Each month Ruralite magazine brings readers information about energy-saving products and safety tips.

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Know what's below. Call before you dig.

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The National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) represents the interests of cooperative electric utilities and the consumers they serve.

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Provides lighting content for Pacific Northwest lighting companies, products, designers, lamps, bulbs, fixtures, lighting controls, dimmers, luminaires, ballasts, lighting components, lighting software.

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PNGC Power is a wholesale electric power cooperative, owned by 15 members that are retail electric distribution cooperatives with service territories in six western states.

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Protecting Oregon's environment by saving energy, developing clean resources and cleaning up nuclear waste.

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BPA is a federal agency headquartered in Portland, Ore., that markets wholesale electricity and transmission to the Pacific Northwest’s public and private utilities as well as to some large industries.

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The Home Energy Saver is designed to help consumers identify the best ways to save energy in their homes, and find the resources to make the savings happen.

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The Public Utility Home Page is a summary of Internet resources of interest to utilities, regulators, consumers, and others who need information about the public utility industry.

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Energy Star is a government-backed program helping businesses and individuals protect the environment through superior energy efficiency.

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An objective, comprehensive, technical resource for Northwest businesses, industry, government & utilities to implement energy technologies & practices.

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This site provides various Oregon Legislature information.

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You can get a credit on your Oregon income taxes for making your home more energy-efficient and helping preserve Oregon’s environment.

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The Council develops and maintains a regional power plan and a fish and wildlife program to balance the Northwest's environment and energy needs.

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The Ready.gov website of U.S. Department of Homeland Security has a number of pages on preparing for and coping with disasters.

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Provides homeowners with tips for saving energy and money at home and on the road. By following just a few of the simple tips found on this Energy Savers Web site, you can make your home more comfortable and easier to heat and cool—while you save money. Take a minute to see how your home stacks up.

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California's statewide energy efficiency marketing and outreach campaign. The campaign includes a comprehensive website, an electronic newsletter and blog, and educational materials. Spend some time learning what you can do to save energy & and put money back in your wallet.

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