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Current Lines: April 2004
Welcome to the April 2004 edition of Current Lines newsletter, a monthly publication of Tri-County EMC.
Below are a few samples of the articles in this current newsletter. To read the full article,
just click on the "Click here to read more" link.
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Introducing a New Look for Current Lines and Your Energy Bill
Starting this month, Current Lines has a new look. Our redesigned newsletter makes learning about your cooperative faster, easier and more enjoyable. Inside, you will find important feature stories about Tri-County EMC, energy efficiency tips, and your longtime favorite... the recipe. Plus, you'll find a couple of new features, including an "energy tip of the month." Current Lines can also be found at
www.tri-countyemc.com.
In addition to a new look for Current Lines, we've also updated your monthly statement bill. The cleaner, more open design is easier to read and understand. You'll also find a breakdown of current charges, energy usage comparison data and graphs, and an updated area for breaking news about Tri-County EMC. Click here to read more... |
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Tri-County EMC Foundation Awards Operation Roundup Funds
On March 9, the Tri-County EMC Foundation awarded $18,650 in Operation Roundup Funds to the following local organizations: Click here to read more...
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Operation Roundup Strong Nationwide
Since Tri-County EMC introduced an Operation Roundup program in 2001, over $220,000 has been granted to 75 organizations in eight counties. The program, started by Palmetto EMC in Ridgeland, S.C. in 1989, had 129 participants at that time. Three years later, 245 electric cooperatives across the country offer the program, all benefiting local needs. In Georgia, 18 EMCs have discovered the success of the program, with over $3.8 million being granted within the state.
Click here to read more...
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Celebrate Earth Day with Green Power
Since April 22, 1970, Earth Day has been an annual event for people around the world to celebrate the earth and our responsibility toward it. Middle Georgia has a rich array of natural resources. There are many things you can do to protect our resources through conservation. For starters, change a few habits. Visit www.tri-countyemc.com or read Current Lines for tips on lowering energy bills and making your home more efficient. Click here to read more...
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Energy Tip of the Month
Spring cleaning time is here. You could reduce the energy consumption for your refrigerator or freezer by as much as 25 percent by routinely vacuuming dust or pet hair from around the condenser coils. Dust blocks airflow, making motors run hotter and increasing run times required
to keep your food refrigerated or frozen. For more information on energy efficiency, visit Tri-County EMC's website at www.tri-countyemc.com.
EMC Employees Teach Safety
Tri-County EMC employees took part in Mattie Wells Elementary School's Annual Spring Fling in March. Using the cooperative's high voltage demonstration, Tri-County representatives encouraged students and guests to respect electricity and avoid electrical hazards. To schedule a high-voltage demonstration for your organization, call (478) 986-8126 or 1-866-254-8100, ext. 8126.
Unclaimed Capital Credits
The names of members owed unclaimed capital credits for 1982 and 1983 will be published in the May issue of Current Lines. Watch for the names of people you may know.
Yard Sale Fundraiser Scheduled
Enjoy Yard Sales? If so, plan to visit two Sidewalk Sales to be held at Tri-County's Office in Gray April 17 and 24. From 7:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m., Tri-County EMC's Relay for Life team will offer a wide variety of wares from clothing to furniture. All proceeds will benefit the Jones County Relay for Life and the American Cancer Society.
Did You Know? ...
The average residential usage for Tri-County EMC members increased from 873 kWh per month in 1990 to 1,142 kWh per month in 2003. While heating and cooling systems and appliance efficiencies improved during this period, average home sizes grew and the number of electronic devices in homes increased dramatically.
May Recipe: Have a favorite grilled recipe you'd like to share? Send it to: Margaret Morris, Tri-County EMC, P.O. Box 487, Gray, GA 31032 or margaretm@tri-countyemc.com.
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