News
From perspectives on energy issues to the cooperative difference, read the latest news from Minnesota's electric cooperatives.
2023 legislative session will impact every Minnesotan who uses electricity
The 2023 legislative session, which began in January and concluded on May 22, was one of the most consequential in history for Minnesota’s 1.7 million cooperative members. Record investments, key...
Forum highlights energy issues in Minnesota
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
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
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
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
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...
Statement on Angie Craig selected as Ranking Ag Committee member
A statement from Darrick Moe, CEO of the Minnesota Rural Electric Association, regarding Angie Craig: “We congratulate...
Minnesota Electric Cooperatives Secure Over $22 Million in Broadband Grants
Minnesota's electric cooperatives have been awarded more than $22 million in Round 10 of the Border-to-Border...
Minnesota electric co-ops send lineworkers to aid power restoration after hurricane
In a shining example of cooperative spirit at the start of Cooperative Month, 18 of Minnesota’s electric cooperatives...