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August 2011

What’s all the hype about pressure cookers?

“My friend said she saved some money on her electric bill by switching to a pressure cooker. She’s also saving a bunch of time. I have noticed they’ve become more popular. What’s all the hype?” asked a member. Pressure cookers in one form or another have been around for a …

GVEA vs. a diesel generator

“I’m so tired of high electric rates. I’m going to get a generator. Wouldn’t that be cheaper?” emailed a member recently. The short answer is no. Here’s why: The average residential member consumes 700 kilowatt-hours of electricity each month. Given GVEA’s current rates, a monthly bill runs the average member …