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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The Moratorium on Residential Service Disconnection Ends April 15

Kaukauna Utilities advises electric customers who are behind on their bills to make payment arrangements with the utility to avoid service disconnection. The Winter Emergency Period, often referred to as the moratorium on residential service disconnection, ends April 15. After that date, utilities statewide may begin to disconnect service to customers who are past due […]

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Eliminate the risk of fire from space heaters

Each winter, heating is a leading cause of residential structure fires. When the temperature drops, many families turn to alternative sources of heat, such as space heaters, to help warm their homes. Portable electric space heaters can be a convenient source of supplemental heat for your home in cold weather. However, they can also increase […]

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PACE Program Finances Energy Efficiency Measures in Commercial Facilities

News Archive PACE Program Finances Energy Efficiency Measures in Commercial Facilities Business owners in the City of Kaukauna now have additional financing options to fund energy efficiency improvements and sustainable energy projects through the City’s Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program. The PACE program allows owners of commercial facilities in Kaukauna to pay for certain […]

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Kaukauna Utilities General Manager Appointed Director of National Public Power Program

Kaukauna Utilities General Manager Jeff Feldt has been appointed to serve as a director of the American Public Power Association’s (APPA) Demonstration of Energy-Efficient Development (DEED) program for Region 2. APPA is the national service organization representing the nation’s more than 2,000 community and state-owned electric utilities. DEED is APPA’s program to support the research […]

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Top 3 winter myths. Are you doing one of them?

There are many misconceptions on how to keep your utility bills down in the winter. Kaukauna Utilities and Focus on Energy are here to bust those myths – providing you ways to keep your energy costs down without sacrificing comfort. Myth: Turning down the thermostat during the day will make my furnace work harder later. Truth: Your […]

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