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

Forum highlights energy issues in Minnesota

by Joe Miller | May 19, 2023

Darrick Moe, MREA, discussed the transition to meet the new 100% carbon free bill recently passed in Minnesota. Lake Region CEO Tim Thompson welcomed members and encouraged their involvement in...

Minnesota Rural Electric Association leads emergency safety drill with emergency responders

by Ryan Johnson | Apr 24, 2023

Minnesota Rural Electric Association leads emergency safety drill with emergency responders The Minnesota Rural Electric Association (MREA) and Astera Health, along with other emergency response...

MREA Applauds Signing of Bipartisan Investments in Minnesota’s Energy Grid Legislation

by Ryan Johnson | Apr 21, 2023

On Tuesday, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz signed legislation (HF1656) into law that will unlock historic federal investments into Minnesota's energy grid. The Minnesota Rural Electric Association...

Take Action – Make Your Voice Heard Through Voter Voice

by Joe Miller | Apr 15, 2023

This month, the Minnesota Legislature proposed legislation to transition all electricity sold in the state to be 100% carbon-free by 2040. SF 4 poses a significant threat to electric reliability and...

Advisory: MREA May Day Drill

by Ryan Johnson | Apr 12, 2023

What: MayDay Drill — This is the final event of a week of specialized lineworker training at the line school conducted by the Minnesota Rural Electric Association. This practice drill...

MREA Statement on Rep. Emmer Energy Roundtable Discussion

by Ryan Johnson | Apr 5, 2023

BECKER, MN – On Tuesday, Minnesota Rural Electric Association (MREA) CEO Darrick Moe participated in a roundtable energy discussion hosted by Rep. Tom Emmer (R-Delano) on the urgent need for...

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Submit your hero: Minnesota’s electric cooperatives to honor local heroes

Do you know someone who goes above and beyond to make your community a better place? Maybe they’ve poured their time and energy into helping a local nonprofit thrive, assisted those in need or spearheaded a community project that has made life better for everyone. Now...

Nuclear Power: Facts and Myths

When people think about nuclear power, they often picture Homer Simpson dozing off in a control room or Montgomery Burns scheming to cut corners for profit. Pop culture has shaped that image — but it couldn’t be further from modern reality. For decades, nuclear energy...

New Stearns Electric Operations Center and Headquarters to Open Aug. 19

MELROSE, Minn. – Stearns Electric Association is proud to announce the opening of its new operations center and headquarters in Melrose on Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2025 Beginning Aug. 19, all Melrose business operations will take place at the new facility, located at...