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From perspectives on energy issues to the cooperative difference, read the latest news from Minnesota's electric cooperatives.

Energy experts warn electric grid may not be ready for a severe winter

A new report from the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) stresses the need to improve the reliability of North America’s power grid. The report assessed the amount of generation that will be available this winter compared to the projected demand...

WRIGHT-HENNEPIN HOSTS EVENTS, SCHOOL GIVEAWAYS TO CELEBRATE NATIONAL CO-OP MONTH

Rockford, Minn. (November 1, 2023) — To celebrate National Co-op Month in October and its Commitment to Community principle, Wright-Hennepin Cooperative Electric Association (WH) donated nightlights and USB plugs to schools in its service territory. The cooperative...

New study reveals Minnesota electric cooperatives contribute nearly $20 billion to the state’s economy

(MAPLE GROVE, MINN) – A newly released economic impact analysis reveals the substantial contributions electric cooperatives make to Minnesota's economy. Between 2018 and 2022, electric cooperatives injected a staggering $19.6 billion into Minnesota's economy,...