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Everything we do is for the benefit our members. We’re proud to provide a wide variety of products and services for your home, helping you save time, money, and energy.
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Everything we do is for the benefit our members. We’re proud to provide a wide variety of products and services for your business, helping you save time, money, and energy.
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We’re dedicated to helping our members make smart energy usage decisions. We offer many informational and educational resources, programs and incentives, and energy-efficiency rebates for both business and residential members.
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Clean Energy & EVs
As part of our strategic initiatives, we are committed to environmental leadership. Pursuing renewable energy alternatives and giving members the choice to support those initiatives is the right thing to do. With a wide variety of commercial and residential programs, we will partner with you in your efforts to go green, whether at home or at work.
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Company
Based in Ramsey, Minnesota, Connexus Energy is Minnesota’s largest electric cooperative, providing electricity and related products to member residents and businesses. The Connexus Energy Board of Directors, elected by our membership, governs the electric cooperative. We serve more than 145,000 members in portions of Anoka, Chisago, Hennepin, Isanti, Mille Lacs, Ramsey, Sherburne, and Washington counties.
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Phantom Loads
Phantom Loads
Unexpectedly high electricity use by common appliances and tools can increase electric bills
The sudden arrival of cold temperatures is no surprise in Minnesota, but what can cause a fright is a sudden change in your bill which results from an increased use of electricity.
Managing “phantom loads” by unplugging or turning off all the electric appliances and tools that have standby modes which continue to use electricity has been a best practice for a long time. Here in the north, Connexus members should also be aware of fall and winter-specific tools and appliances that can use a lot of electricity.
Specifically, constant use of indoor space heaters and outdoor heat cable/tape can result in electric bills $20-$50 more than your typical usage. And if these heaters are running continuously for 4-6 months, your bill might be even higher.
An energy assessment from your nonprofit energy advisors at Connexus can help you identify ways to reduce your use and save you money. To discuss an energy assessment for your home, complete the online form.
Energy assessments cost just $40 for Connexus members and will assess energy uses and provide recommendations on reducing usage and saving money. Income qualified members may be eligible for a free assessment and materials.
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