Carolina Kitchen

OUR EMPOWERED CO-OP

Our membership is full of inspiring folks! In 2023 we’d like to take a moment to highlight and celebrate these members of the community. If you know or are someone who empowers your community, let us know! We’d love to spotlight innovative and excellent neighbors!

Some examples of what this might look like in your community:

A neighbor who has done something extraordinary

A local business that goes above and beyond in serving its customers

A beloved teacher or staff member who has inspired their students

Local members who have invented something new or carved a new path for themselves or others

Those who have seen a pain point within the neighborhood and resolved it themselves

And so much more!

Send your nominations to communications@energyunited.com.

HOLIDAY HOURS

We will be closed on Friday 12/23 and Monday 12/26 for business.

Holiday Efficiency Crossword Puzzle

The holiday season is a fun, festive time of year! It’s also a time when we use more electricity. Complete the crossword puzzle below to learn how you and your family can be more energy efficient this holiday season.

1. down: Decorate your 2. across: Smart or programmable with energy-saving LED lights. can help control heating costs

if you’re traveling during the holiday season. 3. down: Save energy by using a to turn off holiday lights at night. 4. across: If you have a fireplace, ask an adult to close the damper when a 5. down: Open blinds and curtains during the day to let natural is not burning. in to warm

your home. 6. across: Lower the thermostat when your family has visiting during the holidays.

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ANSWER KEY 1. Down: Tree 2. Across: Thermostats 3. Down: Timer 4. Across: Fire 5. Down: Sunlight 6. Across:Guests