Black Hills Energy Blog
The ghosts, goblins and ghouls will be prowling this month, looking for a little light-hearted mischief. Unfortunately, so will the cyber criminals, whose mischief is far more frightful.
Online or cyber criminals take tricks to the extreme this and every month. Don’t let a scammer…
Ahhhh, spring cleaning. The perfect way to shake off the winter blues and get your home ready for a beautiful spring. Plus, spring cleaning can also make your home more energy efficient, allowing your appliances to work more effectively.
But when you’re busy washing windows, changing your furnace…
Emergencies come in all forms. Whether a forest fire threatens your home, your house has a natural gas leak, or a major storm has caused extensive damage, emergencies leave us feeling unprepared.
But there’s one way to feel a little more in control in these situations — have a plan. In this…
When severe weather strikes, it pays to have an emergency kit ready and waiting. That way, a weather emergency is … well, less of an emergency.
Even better, a kit doesn’t have to be super complicated. Most of the items you already have around the house. So, let’s get started.
Begin with some…
Don’t let high energy bills turn you into a Grinch this holiday season. Instead, gather your elves and get to work making your home as energy efficient as possible.
From wrapping your water heater to caulking drafty windows, our 12 days of energy savings will help you keep energy efficiency top…
A holiday season without good food would bring out the Grinch in all of us. So many of our best holiday memories begin with the meals we share and the goodies we bake. Remember Mom’s sweet potato pie or Grandma’s Mexican cinnamon cookies? How about your aunt’s famous turkey stuffing or your…
You may not have even realized that energy vampires lurk amidst the playful ghosts and goblins, but they’re there. Energy vampires are appliances that even when turned off use a small amount of electricity. They’re called phantom loads.
On average, these phantom loads, also known as…
You might be basking in the warmth of these last summer days, but the cooler temps of fall and winter are rushing our way.
It’s not all bad, though. Cooler temps bring lots of awesome things — beautiful fall nights at the football field, the holidays, sledding dates, and cozy moments in…
The summer heat may still be sizzling, but before we know it the leaves will be changing, and the mornings will be crisp. Fall brings cooler weather, cozy blankets, and the challenge of getting everyone back into a routine. It’s time to change gears and start preparing your home for fall.…
You’ve got enough things to juggle, paying your energy bill shouldn’t be one of them.
Fall tends to bring with it a lot of action, whether it’s a return to the classroom for your kids, a new football season for your favorite team or new duties at your job. You’re going to be busy, busy, busy; so…
When temperatures are high outside and you’re feeling especially grateful for the coolness of your air conditioner, the last thing on your mind is your furnace. I mean, who wants to think about that when summer is in full swing?
We get it – right now you want to bask in the sunshine and cherish…
Nothing says summer like grilling. Warm evenings with the mouth-watering aroma of a juicy steak (paired with grilled potatoes and summer squash) wafting across the lawn — it’s hard to beat.
But the yummy food coming off the grill isn’t the only positive of grilling. You’ll also be saving…
Positive Energy
Our natural gas utility workers do more than provide energy—they’re often the quiet heroes in our communities. Jonathan Boudreaux, a dedicated employee at Black Hills Energy, exemplifies this spirit of service and preparedness.Just before Thanksgiving last year, Jonathan was running late to the…
Natural gas is a safe and reliable energy source, but the number one threat to our systems is accidental line strikes. Safety is our top priority, and an important part of that is our ongoing effort to promote safe digging practices.Recently three of our team members from southwestern Colorado went…
We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Veterans Affairs (VA) facilities on a groundbreaking Utility Energy Service Contract (UESC) project. This first-of-its-kind initiative aims to provide energy-saving solutions through Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs) to federal government agencies…
Jan Meis and Suzie Kingery like to take walks together outside the Black Hills Energy office in Council Bluffs. Most days, these walks are uneventful, but on Monday, Oct. 7, they were surprised to see a Cooper’s hawk in the road. Several vehicles passed by before they had the opportunity to help.…
Black Hills Energy News
Jan. 12, 2023 – Black Hills Energy is closely monitoring the National Weather Service forecast this week for a winter storm and extreme cold temperatures predicted to impact several states across the country. Our operations teams are preparing for possible heavy snow accumulation, ice, and sub-zero…
Forecasts are calling for extreme cold and the potential for measurable snowfall across much of our service territory. Colder weather means higher energy use as heating systems work harder to keep homes and businesses warm and safe.
With the frigid air on the way, Black Hills Energy is here to…
Black Hills Energy Issues Important Safety Reminders
Kearney, Nebraska — January 5, 2024 — Black Hills Energy is closely monitoring the hazardous weather outlook issued by the National Weather Service for a winter storm predicted to impact many of our central and western Nebraska customers…
CHEYENNE, Wy. — Dec. 14, 2023 — Black Hills Energy is experiencing intermittent electrical power interruptions in the Cheyenne area, due to frost melting from the electric wires. Over the past few days Cheyenne has been treated to a picturesque wintry frost. However, today’s warm-up is…