Kaukauna Utilities urges customers to beware of identity theft scam

Kaukauna Utilities is alerting customers to beware of a fraudulent scheme claiming to offer help with utility bill payments. The identity theft scam—sometimes pitched as a ‘bailout’ authorized by President Barack Obama’s administration—has been reported by utility companies and their customers in states around the nation. The fraudulent offer, which is known to be distributed by […]

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Hydrant Flushing

The Kaukauna Utilities Water Department will begin residential semi-annual flushing on Monday, April 23, 2012. The flushing will be done during daylight hours from 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The flushing will take approximately three (3) weeks to complete. Kaukauna Utilities Customers are advised to check for discoloration prior to washing any clothes. If employees […]

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Kaukauna Utilities General Manager Elected Chair of WPPI Energy Board of Directors

Kaukauna Utilities General Manager Jeff Feldt has been elected to serve as the chair of the WPPI Energy Board of Directors. Feldt serves as Kaukauna’s representative on WPPI Energy’s board, which elects an 11-person Executive Committee (EC) to oversee the nonprofit power supplier’s operations and programs. Feldt was re-elected to serve a three year term […]

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Kaukauna Mayor recognized for efforts to benefit utility customers

MIDDLETON, WIS., SEPTEMBER 16 – WPPI Energy, Kaukauna Utilities’ nonprofit power supplier, recognized Mayor Gene Rosin of Kaukauna for his extraordinary contributions as a public power industry leader and for his efforts to benefit municipal electric utility customers. WPPI Energy presented Mayor Rosin with the Distinguished Service Award at its annual meeting on September 15 […]

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The temperature’s rising, but your energy bills don’t have to.

Together with our regional power supplier, WPPI Energy, we are your resource for energy-saving information, technical assistance and financial incentives. Here’s a cool energy-saving tip . . . try turning up your air conditioning a degree or two. Instead of adjusting the temperature manually, install a programmable thermostat or energy management system. These tools can […]

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May is National Electrical Safety Month

From game consoles to computers to cell phones, electricity is an increasing presence in our modern lives. More electricity usage means more potential electrical hazards. As our reliance on electricity grows, so does the importance of electrical safety awareness for the entire family. Help keep your family safe from indoor and outdoor electrical dangers by […]

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Ready to lighten your load?

Most old refrigerators, freezers, room air conditioners and dehumidifiers are less efficient than newer models. If they aren’t kept full, they’re even more expensive to run. In fact, an old second refrigerator can cost customers $100 or more a year to operate – about twice as much as a new one. Kaukauna Utilities is a […]

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Online tool helps customers calculate home energy savings

Understanding how to save energy at home just got easier for customers of Kaukauna Utilities. For residents who have ever wondered just how much energy could be saved through measures such as adjusting the thermostat or adding storm windows, answers are now just a few mouse clicks away. KU’s online HomeEnergySuite is available on this […]

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Be safe and have a plan: The Electrical Safety Foundation International’s list of Top 10 Fire and Electrical Safety Tips

Avoid dangerous shocks and electrical fires by keeping liquids, including drinks, away from computers and other electrical devices. Never play with electrical cords, light sockets, or electrical outlets. Never yank on the cord to unplug an appliance – hold the plug instead. Keep space heaters at least three feet away from anything that can burn. […]

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