Blue Ridge Energy Blog

The Advantages of Usage Tracker
Aug 1, 2022
There are many factors that impact our daily home energy usage. Your bill may be higher on days that you work from home, due to weather, or a day you forgot to close the window and ran the AC. Blue Ridge Energy has a resource for its members so they can track their energy usage – Usage Tracker.…
EV Pick-Up Trucks
Jun 9, 2022
As electric vehicles have become more popular in-demand, EV pick-up trucks have been on the rise. Here is a breakdown of some of the electric trucks on the market and those to be here soon. Ford F-150 Lightning Ford has electrified their classic F-150. Cost: starting at $39,974 Average mileage per…
Energy Saving Amazon Wishlist
Jun 6, 2022
There are many gadgets for your home that can help you save energy and money! These tools range from small, easy options such as outlet insulators to big ticket items like a smart thermostat. Here is an Amazon Wishlist of 12 items to help you outfit your home to be the most energy efficient and…
6 Essential Energy and Money Saving Tips for Summer
May 23, 2022
What to Plant in Right-of-Way Areas
May 23, 2022
VLOG episode: The Electric Grid and Cyberwars
May 16, 2022
VLOG Episode: Launching a Utility-Scale Solar Facility
Mar 21, 2022
Propane and Fuels
Behind the Scenes: Direct Vent Fireplace Insert Installation
Sep 22, 2021
Have you ever wondered what goes into installing a direct vent insert? We were able to follow a Blue Ridge Energy Propane and Fuels team to a home installation, where we were shown the process step-by-step. Part One: Installing Vents on the Roof We started out on the roof of the house. Two long…
Membership Electric
Footing the Bill for Broadband Shouldn’t Fall to Blue Ridge Energy Members
Sep 15, 2021
Propane and Fuels
4 Tips for Gas Fire Pit and Fire Table Maintenance
Sep 14, 2021
As the chilly autumn nights roll in, there's nothing better than warming up outside with family and friends. Having a fire pit that is fueled by propane already means that maintenance is a lot easier since you don't have to deal with the added clean-up. However, there are still a few things you can…
Membership
How Members Benefit From Our Subsidiaries
Sep 9, 2021
Energy Efficiency Propane and Fuels
The Difference Between Tank & Tankless Water Heaters
Sep 2, 2021