Energy Saving

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Take Control of Winter Heating Costs

Homes use more energy to keep warm in winter. Learn how to take control of your home’s energy usage.

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Why Are Energy Bills Higher in Winter?

Wondering what causes winter energy bills to be higher? Read this article to learn some reasons why.

Multiple decorated Christmas trees with boxes of ornaments for sale at Old World Christmas in Spokane, Washington.

Old World Christmas is Keeping Spirits Bright

For over four decades, Spokane-based Old World Christmas has been creating custom glass-blown ornaments for the holidays.

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Serving energy-saving success at Fiesta En Jalisco

Orofino’s Fiesta En Jalisco family Mexican restaurant is a local favorite. Learn how it used an Avista program for lighting upgrades that will save energy and money now, and into the future.

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New income limits give more Oregon Avista customers access to monthly bill discounts 

Eligibility guidelines now include higher income levels

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Brothers, brews and bright lights come together at YaYa Brewing Company

How a humble homebrewing hobby transformed into a company dedicated to supporting community, and how Avista is supporting its good energy.