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November 11, 2021 – Fall is the perfect time to make sure your energy usage efforts aren’t falling by the wayside. (Pun intended). Consider the following tips to help you save on your energy bill during fall and beyond. Let the sun do its thing Let the sun shine in to...

November 3, 2021 – November is National Child Safety and Protection Month. This month is dedicated to identifying potential dangers to children and taking steps to protect our children against those dangers. Now is the perfect time to educate children on the...

October 28, 2021 – In a day and age where an ENERGY STAR®-rated refrigerator can cost you as little as ten cents a day to operate, it is wild to think that an estimated 35 million households own at least two refrigerators. Even more shocking is that it is estimated...

North Fort Myers, FL, October 20, 2021 – Halloween is spooky as is, but add in electrical hazards and it can be downright frightening! As you prepare for Halloween, keep electrical safety in mind. Inspect all decorations before use:Damaged sockets, exposed wires and...

October 13, 2021 – It may be the spookiest time of year, but did you know that energy vampires lurk in your home year-round? That’s right! Energy vampires or phantom loads are terms that describe appliances and electronics that are left plugged-in even when they are...

October 7, 2021 – National Cooperative Month is celebrated nationwide each October to raise awareness of the benefits, values, and charitable outreach that membership provides. Although cooperatives serve different purposes, electric cooperatives share a common set of...

September 30, 2021 – In just one month, LCEC will be holding the 10th Annual LCEC Goblin Gallop 5k to benefit the United Way. The LCEC Goblin Gallop 5K Run/Walk will be held on October 30 at Jaycee Park in Cape Coral. Set up will open at 6:30 a.m. and the race starts...

September 22, 2021 – Scammers come in all shapes and sizes. Some are charming while others are threatening. No matter what the tactic, they are all relentless in their attempts to con honest people out of money/and or personal information. The best way to protect...

September 9, 2021 – LCEC announced that it will provide Environmental Funding Awards to ArtFest Fort Myers, Cape Coral Wildlife Trust, Cape Coral Friends of Wildlife, Monofilament Busters, Cypress Cove Landkeepers, Audubon of Southwest Florida, Audubon’s Corkscrew...

September 1, 2021 – Auto accidents are extremely scary for all those involved. If you are ever involved in or witness to an accident that involves power lines, it imperative to follow the steps below to potentially save your life or the life of someone in need. LCEC...