Get Smarter: Smart Thermostats

We recorded today’s episode via Zoom with Casey Hollins, Director of Communications and Public Relations for Rappahannock Electric Cooperative to learn about smart thermostats.

Casey explained that heating and cooling can equal half of a consumer’s electric bill and that you can get the most impact for lowering those costs by programming your thermostat. She walked us through some things to consider when choosing a smart thermostat for your home and compared the two most popular options: Nest & ecobee.

Does Louis “Walk the Walk?”

During our conversation today with Louis O’Berry, Energy Management Advisor for Rappahannock Electric Cooperative, we discussed his personal energy saving practices (as well as those of other REC employees) in his own home. We tried to determine whether Louis actually walked the walk or simply talked the talk. Have a listen and decide for yourself.

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REC's New Bill is Here

Thursday | October 1, 2026
REC bills issued in October will feature a new design that makes key account information easier to find and understand.
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Fall Back on Fire Safety

Thursday | October 1, 2026
When you turn your clocks back this fall, take a few minutes to check another important item in your home: your smoke alarms.