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Mobile home energy tips Updating that '70s house Outdoor kitchens Pet palaces Where does your power come from? See page 7 INSIDE: Volume 40, No. 5, May 2008TheprideofNorthCarolina'selectriccooperatives
The pride of North Carolina's electric cooperatives Volume 40, No. 5, May 2008 Home Sweet Home INSIDE: Mobile home energy tips Updating that `70s house Outdoor kitchens Pet palaces Where does your power come from? See page 7 Health & Human Services/Respiratory Therapy NEW BS Respiratory Therapy Degree Completion (2+2) Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy Instructional Systems Technology NEW Graduate Certificate in Instructional Systems Technology (for those seeking NC DPI 18079 license and for Training and Development professionals) RN to BSN (For Registered Nurse graduates of either an associate degree or diploma program who wish to pursue a baccalaureate degree in nursing) Master of Science in Nursing - Community/Public Health, School Nurse & Population Options Graduate Certification in Nursing Education (For MSNs or BSNs who are currently Nurse Educators or interested in becoming Nurse Educators) Master of Science in Nursing - Nurse Educator (For BSNs who are currently Nurse Educators or interested in becoming Nurse Educators) Master of Science in Nursing - Nurse Administrator Graduate Certificate in Nursing - Nurse Administrator Nursing Engineering Technology BS Engineering Technology Degree Completion (2+2) Electrical (for applicants holding the Associate in Applied Science in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, admission in Fall only) Fire Safety (for applicants holding the Associate in Applied Science in Fire Science, admission in Fall and Spring) "Pathway to Teaching" Education Programs Middle & Secondary (Initial licensure and NEW Master of Arts) Academically or Intellectually Gifted (Add-On Licensure) Special Education (K-12): Adapted Curriculum (Initial Licensure) Special Education (K-12): General Curriculum (Initial Licensure and NEW Master of Arts) For information about these and other programs, visit UNC Charlotte's Distance Education website: www.DistanceEd.uncc.edu When you are ready to begin, call toll free 1-877-583-2966 or Email 2008 firstname.lastname@example.com (please put program interest in the subject) 2 MAY us: Carolina Country May 2008 Volume 40, No.5 18 FEATURES 7 8 10 14 16 18 Where Does Your Power Come From? A diversified power supply portfolio helps ensure affordable, reliable electricity. Securing the Promise of Renewable Energy Cooperatives are making progress toward developing renewable energy sources. 42 FAVORITES 4 First Person The chairman of the N.C. Utilities Commission comments on our energy future. More Power to You Measuring electricity usage. You're In Carolina Country If you use two cinder blocks and an oven rack for a grill to cook out. Carolina Country Store A safe place for children. Marketplace A showcase of goods and services. Joyner's Corner Brunswick sudoku. Carolina Compass May events and exhibits. Carolina Gardens Gardening for kids. Classified Ads Carolina Kitchen It's strawberry season! Tried & True 22 tips for buying and maintaining an energy-efficient manufactured home. Don't Move . . . Improve! How to improve the style and efficiency of that 30-year-old house. 6 26 Outdoor Kitchens Ideas for moving the cooking equipment outdoors. Pet Palaces Home improvement for your pet improves home for you, too. 30 31 33 35 ON THE COVER Seal those window leaks. (Touchstone Energy photo) For home improvement tips that also improve energy efficiency and safety, see pages 10�16. 12 8 38 41 42 8 13 20 22 14 10 Carolina Country MAY 2008 3 Seeing the night sky Thanks to James Dulley ["Energy Cents," April 2008] for mentioning the need to minimize light pollution and for referencing solutions for current and new fixtures. In the same issue you alert readers that mercury vapor lights will be phased out. Beyond simply replacing with high-pressure sodium fixtures it would be great if everyone could get fixtures that reduce light pollution and trespass. I can still see the Milky Way where I live but such places are now few and endangered. Rufus Honeycutt, Denton Where to fall in love Read monthly in more than 590,000 homes Published by North Carolina Association of Electric Cooperatives, Inc. 3400 Sumner Blvd. Raleigh, NC 27616 (800) 662-8835 www.carolinacountry.com Editor Michael E.C. Gery, (800/662-8835 ext. 3062) Senior Associate Editor Renee C. Gannon, CCC (800/662-8835 ext. 3209) Contributing Editor Karen Olson House, (800/662-8835 ext. 3036) Creative Director Tara Verna, (800/662-8835 ext. 3134) Senior Graphic Designer Warren Kessler, (800/662-8835 ext. 3090) Graphic Designer Linda Van de Zande, (800/662-8835 ext. 3110) Publication Business Specialist Jenny Lloyd, (800/662-8835 ext. 3091) Advertising Jennifer Boedart Hoey, (800/662-8835 ext. 3077) Executive Vice President & CEO Rick Thomas Senior Vice President, Corporate Relations Nelle Hotchkiss North Carolina's electric cooperatives provide reliable, safe and affordable electric service to 850,000 homes, farms and businesses in North Carolina. The 26 electric cooperatives are each member-owned, not-for-profit and overseen by a board of directors elected by the membership. All content � Carolina Country unless otherwise indicated. Member, Audit Bureau of Circulations Periodicals postage paid at Raleigh, N.C., and additional mailing offices. Editorial offices: 3400 Sumner Blvd., Raleigh, N.C. 27616. Carolina Country� is a registered trademark of the North Carolina Association of Electric Cooperatives, Inc. (ISSN 0008-6746) (USPS 832800) POSTMASTER: Send form 3579 to P.O. Box 27306, Raleigh, N.C. 27611. Subscriptions:Individual subscriptions, $10 per year. $20 outside U.S.A. Schools, libraries, $6. Members, less than $4. Address Change: To change address, send magazine mailing label to your electric cooperative. Carolina Country magazine is a member of the National Country Market family of publications, collectively reaching over 7 million households. Advertising published in Carolina Country is accepted on the premise that the merchandise and services offered are accurately described and willingly sold to customers at the advertised price. The magazine, North Carolina Association of Electric Cooperatives, Inc., and the member cooperatives do not necessarily endorse the products or services advertised. Advertising that does not conform to these standards or that is deceptive or misleading is never knowingly accepted. Should you encounter advertising that does not comply with these standards, please inform Carolina Country at P.O. Box 27306, Raleigh, NC 27611. (919) 875-3062. Carolina Country is available on cassette tape as a courtesy of volunteer services at the N.C. Department of Cultural Resources, Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped, Raleigh, N.C. (888) 388-2460. Travel guide corrections We appreciate readers pointing out these mistakes in our Carolina Country Adventures guide published in April. � Snow Camp Historic Site's theater will not present "Jesus Christ Superstar" this summer, but will stage "Cane Creek Calamities," a humorous musical in the spirit of Lil' Abner. � Horne Creek Historical Farm is not in Stokes County but in Surry County, very near the Stokes County line. I love the sunsets at Lake James in Burke County. I grew up on this lake, and there is no better place to be. You can go camping, hiking, skiing, boating, fishing or just relax in the sun. The water is so clean and beautiful. I have brought many friends here for their first time and nobody has ever left without falling in love. Jennifer Rockette, Taylorsville, EnergyUnited The hand that feeds Our 3-year-old son, Justin, has been handfeeding this pig since he was 18 months old and is now the only one who can get near her. Justin also feeds three sheep, three goats and 19 chickens every day. He loves to fish and look for deer tracks on the family farm in Raeford. Victory Andersen, Raeford, Lumbee River EMC HAS YOUR ADDRESS CHANGED? Carolina Country magazine is available monthly to members of North Carolina's electric cooperatives. If you are a member of one of these cooperatives but do not receive Carolina Country, you may request a subscription by calling Member Services at the office of your cooperative. If your address has changed, please inform your cooperative. Contact us Web site: www.carolinacountry.com E-mail: email@example.com Phone: (919) 875-3062 Fax: (919) 878-3970 Mail: 3400 Sumner Blvd. Raleigh, NC 27616 4 MAY 2008 Carolina Country FIRST PERSON Facing North Carolina's Energy Future By Edward S. Finley Edward S. Finley Jr., appointed by Gov. Mike Easley in January 2007, has chaired the North Carolina Utilities Commission (NCUC) since April 2007. A Wilkes County native, he has practiced law in Raleigh and specialized in public utility regulation. The 7-member commission has regulatory responsibilities for the electric, telephone, natural gas, water, wastewater, household goods transportation, busses and related industries in the state. The following remarks, in addition to his summary of current cases on the NCUC docket, are excerpted from an address Mr. Finley delivered in April to leaders of the state's electric cooperatives meeting in Raleigh. The electric utility industry is at a crossroads. We have to make important decisions today that will affect the availability and cost of electricity for years to come. We're going to have to put on line new sources of baseload generation, something that has not been done for decades. We have relied on power from existing plants for a long time, making for relatively stable power costs in recent years. But now that North Carolina and the Southeast are among the fastest-growing regions of the nation, what are we going to do to meet the demand? Our energy choices are nuclear, coal, natural gas, and renewable resources as fuel sources. Additionally, energy efficiency can help reduce demand. We also can acquire power from distant producers and bring it in on the transmission system. However, there are significant obstacles in supplying the demand from each of these possibilities. Getting around the obstacles is going to be difficult and probably costly. It will mean an increase in the cost of power that will be passed on to the consumer. We have a thorny issue lurking in the background: the issue of climate change and greenhouse gas emissions. It will make the difficult decisions more problematic. A large portion of the electricity North Carolina consumes is produced by coal-fired plants. They operate economically and efficiently, but some are showing their age. Coal as a fuel is indigenous, abundant, close by and until now it has been relatively cheap. Technology exists to allow us to take out the acid rain pollutants produced by these plants. But the problem with coal is carbon dioxide, the greenhouse gas that has been emitted for a long time. A majority of scientists now tell us CO2 emissions are what causes global warming. The fact is, there is no existing technology to remove the carbon dioxide from what comes out of the smokestacks. Technology is under development to do that, but it is several years away, if available at all . . . The other issue is sequestration. The captured CO2 must be disposed of to prevent release into the atmosphere. The geology of North Carolina is not suited for sequestration. Congressional legislation is being proposed to attempt to dramatically reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Whatever is enacted could eventually place a substantial cost burden on North Carolina consumers. Nuclear generation releases no carbon, no greenhouse gases. But we have not built a nuclear generation plant in a long time. Hopefully they will be better and quicker to build this time around. But there is still the problem of nuclear waste and what to do with it. Also, people who are distressed about greenhouse gases from coal-fired plants probably will express the same attitude when it comes to putting nuclear plants on line. Regardless, these plants will be costly to build. Natural gas generation becomes a default option for people distressed about coal and nuclear. But there is uncertainty about its supply and the variability of the price. The global market for natural gas and the ability to store it in liquid natural gas facilities place upward pressure on the price. And a strong argument has been made by gas producers and distributors that the best use of natural gas is to be consumed by end users, for heat, use in appliances and so forth. Renewable energy is getting a lot of attention. There are 25 states, including ours, that have passed legislation requiring increased use of renewable energy for making electricity. The problem is the limited supply. You can't make energy from the sun when the sun isn't shining, or from wind if wind isn't blowing, or from water unless water is flowing. It also is expensive. Projections are that it will become less expensive as markets develop, but now it's expensive. Where can we rely on renewable resources? Most of the hydro in the state is used up and has issues about new development. Wind is problematic, raising the old "not in my backyard" problem. The Utilities Commission has had two requests for certificates for wind turbine projects. One, in Ashe County, had homeowners telling us they didn't want their views disturbed, and there's an existing law out there restricting development on the mountain ridge lines. The other proposed project, in Carteret County, has neighbors there saying they don't want it. Biomass could become important as a fuel. It is considered "carbon neutral." The plants that burn biomass--wood, pulp, agricultural byproducts--do release carbon dioxide when burned, but the sources of biomass are renewable. The problem we're seeing is that the plant that burns the biomass must be close to the source, or else it costs too much for transportation. Many of the bids that we are seeing rely on the same fuel sources, so it also may be a limited resource. Energy efficiency then becomes an important facet for meeting the standard. Are consumers ready to make the substantial investment to cut down on energy use and commit to energy efficiency? Once you get past the use of compact fluorescent bulbs and caulking the windows, are they willing to have energy audits and put the upfront money into their homes and businesses when they won't see a payback for three to six years? We must ask ourselves if we are at the point where the mindset is such that we can work on energy efficiency. It is an exciting time for the Utilities Commission. We are facing new challenges and opportunities. We have worked through difficult issues in the past, and I'm sure we'll be able to work through them in the future. It will require that all of us do our best to make it work. c Carolina Country MAY 2008 5 MORE POWER TO YOU This is a Carolina Country scene in Touchstone Energy territory. If you know where it is, send your answer by May 8 with your name, address, phone number and the name of your electric cooperative. By e-mail: Or by mail: email@example.com Where in Carolina Country? P.O. Box 27306 Raleigh, NC 27611 The winner, chosen at random and announced in our June issue, will receive $25. April winner: April The April photo, sent by Rhoda Tandy of Winchester, Va., shows an abandoned store on Rte. 903 in Elams, Warren County, Halifax EMC territory. Ms. Tandy says "The Open sign usually hangs lopsided, but someone keeps straightening it up!" The correct answers were numbered and the $25 winner chosen at random was Terry Maxwell of Littleton, a member of Halifax EMC. 30-year service award to Walter Dalton The Touchstone Energy cooperative Rutherford EMC this year presented a 30-year service award to Walter H. Dalton, who has represented the co-op as its counsel since 1978. "Electric cooperatives provide a vital service that helps rural America survive, prosper, and retain the way of life that has helped drive our country forward," Dalton said. "Rural North Carolina is not without its challenges, including bringing low-cost electricity to all areas. Unfair trade policies have sent our jobs overseas. Basic infrastructure is sometimes lacking in our communities, giving businesses less incentive to locate to rural areas. A quality education is still difficult to obtain for too many, and our schools do not always succeed at preparing students for the 21st century economy. Health care costs can literally cripple a family's income." Dalton said he has tackled these challenges since being elected to the state Senate in 1996, representing Rutherford and Cleveland counties. Besides serving in the state Senate and as Rutherford EMC's counsel, Dalton sits on the Isothermal Community College board. Dalton also is a Democratic candidate for North Carolina Lieutenant Governor in Rutherford EMC president Joseph Quinn (left) acknowledges the May primary election. 30 years of service by Walter H. Dalton. 6 MAY 2008 Carolina Country Pee Dee EMC lineman earns college degree Dustin Marsh, a first-class lineman for Pee Dee Electric, recently obtained his Associate's Degree in Electric Lineman Technology through Nash Community College. The college program is run in conjunction with the extensive on-thejob and field training linemen receive at their cooperative and through the training provided by the North Carolina Association of Electric Cooperatives. Dustin Marsh began as an apprentice lineman at Pee Dee Electric in 2003. Kim Williams, director of Human Resources, stated, "Pee Dee Electric is now in the second generation of professionally-trained employees through these programs and the outcome has been phenomenal." Pee Dee Electric awarded Marsh with a $750 educational bonus for his accomplishment. Where does your power come from A variety of fuels can be used to produce electricity. North Carolina's electric cooperatives distribute electricity produced from a diverse portfolio that includes carbon-neutral nuclear generation, natural gas, diesel generation, coal, hydro and renewable resources. Such a diverse fuel mix ensures that electricity remains reliable and as affordable as possible. Joe Brannan, senior vice president of power supply and chief operating officer for the North Carolina Electric Membership Corporation (NCEMC), said, "A diverse fuel mix helps cooperatives manage the cost pressures that exist in the wholesale markets while addressing environmental concerns." NCEMC, a generation and transmission electric cooperative, is the power supplier for most of the state's electric cooperatives. NCEMC is a not-for-profit organization that exists to provide member cooperatives a stable supply of affordable electricity. In the early 1980s, NCEMC invested in Catawba Nuclear Station in York County, S.C. NCEMC currently owns approximately 56 percent of Unit 1 of Catawba Nuclear Station. Nuclear power is the largest single source in the NCEMC portfolio, making up nearly half of its power supply. According to Brannan, "Our investment in Catawba Nuclear Station has proven to be a fantastic investment because nuclear energy is a carbon-neutral, low-cost baseload power source." "Base-load" refers to the continuous demand for electricity. Most of North Carolina's electric cooperatives benefit from the nuclear power resource. In addition to owning part of Unit 1 of Catawba Nuclear Station, NCEMC owns four peaking generating facilities--two recently constructed natural gas peaking generation facilities in Anson and Richmond counties as well as two diesel-fired generating units on the Outer Banks in Dare and Hyde counties. Power purchased on the wholesale market comprises another large portion of the cooperatives' power supply portfolio. Approximately 40 percent of NCEMC's energy mix comes from coal purchased through contracts with investor-owned utilities. "Coal has been a cost-effective resource within our portfolio," Brannan said. "And as the technology for carbon capture is fully developed, coal will be viewed as a clean component of our energy mix as well as address our nation's desire to maintain domestic fuel sources." Some of the state's electric cooperatives also benefit from hydroelectric energy purchased through the Southeastern Power Administration, a federal agency that operates government-owned hydroelectric facilities. Although North Carolina's electric cooperatives serve members locally, the power needs are obtained at a regional level. Together, North Carolina's electric cooperatives ? The portfolio of energy resources held by North Carolina's electric cooperatives helps ensure the reliability and affordability of your electricity By Kristie Aldridge constitute one of the largest cooperative wholesale energy buyers in the nation. "Working together, in the cooperative tradition, means we make decisions that keep our power supply affordable, reliable and environmentally friendly," Brannan said. More renewable energy sources North Carolina recently enacted legislation regarding renewable resources. According to legislative mandate, three percent of North Carolina's electric cooperatives' energy portfolio by 2012 will be met through a mix of renewable energy products, growing to 10 percent by 2018. NCEMC is currently evaluating bids for renewable resources to help meet the renewable energy goal. In addition to providing cooperative consumers with reliable electricity in the forms of nuclear, coal, natural gas and hydropower, the state's electric cooperatives have emerged as leaders in energy efficiency. Reducing the amount of power needed remains an effective way to ensure the continued delivery of reliable and affordable electricity. The NCEMC cooperatives' future power supply portfolio will include a balance of traditional generation from fossil fuels and nuclear energy, renewable generation from sources like wind, solar and biomass, as well as energy efficiency measures. "Our top priorities are making sure members of North Carolina's electric cooperatives receive reliable and affordable electricity," Brannan said. "NCEMC will meet this priority with a diverse portfolio of resources that incorporates economic considerations with environmental concerns." For more information about the cooperatives' energy mix, visit www.ncelectriccooperatives.com/electricity. c Kristie Aldridge is a senior communication specialist with the North Carolina Association of Electric Cooperatives. NCEMC Power Supply Portfolio April 2008 Nuclear 51% Coal 37% Gas/Oil 9% Hydro 2% Market Purchases 2% Carolina Country MAY 2008 7 Securing the promise of renewable energy By Jennifer Taylor S c Since e 1970s, electric co ops have been actively engaged Since the 1970s, electric co-ops have be act e y engaged 970s, t co-o a been ctivel g ged in promoting renewable energy resources like wind solar wind, solar, hydropower and biomass (including landfill gas, livestock waste, timber byproducts and crop residue). Today, nearly 90 percent of the nation's 900-plus electric co-ops provide electricity produced by renewable sources. "Renewable energy makes up approximately 11 percent of all co-op kilowatt-hour use (10 percent hydro and 1 percent non-hydro), as compared to 9 percent for the nation's entire electric utility sector," says Kirk Johnson, vice president of environmental policy at the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA), the Arlington, Va.-based service arm of the nation's 900-plus consumer-owned, notfor-profit electric cooperatives. To date, electric cooperative consumers in North Carolina benefit from over 2 percent of their power from hydro resources, as well as small selfcontained solar and wind projects. Additionally, North Carolina's electric cooperatives have been working with the statewide NC GreenPower program to help develop alternative energy resources in the state. There is still more to do. Over the next 10 years, North Carolina's electric cooperatives will be working to meet a 10 percent renewable and energy efficiency mandate required by the recent passage of Senate Bill 3 by the state's General Assembly. The Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI), a non-profit, utility-sponsored organization whose members include electric co-ops, released a study in 2007 outlining a seven-step plan for how U.S. electric utilities could reduce carbon dioxide emissions to 1990 levels by 2030, while still meeting a 40 percent boost in electricity consumption. One of these measures includes increasing non-hydro renewable energy sources, primarily wind and solar, from 24,000 to 94,000 megawatts by 2030. (This is equivalent to about 100 generating plants.) Moving power from wind turbines, like these in the Upper Midwest and Great Plains, to population centers requires building new transmission networks. However, wind and solar power face challenges: transmission; intermittency and the need for advancements in storage technology, as well as high construction costs and delays. Transmission Renewable resources are abundant in rural areas, but that also means they are located far from the concentrated power needs of cities and towns. To move electric generation from renewable sources (i.e., wind farms), new transmission lines must be built. Intermittency Most renewable sources are intermittent: the sun doesn't always shine, and the wind doesn't always blow. Improved storage technology would make it possible to store electricity produced by a wind turbine or solar system. When a storm cloud rolls up, stored solar power could be ready. Electric co-ops are studying ways to boost storage technology. Increased Costs/Delays Construction costs for power plants of all types are rising. Three years ago a wind farm would cost about $1,000 per kilowatt of capacity to build; today that estimate has doubled. Also, the demand for wind turbines has led to a manufacturing backlog of two years or more. For solar panels, costs for installation and operation can run five times higher than a traditional coal plant of comparable size. To help electric cooperatives further tap into renewable opportunities, a National Renewables Cooperative Organization (NRCO) was formed in February. Operations are anticipated to begin this summer. Late last year, North Carolina Electric Membership Corporation, a power supplier for many of the state's electric cooperatives, joined this effort. What must be done? Currently, 150 electric co-ops either own wind turbines or buy output from wind farms, most of which are located in America's "wind tunnels"--the Upper Midwest and Great Plains, as well as down the spine of the Alleghenies in the East. 8 MAY 2008 Carolina Country c Jennifer Taylor writes on consumer and cooperative affairs for the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association. USDA/NRCS METAL ROOFING The Last Roof You'll Ever Need! ON SALE NOW! $1,000 OFF! any roof purchase this month "Protecting Your Home and Family" 40 Year/Lifetime Manufacturer's Warranty Available Our advanced design Gavalume steel roofing is Miami Dade HURRICANE code approved! And, with special siliconized polyester coatings applied over baked-on high performance primers and special chemical pre-treatments, you can be assured of a look and finish that can take whatever punishment the weather can dish out. 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Poor grading 4 3 leads to settling and moisture problems. 2 Strategically plant trees to reduce sun exposure during summer and act as a windbreak during winter. 3 Choose the lightest color roof shingles possible to keep the attic from getting too hot. 4 Gable end and ridge vents provide ample ventilation. You shouldn't need an attic fan. joining multi-section homes. 5 Make sure attic insulation has not shifted during transit before 6 Install vinyl or metal skirting or a foundation wall to protect the home's underbelly and duct connections. 7 Install a continuous vapor barrier underneath the home. Heavy plastic works well. 8 Make sure the "marriage walls" (where two sections join) are airtight with foam gaskets installed between sections. 9 On multi-section homes, make sure all ducts that cross over to another section are properly joined with a mastic sealer. 10 Install storm windows and doors. 11 Make sure the clothes dryer is vented to the outdoors and away 17 from outdoor heating and air conditioning components. 12 Have HVAC system properly sized. Oversized systems contribute to high bills and high indoor humidity. Request a factoryinstalled heat pump instead of an electric furnace. 13 Change return air filters monthly. Avoid pleated filters because 6 10 they can restrict proper air flow. 14 Have an experienced technician tune up your HVAC system 16 1 annually to maintain maximum efficiency. 15 Choose an insulation package that maximizes energy savings. Consider more than the minimum requirement. 16 Seal all plumbing and wiring penetrations. 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Signature ______________________________________ Mr. Mrs. Ms.____________________________________ Name (Please Print Clearly) Address _______________________________________ City __________________________________________ State __________________ Zip ____________________ �2008 BGE 01-02318-001-BIMG 01-02318-001-E67291 Carolina Country MAY 2008 13 Shawn Wollston Don't move ... improve! Remodel that 1970s house for greater efficiency and style By Barbara Baird S hag carpet, wagon wheel chandeliers and avocado appliances are easy and inexpensive items to replace when you're looking at giving a 30-something-year-old house a makeover. The big budget biters, however-- especially windows and siding--can cost thousands of dollars. How can you know which renovations matter and how will they improve the look and the "feel" of your home? Whether your project is replacing the oven or the front door, putting the emphasis on energy efficiency will definitely save money and add resale value to your home. Start out small If you live in the last generation's style of house and the appliances have not Top left: Whatever form of siding you select, be sure it's maintenance-free, a big plus for resale value and money savings. Top middle: Almost any home can be buffed up with more insulation. Insulation comes in various forms, including fiberglass (in both batt and blown forms). Top right: The average savings is $125�$450 per year for replacing singlepane windows with energy-efficient windows, and $25�$100 per year for replacing with double-paned windows. 14 MAY 2008 Carolina Country been replaced, it's time to start switching from harvest gold to stainless steel. According to the Energy Information Administration, the average homeowner in the South spends $1,700 on energy costs, so it is worthwhile to look for appliances that have earned the Energy Star rating. (Energy Star began in 1992, supported by the Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Energy, www.energystar.gov.) These qualified appliances use 10�50 percent less energy and water than other models use. Many appliances offer increased product performance in heating by offering higher British thermal unit (Btu) outputs, which means faster and safer heating capabilities and more off time for appliances. when a fire is not burning, an inflatable chimney pillow stuffed into the fireplace cuts down the heat loss, too. You can upgrade your old fireplace by adding a heat-circulating grate made of steel pipes with a built-in fan that draws in the cool room air in one side and returns heated air out the other side. This grate's heat output can be as high as 40,000 Btu per hour. There are other fireplace efficiency products--from throat dampers to inserts with fan systems and air control, operating more like a wood stove than an old-fashioned fireplace and saving you money. Buy only one more water heater Most water heaters need replacement when their tanks rust through. When it comes time to replace your water heater, look for a replacement with an efficiency rating (EF) of .92 or higher. Stoke the fire Nothing tops a real wood fire burning in the fireplace. Yet, even though a fire gives you warmth, the fireplace can actually suck heat out of a house and up the flue. Tight-fitting fireplace doors minimize the heat transfer, and Re-feather (or foam) your nest If you think you're getting colder in the wintertime because you're getting older, think again. Maybe the insulation in your home is not all it should be, or where it should be. Some homes built 20 or more years ago have little or no insulation. The function of insulation is to resist the flow of heat and is expressed as an "R" value. The higher the "R," the higher the resistance to heat flow. Go for the highest "R" you can afford. Check locally to see what your R-values should be. Many electric cooperatives will offer a free energy audit of your home that not only Stuart Yost includes consideration of its insulation, but also cold-air filtration, heating systems and other non-electrical systems. Almost any home can be buffed up with more insulation, and the results will boost the R-value considerably. Insulation comes in various forms-- fiberglass (in both batt and blown forms), cellulose, rigid foam board and spray foam--and lots of materials. In most North Carolina locations, reflective insulation (called a "radiant barrier") will save energy costs, as much as 17 percent. When a radiant barrier is placed on an attic floor, it reflects the heat back toward the roof. A roof-mounted radiant barrier reduces the amount of radiation incident on the attic's insulation. To side or not to side? If you decide that your home needs a complete facelift, do your homework on the topic of siding. Decide which R-value your home requires and work with a reputable siding dealer in your area to find the best type. Couple that siding with the proper insulation and you'll have a partnership that protects your abode, and helps keep the heating or cooling inside. According to the above-mentioned cost-versus-value report by Remodeling and Realtor magazines in 2006, recouped costs can be 104.7 percent for mid-range vinyl siding in the east south central U.S. Whatever form of siding you select, be sure it's maintenance-free, a big plus for resale value and money savings. Get paid to improve Here's the best part of the refurbishing deal. Not only do you get to enjoy an improved living space that saves you money on your energy bills, you can also get rebates and tax credits for making the improvements. Sometimes Energy Star partners offer sales tax exemptions or rebates on qualified products. To see if your purchase applies, check the Energy Star Web site: www.energystar.gov/index. cfm?fuseaction=rebate.rebate_locator. Also, your improvements may merit a federal tax credit. See www.energystar. gov/index.cfm?c=products.pr_tax_credits. For improvements made between Jan. 1, 2006, and Dec. 31, 2007, the maximum amount of homeowner credit for all improvements combines is $500. Congress did not approve extending the tax incentive program that expired at the end of 2007. However, congressional leadership has said it will look for opportunities to move this legislation in 2008. Ask your tax advisor for an update on the status of the tax credits or go to www.energytaxincentives.org for more information. Electrical Safety Tips Seeing the big picture (window) According to Energy Star, you will not recoup the cost of new windows by energy savings alone. The average savings is $125�$450 per year for replacing single-pane windows with energy-efficient windows, and $25�$100 per year for replacing with double-paned windows. However, in a survey conducted in 2006 by both Remodeling and Realtor magazines, costs recouped at resale by replacing old windows with either wood or vinyl fell between 71.5 percent in the west north central U.S. and 102.2 percent in Pacific coast states. The Doors (not the band from the '70s, but your exits) Gov. Michael F. Easley has proclaimed May as Electrical Safety Month in North Carolina. North Carolina's electric cooperatives recognize this proclamation and offer these safety tips if you plan to update your 1970s-era home. � When installing new electric fixtures, such as a new overhead light in the kitchen, make sure to first disable the power supply. � Disable the power supply when drilling into walls and ceilings, because you might hit a wire without knowing it. � Older homes have fuse boxes, whereas newer homes have circuit breakers. They serve the same function. However, if you have a fuse box, make sure to keep the appropriate fuses on hand when remodeling. This may be a good time to update your fuse box to a circuit breaker. � Check all new fixtures to make sure they bear the mark of a recognized certification agency before installing them. Lifespan of an appliance (from appliance.net) 6 years 9 years trash compactor dishwasher, microwave 10 years clothes washer 11 years freezer, water heater (electric) 12 years garbage disposal 13 years refrigerator, clothes dryer, electric range 14 years range hood 10�15 years air conditioner, garage door opener 20�50 years whirlpool tub After 30 or more years, most doors have seen better days. Dings, nicks and kicks not only create unsightly entryways into homes, but also affect the doors' abilities to seal living spaces. A better-fitting, energy-efficient door not only improves the gateway to your palace, it also improves your energy savings. And, a new door adds an instant facelift to your home. c Barbara Baird is a freelance writer with the Rural Electric Statewide Editors Association. Carolina Country MAY 2008 15 Outdoor Kitchens by Barbara Baird Ah...the old front porch, where folks sat in their swings and rocking chairs and called to passersby to join them for a chat and a glass of iced tea. Where have all the porch sitters gone? They just went out the back door to the deck. In fact, many of them are spending more and more time out there now that outdoor kitchens are gaining in popularity. And, the whole neighborhood is out there with them. Outdoor kitchens can be equipped with a gas grill, custom-built smoker, refrigerator, sink, stove, oven and outdoor ceramic tile countertops, among other features. You can probably get by with a $2,000 outdoor kitchen, but the sky's really the limit when it comes to the basics to take the heat out of the indoor kitchen. Where to put the outdoor kitchen? If you're starting from scratch, place the outdoor kitchen area on the side of a north-facing wall if possible. That way, the afternoon/evening sun won't bake you and your guests. Michael Goldschmidt at the University of Missouri-Columbia, a specialist in sustainable resources used in design, says to place a top cover on your outdoor kitchen. A shelter reduces water and sun damage on appliances, cabinets and countertops. (A cover over a grill area, though, will not work.) Landscaping, with big trees as windbreaks and shade structures, also helps. Goldschmidt recommends placing the kitchen on an existing wall with plumbing and electrical systems, if possible, instead of digging a path for underground wires or chipping out a trench in an established patio. When considering the space required, think traffic flow. Where do you want the hangers-on to be and where do you want the worker bees? it will last longer. Polymers, once found only in marine kitchens, resist inclement weather and have rocketed it to the top of the list for outdoor use. Never too much heat in this kitchen From grills to smokers to wood-burning pizza ovens, what you choose for cooking will take center stage. Built-in barbecues require insulation, and building codes dictate the distance that built-ins must be from combustibles. Maybe a fireplace or firepit that can double as an oven suit your entertaining needs. Sinks An outdoor sink needs an underground cold-water supply from the house to the sink, and it needs to be drained in the winter in cold climates. While the plumber is doing the job, hire him to install a buried gas line for the grill. It might be possible to have the outdoor kitchen water line connected to a sprinkler system, as long as the water is purified and meets standards. When it's time to winterize the sprinkler system, you can also take care of the kitchen. Wastewater from the sink can be caught in a tank under the sink. Countertops First, think about how much room you need to prepare foods you'll be making. Then, think exposure to the elements. Granite rates as outdoor cooks' favorite material. Quartz is as durable as granite. Some cooks like the look of field rock or other types of stone. Some choose brick. Tops should measure at least 1 inches and be installed with silicone, which allows movement that results from temperature changes and resultant shifting of the stone. Electric safety tips Make sure the appliances you install in your outdoor kitchen are resistant to a majority of outdoor elements. Excess dust could cause the appliance to work improperly, increasing your chance of a fire When installing outdoor outlets, make sure they are of the ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) type What next? You don't want to have to run inside too many times. Plan for an ice machine, a refrigerator and a preparation area. Look for appliances that are made for the outdoors. They cost more --maybe two or three times as much as indoor appliances--but will last longer. 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"Get Mom one of those dogs that looks like a little fox," I suggested to my dad. He was reluctant at first but finally agreed to buy a Pomeranian pup from an ad. Shortly after Precious Buoy (as Mom called him) moved in, her only remaining sibling came down with an incurable disease. I watched Mom cuddle Precious during her grieving, and I knew that to her he was more than a pet. Her strokes of love and occasional kisses on his golden mane were affection she needed to release to family members she could no longer touch. Precious' antics brought both my parents joy. He preferred that Mom not wear socks, and if she did, he worked until he pulled them off. And his favorite resting place was on the back of Dad's chair. For the 16 years that he was a part of the family, I don't think he ever knew he was a dog (see above). Certainly, no one ever told him. Sandra Hobson, East Bend, Surry-Yadkin EMC Thanks to everyone who sent us photos and stories about pet palaces. You can see more on our Web site. Next month we'll publish some of your favorite wedding photos. [Deadline was April 15.] For more themes and the rules of our "Nothing Could Be Finer" series, see page 20. 18 MAY 2008 Carolina Country fter the flood, usty came to stay Months after Hurricane Floyd and the Flood of 1999, our mixed canine Rusty came to our house. He had no hair on his body, and his collar was almost embedded into his neck. He had been hanging around our neighborhood for weeks after the storm. The neighbors tried to catch him, but they had no success. But the minute he saw my husband, he came running. My husband removed the collar, and the dog stayed. We decided that if he was going to stay he needed medical attention. The vet told us he was about a year old, and that the collar was put on him when he was young. He had heartworms and mange, and the vet said it would be almost impossible to treat or cure. We could not bear to see him put down, so we went through the treatments. It took months, but he became heartworm-free, and his hair finally grew back. He is a beautiful, loving watch dog today. I guess you can say he found his refuge and the best home he ever had, his pet palace. Nancy Mills, Emerald Isle, Carteret-Craven EC A home for a ferret We had wanted a pet for some time. Having bought our own home, we were no longer restricted by a "cats only" lease (my husband is severely allergic to cats and dogs). After some research, we adopted an 8-month-old ferret whom we named Minion. We bought him a top-of-the line twostory cage and a large playpen to romp around in, as well as a few ferret-safe toys. We have found, however, that much like cats and some small children his favorite toys are always the simplest and cheapest ones: a felt-covered dowel rod, a ball of yarn or a duffel bag full of my husband's work things. At the top of the list is Minion's box. Nothing more than a cardboard box with an entrance hole, adding a towel or piece of scrap fleece transforms it into the perfect hidey-hole in which to sleep, play or simply hide treats for later snacking. In this picture, Minion is comfortably ensconced in his box watching me take his photo. I have to be quick, because he never stays still for long! Michele Ogle, Bessemer City, Rutherford EMC . . on his sun porch I am not ashamed to admit that I like chickens. Short, tall, fat, skinny, fried or roasted--I'm a fan. So I suppose it should come as no surprise that while driving through Catawba one spring day I stopped to pick up a rooster who literally fell off the chicken truck on his way to slaughter. Over the following weeks of care, R.C. (Road Chicken) made a full recovery minus a wing. Soon it became clear it was time for R.C. to move out of his makeshift hospital (an old dog kennel) and into something more appropriate for such a peculiar bird. He loved cats and sunning himself on porches, so it was important that his new home accommodate both. For one week I worked sun-up to sundown taking apart wooden pallets and building what I affectionately refer to as "The Poultry Palace." Complete with an A-frame roof and front porch for sunning and feline visitors, R.C. moved in without hesitation. Each morning I would let him out, and by dusk every evening he would return to the safety of his abode for the night. R.C. has since passed on, but his house still stands to his memory. Christina Borders, Statesville, EnergyUnited eatball, USAF etired Although a bulldog is the US Marine Corps mascot, "Meatball" is US Air Force blue through and through! Owned by recently retired USAF Col. Ken Lynn and his wife Monica, Meatball spent his last few years at Seymour Johnson AFB in Goldsboro listening to the daily roar of F-15E Strike Eagles overhead and then at Langley AFB in Hampton, Va., where the even louder F-22A Raptors interrupted his favorite pastime of sleeping. Now that he too is "retired" and living atop his own quiet little mountain in Ashe County, Meatball has made the sunroom, with its beautiful scenic view, his very own pet palace where he snoozes in between playtimes with his favorite stuffed football. Kenneth Lynn, Fleetwood, Blue Ridge EMC arnyard pet palace This is the type of pet palace you find down on the farm. It has a lot of air conditioning in the summer, but probably needs a little extra attention in the winter. As you can see, neither one of these dogs is smiling or wagging its tail. They know that one day this pet palace will be gone, just like so many farmers over the years. Louis Talmadge Meads, Elizabeth City, Albemarle EMC igger's house I built this custom home for my cat Tigger. It was modeled after an actual life-size home, with two floors, a staircase and nine rooms. Each room has a vent for heat and AC. The home has hardwood floors and carpet and lighting in each room. Windows and doors were custom made as well as the shingles. Each shingle is 1-by-2 inches and was cut from a regular sized shingle. The home is over 4 feet long and more than 3 feet wide. The tallest point is just over 36 inches, and it weighs over 600 pounds. Adrian Stokes, Fayetteville, South River EMC continued on page 20 Carolina Country MAY 2008 19 ootie at home Who says that a pet needs to be one that lives in a home or cage? In my mind, a pet is an animal you love and appreciate whether near or far. We have such a pet, and we've named her/him Hootie. Yes, it's a screech owl that lives in a tree in our backyard. This owl has lived in this tree for over 10 years. It's no more than 15 yards from our house, and it sits as you see it in the photo all day long. At night or when the weather is bad it stays inside that hole. Hootie's palace is an old tree where he nests. My husband noticed that the tree was rotten and needed to come down, but we still wanted the owl to return. My husband decided to cut out and cover the top and bottom of the section that the owl was using. He then took a very tall ladder and nailed it to an adjacent tree. We waited that whole year for the owl to return. Sure enough, in the fall that year Hootie came back and resumed his/her residence in the palace. Hootie also has a mate who we don't see that much. In the late spring we see a baby or two and then shortly thereafter they all fledge only to return in the fall. Loretta Harrison, Havelock, Carteret-Craven EC ere to stay Charlie appeared on our welcome mat one November day as a 6-month-old, 25-pound puppy. After a month he decided, since we were a home without a dog, he would adopt us. Folks often ask what breed of dog we have. The best we can do is say he's a "DanishLab-Hound," because we see characteristics of those three breeds. Charlie first lived on our porch in a Dell computer box with a quilt. When the "adoption" was finalized, he received a "dogloo" for Christmas. One day he was carried indoors. Later, with much coaxing, he climbed the steps to our home's second floor. Now, 85-pound Charlie loves his two-story home. He has a dog bed, but often prefers to retreat to our walk-in closet. He loves to look for wildlife from second floor windows (day or night), bark at UPS trucks, or nestle next to the computer. He likes leaving the house for hikes and truck rides. Charlie doesn't like gunshots, backfiring cars, or beeping cell phones. His house is his haven from scary noises. Arriving home from work, it's wonderful to see Charlie at the second floor window, welcoming me to his home! Dawn Hollifield, Marion, Rutherford EMC Here are the themes in our "Nothing Could Be Finer" series. Send us your stories and pictures about these themes. If yours is chosen for publication, we'll send you $50. You don't have to be the best writer. Just tell it from your heart. lue-eyed buddies The best home our pet ever had was in the arms of his master, Connor. Connor received his Siberian husky, Dakota, for his fifth birthday. No palace could ever match the love in Connor's arms. The two blue-eyed boys have been best friends since. Beth Purser, Monroe, Union Power Cooperative way in a manger From November though January, Kody's home is by the manger. She not only stays dry and warm, but she looks like she is worshipping the Christ child. She has chosen the best palace of all. Lori Barker, Asheboro, Randolph EMC c send us your best EARN July 2008 My Favorite Car Stories and photos of the best car you ever had. Deadline: May 15 The Rules 1. Approximately 200 words or less. 2. 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(Let us know if you don't agree to this.) 9. Send to: Nothing Finer, Carolina Country, 3400 Sumner Blvd., Raleigh, NC 27616 E-mail: firstname.lastname@example.com Online: www.carolinacountry.com 20 MAY 2008 Carolina Country `ArtDuckO' exhibit delves into North Carolina's waterfowl culture Nearly 400 carved decoys from 1872 to 2008, beautiful Audubon bird prints and natural bird specimens only skim the surface of a new exhibit at the North Carolina Museum of History in Raleigh. "ArtDuckO: Waterfowl Culture in North Carolina" brings together 150 years of waterfowl culture from decoy carving and fashion to market hunting and conservation efforts. Admission is free at the 8,000 square-foot exhibit. ArtDuckO's re-created environmental settings, hands-on activities and hunting games immerse visitors into a world of waterfowl. Artifacts include feathered fashions, hunting guns and boats, along with humorous touches such as vintage Donald Duck toys. Entering the exhibit, visitors see a 1960s decoy carver's workshop with tools, patterns and carvings owned by carver Alvin Harris, from the Core Sound area. Prized decoys by other Tar Heels, such as Mitchell Fulcher (1869�1950) from Carteret County, appear throughout. Decoys and bird carvings by contemporary carvers include works by Walter "Brother" Gaskill of Harkers Island and Nick Sapone of Wanchese. ArtDuckO delves deep into the state's hunting history. North Carolina emerged as the "Waterfowl Capital of the World" in the late 1800s, after sportsmen from the North and other parts of the country discovered its bountiful hunting grounds. Wealthy northern businessmen established more than 100 gunning clubs and lodges from 1870 to 1920 within a 100-mile radius of Back Bay, Currituck Sound and adjoining marshes. They brought their own decoys until the 1930s, when they began purchasing them from local carvers. ArtDuckO features decoys made in the North and used by members in Outer Banks hunt clubs, such as the Swan Island Shooting Club and the opulent Lighthouse Club (now the Whalehead Club) near Corolla. Hunters who harvested waterfowl for commercial markets began to carve wooden decoys in the 1800s. Some carvers produced several hundred of these valuable hunting tools. Gradually, regional styles of decoy carving developed. For example, the shape of a tail could distinguish a Core Sound decoy from an Ocracoke Island decoy. The various interpretations of swans, geese, ducks, shore birds and other waterfowl illustrate how decoys evolved from working decoys to decorative objects in the 1960s, when Americans began collecting them as folk art. The exhibit's guns, boats and equipment typify the tools used by commercial hunters and follows the evolution of the waterfowl gun, beginning with an American colonist's flintlock 12-gauge, single-barreled muzzleloader (circa 1750�1780). Feathers became fashionable for women's hats and accessories in the 1850s. A Victorian room setting in ArtDuckO showcases dresses, hats, stoles and fans embellished with feathers. One 1910 silk taffeta hat features the whole body of a seagull. Commercial hunting eventually depleted the state's waterfowl. For example, tens of millions of birds-- especially white egrets, herons and small terns--were killed at the height of the feather trade. In 1917, North Carolina became the first state to outlaw market hunting, and other restrictions followed. ArtDuckO highlights the Audubon Society's conservation efforts and features a first-edition set of Birds of America 1827�1838 by John James Audubon. Visitors also will discover a few unexpected surprises among the flock, such as a duck decoy given to former President John F. Kennedy by his wife, Jacqueline. Kids can follow Quack Facts by Professor Quack and climb into a boat in the play area. Decoys above made by St. Clair Midgett (1894�1965), arranged in a marsh in Dare County. Kroghie Andresen ArtDuckO The exhibit is scheduled to run through December 2008. The North Carolina Museum of History's hours are Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. (919) 807-7900 or www.ncmuseumofhistory.org. c Carolina Country MAY 2008 21 Your scrap metal I S T H E I R M I S S I O N T Text and photos by J.D. Walker orth Carolinians may not realize they are sitting on small gold mines--or at least a significant source of pocket change--right in their own backyards. But some teenagers in Randolph County have figured it out. Tra'e Hill and his classmates at Fayetteville Street Christian School in Asheboro collected scrap metal to raise money for this year's junior/senior banquet and possibly, an upcoming missionary trip. In this school of some 170 students, the junior class raises funds to put on a banquet for both upper classes, the equivalent of their prom. The idea of collecting scrap metal to raise money was the brainchild of Tra'e, 17, and his father, Sgt. Donny Hill of the Asheboro Police Department. Other members of the class are Seth Arrington, Henry Ceiro, Timothy Farr, Christian Hancock, Joseph McNeill, Caroline Miller, Luis Moncion and Luke Moss. Last summer, Tra'e figured he would mow lawns as a summer job. The drought put an end to that idea. Then a family friend asked for help getting rid of some old vending machines. Here was something unique and possibly lucrative, Tra'e thought. From there, it was just a matter of bringing some friends on board to help. As word got around, Tra'e and his friends had plenty to do. Somebody needed help cleaning out a warehouse. Another person wanted to get rid of an old Volkswagen. Used appliances, old mowers, discarded barrels and much more were all turned into cash at a Biscoe salvage yard. When school started up again and Tra'e became class president, the junior class responsibility of paying for the banquet and his summer entrepreneurial experiment came together perfectly. "It seemed like a better idea than just asking for 22 MAY 2008 Carolina Country N money or expecting our parents to pay for it," he said. Tra'e and his friends hit on a solid trend. The Steel Recycling Institute reports that steel is America's number one recycled material. As worldwide production of steel has escalated, so has the global demand for quality steel scrap. Prices for steel scrap remain significantly above the historical average price, and as a result, inventories of steel scrap across America are at their lowest levels since World War II. That means the discarded metal appliances and products frequently found in Southern garages or rusting at the back of the property are more valuable now than ever. The Randolph County boys remember wrestling 800-pound factory rollers on the truck last summer. "There were a bunch of them," said Seth Arrington. "Somebody had to sit on the cart to keep it from tipping over." Sand's Tree Service of Asheboro donated the use of the dump truck. People arranged to bring their castoffs to the school or called the main office to have the kids come out and pick the material up. The goal was to continue the program through the school year. If revenue exceeded the amount needed to pay for the class banquet and missionary trip, the class would continue to work and donate the money to the school's general fund. Donors can call Fayetteville Street Christian School (910) 629-1383 or (910) 964-1213. c J.D. Walker is a freelance reporter in Randolph County. Photo: Tra'e Hill (on the ground) and Luke Moss load scrap metal on a truck from a site in Asheboro. TO YOUR HEALTH Understanding the Food Label Eating healthfully requires controlling your portions and eating foods that are high in fiber, and low in saturated fat, trans fat and excess sugar. But how can you be sure the foods you choose meet these healthy guidelines? By reading food labels! This allows you to better understand what is actually in the food you're eating. Reading a food label The food label provides important nutrition information about the contents in the package. Often you will find it under the title "Nutrition Facts." A lot of information is included on the label, which is helpful, but can also be confusing. Research has shown that the two most confusing areas of the food label are serving size and servings per container. Serving Size: This is perhaps the most important part of the food label and one that everyone should be familiar with. The serving size refers to the amount normally considered to be one serving. This can be much smaller than what is typically eaten at one time. The serving size on the package may be � cup, when you really eat one or more cups of that food. If this is the case, you are consuming at least twice the calories, fat, sugar and sodium. Servings Per Container: Always check the number of servings in a container. It is often more than one, even for something that seems like only one serving to you. Bottled beverages and small bags of chips often contain two to three servings. If you finish the entire bottle or bag, you will consume two to three times the number of calories, fat, sugar and sodium. Sodium: This lists the amount of salt in a given serving of food. Processed and packaged foods often contain very high amounts of sodium. Aim to eat no more than 2,400 mg of salt per day. This will be hard to do if your diet contains too many packaged foods. That's one more reason to eat fresh fruits and vegetables. Dietary Fiber: It is particularly important to read labels when trying to eat a high fiber diet. What you will notice is that most (but not all) packaged foods are relatively low in fiber--another important reason to eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables. When choosing packaged foods like cereals, crackers and bread products, look for options that offer the most fiber. Sugar: You may find a surprisingly high amount of sugar in what you think of as "healthy" foods. If that is the case, compare labels and look for similar products that contain less sugar. Macaroni and Cheese Nutrition Facts Serving Size 1 cup (228g) Servings Per Container 2 Amount Per Serving Calories 250 Calories from Fat 110 % Daily Value* Total Fat 12g Saturated Fat 3g Cholesterol 30mg Sodium 470mg Total Carbohydrate 31g Dietary Fiber 0g Sugars 5g 18% 15% 10% 20% 10% 0% Protein 5g Vitamin A Vitamin C Calcium Iron 4% 2% 20% 4% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs: Calories: 2,000 2,500 Total Fat Less than 65g 60g Sat Fat Less than 20g 25g Cholesterol Less than 300mg 300mg Sodium Less than 2,400mg 2,400mg Total Carbohydrate 300g 375g Dietary Fiber 25g 30g From "Your Wellness for Life Guide," published by Harris Teeter, a grocery based in Matthews, N.C. The complete guide and daily tracker are available free at all Harris Teeter stores. For more information and a free 7-day meal planner, visit www.harristeeter.com. Carolina Country MAY 2008 23 EARTH TALK From the Editors of E/The Environmental Magazine Zelda Go Wild, courtesy Flickr Recycling clothing Just because that old shirt you used to love is too threadbare to wear anymore doesn't mean it has to end up in a landfill. "There's a place for old clothing even if something is missing a button or torn," says Jana Hawley, a professor of textile and apparel management at the University of Missouri-Columbia. "Ninety-nine percent of used textiles are recyclable." Non-profits like Goodwill and the Salvation Army play a crucial role in keeping old clothes out of the waste stream. When they get donations of clothes that are too threadbare to re-sell in one of their shops, they send them to "rag sorters" that specialize in recycling fabric. Hawley says textile recyclers sell about half the clothing they get to developing countries, while unusable garments, especially cotton t-shirts, are turned into wiping and polishing cloths. She adds that other textiles are shredded into fibers used to make new products, such as sound-deadening materials for the automotive industry, archival-quality paper, blankets and plastic fencing. Outdoor clothing and gear maker Patagonia in 2005 launched its Common Threads Garment Recycling program. The program was originally begun so customers could return worn out long undies for recycling, but has expanded to taking back Patagonia fleece and cotton t-shirts as well as Polartec fleece from other manufacturers. Consumers wanting to unload items that meet the program's criteria can do so at any Patagonia retail store or by mailing them into the company's Reno, Nevada service center. Of course, do-it-yourselfers handy with needle-andthread or sewing machines can turn old clothes into new creations such as quilts, handbags and smaller items. The Web site Expert Village, which claims to have the largest online collection of "how-to" videos, offers a free series called "How to Recycle Old Clothes into New Fashions." Another good use for threadbare clothes (as well as sheets and towels) is pet bedding, whether in your own home or donated to a local animal shelter. According to the Institute for Local Self-Reliance, textiles make up about four percent of the weight and eight percent of the volume of all municipal solid waste in the U.S. The commercial recycling company U'SAgain finds that some 85 percent of the 70 pounds of textiles the average American purchases each year ends up landfilled. To learn more: Goodwill, www.goodwill.org; Patagonia, www.patagonia.com; Salvation Army, www.salvationarmy.org; U'SAgain, www.usagain.com; Expert Village, www.expertvillage.com. Solar power from highways The concept of using road surfaces to generate solar power is moving beyond the idea stage. Roads absorb heat from the sun and are usually free of sightline obstructions that could otherwise block light rays. 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To find a strawberry farm near you, or for more information, visit www.ncstrawberry.com MARTHA WASHINGTON PIES This recipe by Dorothy Fann, Clayton, was prize-winner in the N.C. Strawberry Association recipe contest. STRAWBERRY SENSATION CAKE This recipe by Mattie Fowler, Winston-Salem, was prize-winner in the N.C. Strawberry Association recipe contest. 4 egg whites � teaspoon cream of tartar 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar, divided 1 cup finely chopped pecans � cup crushed saltines (about 12 crackers) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 6 cups sliced fresh strawberries cup reduced fat whipped topping 2� 2� 2 1 In a large mixing bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in 1 cup of sugar, 2 tablespoons at a time on high until stiff and glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Fold in nuts, crackers, and vanilla. Drop by rounded cupfuls onto parchment-lined baking sheets. Shape into 3�-inch rounds with back of a spoon. Bake at 300 degrees for 25�30 minutes or until set. Turn oven off, and leave in oven with door closed for 2 hours. Toss strawberries with the remaining sugar, then spoon cup onto each shell. Dollop each shell with whipped topping. Yield: 9 servings 1 4 1 1 � Filling 3 Hershey chocolate bars (1.55-ounces each), chopped 1� cups heavy cream 2 tablespoons sugar � teaspoon vanilla extract Cream Cheese Frosting 1 stick butter, softened 1 package (8-ounce) cream cheese, softened 4 cups confectioners sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Garnish 4�6 whole fresh strawberries, washed 1� cups fresh strawberries, sliced 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips, melted 1 tablespoon shortening cups cake flour teaspoons baking powder cups white sugar package (3-ounce) strawberry flavored gelatin cup butter, softened eggs cup milk teaspoon vanilla extract cup pureed fresh strawberries the powdered sugar and vanilla and beat until desired consistency. Chocolate Dipped Strawberries: Rinse strawberries and dry thoroughly on paper towels (chocolate will not stick to wet strawberries). Set aside. Place chocolate morsels and shortening in top of a double boiler, bring water to boil. Reduce heat to low and cook until chocolate melts. Cool chocolate to lukewarm (110 degrees). Grasp strawberries by the top and dip in chocolate mixture. Place on a wire rack sprayed with vegetable cooking spray and chill until firm. Assembly: Cover two cooled layers with of the filling, then stack all three. Frost sides of cake with the frosting. Pipe an edge of frosting around cake top. Spread remaining of filling on cake top. Garnish top of cake with dipped strawberries. Put sliced strawberries around base of cake. Winning reader recipe Cornbread Salad 1 box cornbread mix (Jiffy or Martha White) Make and bake as directed on box Mix together 1 cup chopped green pepper 1 cup chopped onion � cup celery 2 large tomatoes, chopped 2 cups shredded sharp cheese 2 cups mayonnaise CAROLINA STRAWBERRY TIRAMISU This recipe by Amanda Boury, Raleigh, was prize-winner in the N.C. Strawberry Association recipe contest. 4 1 � 8 � cups strawberries tablespoon vanilla syrup cup amaretto liqueur ounces mascarpone cheese cup whipping cream Ladyfingers Cocoa powder Puree 2 cups of strawberries. Beat whipping cream until soft peaks form, whip in mascarpone cheese, vanilla syrup, and amaretto. In a large bowl or other deep dish, place a layer of ladyfingers which have been soaked briefly--less than a minute--in pureed strawberries. Add a layer of sliced strawberries and then a layer of the whipped cream mixture. Repeat. Top with cocoa powder. Chill for 2 hours before serving. 42 MAY 2008 Carolina Country Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans. Mix flour and baking powder together and set aside. In a large bowl on medium speed, beat sugar, gelatin and butter until fluffy (about 4 minutes with a heavy duty mixer, 6 minutes with a less powerful one). Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in flour and milk alternately, beginning and ending with flour. Fold in 1 teaspoon vanilla and pureed strawberries. Divide equally into three 9-inch round cake pans. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted into cake comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes in the pans on wire racks, then remove from pans onto racks and cool completely. Filling: Beat whipping cream, 2 tablespoons sugar, and � teaspoon vanilla on high until stiff. Fold in � cup chopped chocolate bars. Store in refrigerator until ready to use. Frosting: Beat the butter and cream cheese until fluffy, about 1 minute. Add Bake cornbread and crumble in medium pieces and then add the vegetable mixture and stir until well mixed. Top with bacon bits. Ann Dyson of EnergyUnited in Mocksville, NC will receive $25 for submitting this recipe. Send Us Your Recipes Contributors whose recipes are published will receive $25. We retain reprint rights for all submissions. Include your name, address, phone number (for questions), and the name of your electric cooperative. Mail to: Carolina Country Kitchen, P.O. Box 27306, Raleigh, NC 27611 or E-mail to: firstname.lastname@example.com Find more than 300 recipes at www.carolinacountry.com June 5-8, 2008 N.C. 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