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Jackson EMC offers tips for staying cool as summer’s heating up

May
24
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2019
| 10:40 PM America/New_York
(JEFFERSON, GA. May 24, 2019) – As temperatures climb into the 90s, Jackson Electric Membership Corporation encourages members to reduce energy use where possible to save money. When temperatures outside are high, heat pumps must work overtime to …
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Ways to Save: Summer Rates Now in Effect

May
15
,
2019
| 04:02 PM America/New_York
When temperatures rise in the summer, the demand for electricity to keep homes and businesses comfortable also rises, along with costs for providers to generate electricity. But, for Jackson EMC members, the cost of electricity in the summer  is …
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Make it Fun: Teach Kids to Save Energy

March
18
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2019
| 07:01 PM America/New_York
Parents may understand that saving energy is a part of managing a household budget. But, kids? Most likely, they need some help. The good news is that teaching kids about energy efficiency can be fun. By making energy-saving steps entertaining …
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A Whole New Light

February
13
,
2019
| 06:32 PM America/New_York
Traditional incandescent lightbulbs are making way for more energy efficient options, like light-emitting diode (LED) bulbs. LEDs use only 20-25 percent of the energy of traditional incandescent bulbs and last 15 to 25 times longer, according to …
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Ways to Save: Summer Rates Now in Effect

May
10
,
2018
| 02:28 PM America/New_York
When the summer months hit, Jackson EMC members typically use more electricity to cool their houses and businesses. But, take heart: You’ll spend fewer energy dollars than most households in Georgia. Higher temperatures increase the demand for …
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Becoming the Boss: How I Gained Control Over My Power Bill

July
14
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2017
| 07:48 PM America/New_York
Every year as March gives way to April, I vow to add to spring cleaning tasks an analysis of my energy use with plans to address the culprits that pump up my power bill. But before I know it, summer’s almost over and I’m getting the kids ready for …
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