by Matt Belt | April 8, 2024 | Uncategorized
By Mariana Greene BOONE, N.C. — On two days in April, Appalachian State University’s New River Light and Power (NRLP) will join others across the state and nation to celebrate lineworkers and the important work they do to power our lives. North Carolina Lineworker...
by Matt Belt | March 26, 2024 | Uncategorized
Article courtesy of Questline Digital Edited and updated by Mariana Greene Spring is here. The weather is getting warmer and the days are growing longer. It’s the perfect time to start those outdoor projects you’ve been planning and explore new ways to...
by Matt Belt | February 13, 2024 | Uncategorized
Matthew Makdad, P.E., has been named general manager of Appalachian State University’s New River Light and Power, effective Feb. 1. Makdad had previously served as the utility’s engineering supervisor since 2017.
by Matt Belt | January 10, 2024 | Uncategorized
Although your electric service is generally very reliable, extreme weather conditions and other factors can lead to a temporary loss of power. To stay safe and comfortable during an extended outage, it’s best to be prepared. The following checklists will help...
by Matt Belt | October 5, 2023 | Uncategorized
The weather is getting colder and the nights longer. At the same time, summer heat, humidity and storms may have beenhard on your home and property. With the changing season, you’ve got some work to do. Here are some indoor andoutdoor maintenance tips that will...
by Matt Belt | September 26, 2023 | Uncategorized
Appalachian State University’s New River Light and Power (NRLP) will join over 2,000 not-for-profit public power utilities in celebration of Public Power Week October 1 – 7. To start the week off right, stop by our office located at 146 Faculty Street...
by Matt Belt | September 7, 2023 | Uncategorized
By Mariana Greene BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State University’s New River Light and Power (NRLP) celebrated Public Power Month of Giving — a monthlong event in which not-for-profit public power utilities engage in volunteer activities in their communities — by...
by Matt Belt | August 31, 2023 | Uncategorized
Appalachian State’s New River Light and Power has been awarded the 2022 Public Power Award of Excellence by ElectriCities of NC.
by Matt Belt | June 29, 2023 | Uncategorized
Five Watauga County students were named recipients of Appalachian State University’s New River Light and Power Scholarship for the 2023–24 school year. Established in 1988, the scholarship provides funding to Watauga County students pursuing higher education at App...
by Matt Belt | May 2, 2023 | Uncategorized
New River Light and Power (NRLP) has earned a Reliable Public Power Provider (RP3)® designation from the American Public Power Association for providing reliable and safe electric service.
