a heat pump to your home’s heating system provides many benefits, including saving energy, money and making your home more comfortable.
Clearing the Air
Checking, changing, or cleaning your filter once a month saves money and extends the life of your home’s heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system.
Where is My Electricity Going?
This is a common question asked by CEC members every day.
Ice Dam Season…What Next?
As Central Oregon has seen record snow fall in the past few winters, ice dams are becoming a more prominent issue. There are many factors that lead to ice dam formation, but in summary the primary culprits are heat loss from your home, snow cover, and outside temperatures.