Firelands Electric Co-op strives to provide dependable electricity at a competitive cost to every member. As a member, you have a voice in how the co-op is run to energize and enhance your life with affordable electricity. The power is all yours, and it's up to you to turn it on and save money through responsible energy use. Your cooperative proudly serves a wide range of members, both commercial and residential. We encourage you to take a look around and see how you can maximize the energy savings at your home or place of business. Whether you're shopping for a new hot water heater or just looking for ways to cut down on energy costs, we cover it all here in our education section.
- Appliance Calculator
- Electric Vehicle Calculator
- Lighting Calculator
- Heating Comparison Calculator
- Space Heater Calculator
- Energy Advisor — Calculate the energy use in Your Home
- Other useful energy efficiency resources
- Appliance Wattage and Cost Chart (Sept. 2023)
- Are Tankless Water Heaters a Wise Choice?
- How to Read an Appliance Energy Guide
- Water Heater Choices and Maintenance Tips
- Space Heaters: Friend or Foe?
- How to Clean Your Refrigerator Coils
- Spotting and Repairing Air Leaks in Your Ductwork
- Boosting the Energy Efficiency of a Manufactured Home
- Fundamentals of Electricity
- Home Energy Library — Information on numerous energy topics
- Geothermal Heat Pumps
- Power Quality — Common causes of electrical issues in your home
- Interactive Energy Home — Explore efficiency tips for each room of your home
- DIY Energy Audit — Department of Energy
- ENERGY STAR Yardstick
- Home Energy Saver — Department of Energy
- QuestLine — Commercial Energy Library & Calculators
- Together We Save — Using Energy Wisely
- Ways You Can Help Relieve Pressure on the Electric Grid
- Energy Analyzer Program
- Federal Tax Credits for Energy Efficiency
- Renewable Energy
Saving energy isn't just for adults, because kids have the power to make a BIG difference too! Our Kid’s Energy Zone and Kids Korner sections provided by Touchstone Energy teaches electrical safety, ways energy is generated, how to save energy and much more!