Buckeye REC gets new HEV Car

Although the electric vehicle market is currently small, adoption is increasing. Based on a recent member survey, 2% of Buckeye REC members currently own an EV and 2% are considering purchasing one over the next couple of years. 585170002 If current trends continue, co-ops could see significant penetration of electric vehicles over the next 15 years, although it will likely be slower in our service territory.

The next time you utilize one of our free energy audits, you’ll likely see our energy advisor, Russ Elliott, in the co-op’s new lime-green hybrid EV as Buckeye REC embraces new technology.

Energy efficiency Tip of the month

Summer is a prime opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors. To reduce home energy use, avoid using your oven and use a grill instead. Not only will cooking outdoors eliminate the electricity used to power the stove, but it will also avoid raising the temperature inside your home, reducing the need for air conditioning or cooling.

You can also avoid using the oven with tasty no-bake recipes. Get creative in the kitchen (or the backyard) and find new ways to save energy!

Source: Department of Energy