By Kenny GriswoldVice President, Information Technology for Broad River Electric Cooperative In today’s digital world, cyberattacks are unfortunately nothing new. Cybercriminals can attack on multiple levels, from large-scale attacks targeting corporations to smaller phishing attacks aimed at gaining an individual’s […]
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Surge Protection 101
A power surge is an unexpected increase in voltage, and it can occur from a variety of sources. Regardless of the cause, power surges can damage electronic devices and equipment in your home. Let’s look at common causes of power […]
Energy-saving tips for the dog days of August
You don’t have to know much about upstate South Carolina to know how hot and humid it gets in August. Most of us probably feel like we know a little too much about the oppressive late-summer heat and swampy humidity […]
Be Prepared for Summer Storms
As we’ve already experienced this summer, storms can hit our area quickly, damaging the lines and equipment that bring power to your home. We know you’d like to see your electrical service returned just as quickly, so Broad River Electric […]
Know the signs of a scam
Utility scams have been around for a long time, but fraudsters have changed their tactics since the COVID-19 pandemic. As consumers became more reliant on technology, scammers adapted their tactics. Imposter scams are now the number one type of fraud […]
Education grants for bright ideas: Apply online by July 31, 2022
We know there are a lot of creative and innovative teachers in our local schools. Unfortunately, they don’t always have the funding they need to carry out their best-laid plans in the classroom. Blacksburg High students Kara Martin and Adam […]
10 Energy Conservation Ideas
Energy conservation is something that you can put into practice right now. Here are some you can get started with today. Turn your refridgerator down. Refridgerators account for as much as 13.7% of the total household energy use. To increase […]
Idle Electronics Can Cause Your Utility Bills to Remain High
According to a Consumer Electronics Association study, the average American household has 28 electronic products that must use electricity until they are charged enough for use, or remain plugged in until ready for use. How many do you think your […]
Alexa…How much energy do you use?
Be Careful Before Inviting Alexa Home Connecting a Smart Speaker to a New TV Can Dramatically Increase TV Energy Use. Many of the newest TVs on the market offer the ability to be linked with an adjacent smart speaker via […]
Ways to Save this Spring on Your Utility Bill
For 10 more energy saving tips, head to the US Department of Energy