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Smart Thermostats
When installed and programmed correctly, the right thermostat can save energy and help lower electrical demand. For members with electric heat, Flathead Electric Co-op offers rebates on the purchase of smart thermostats and line voltage thermostats. To be eligible for a rebate, the installed thermostat(s) must be on the Bonneville Power Administration’s Qualified Product list […]
Urgent Threats to Future Power Supply
ERCOT drops plans to add 3 GW for winter reliability after ‘zombie’ power plants fail to bid | utilitydive.com
Tester secures $26 million to strengthen Montana’s energy grid against wildfire | theWesternNews.com
New NERC Report Outlines Reliability Threats Over Next Decade | cooperative.com
Overhead Line Extension Requirements
The purpose of this section is to clearly outline the requirements for the installation of poles and overhead wires. Flathead Electric Cooperative (FEC) requires most line extensions to be installed underground; however, some instances warrant extending power overhead. Guidelines in this section must be followed. Any deviation from these requirements must be approved by FEC […]
Trees/Net Metering/Standby Generation
Standby Generator Information regarding standby generators can be found online on our Backup & Standby Generators page or by contacting Flathead Electric Cooperative’s (FEC’s) energy services department at (406) 751-4483 (ask for energy services). Net Metering Information regarding net metering can be found online on our Systems for your Home or Business page or by […]