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Minnesotans encouraged to “thank a lineworker” this April

This April, the Minnesota Rural Electric Association (MREA), in partnership with electric cooperatives across the state, is proud to recognize the essential work of Minnesota’s lineworkers — those dedicated professionals who ensure our homes, schools and businesses...

MREA seeks sustainable solar reform at the Capitol this session

The Minnesota Rural Electric Association, along with Minnesota’s electric cooperatives, celebrates the inclusion of solar reform legislation in the Senate energy budget bill, sponsored by Senator Nick Frentz (DFL-North Mankato). The proposed bill seeks to update...

2023 Miss America discusses benefits of nuclear energy at the Minnesota Rural Electric Association’s 84th annual meeting

Keynote speaker Grace Stanke, nuclear engineer and 2023 Miss America, spoke about nuclear energy being a misunderstood resource at the Minnesota Rural Electric Association’s (MREA) 84th annual meeting with the theme “Energizing Connections, Empowering Communities.”...

Lake Country Power Names Bakk General Manager

by | Nov 25, 2020

Cohasset, Minn. – Lake Country Power's Board of Directors recently named Mark Bakk general manager of the 43,000-member rural electric cooperative serving northeastern Minnesota. Bakk will be charged with the responsibility to lead the not-for-profit utility on its...

Federated members help fund local projects with Operation Round Up

by | Nov 24, 2020

(Jackson, MN) -- The Federated Rural Electric Trust, Jackson, recognized local organizations receiving $27,090 through Operation Round Up. These donations occur due to monthly contributions by participating Federated members. 26 groups received money in this 52nd...

Basin Electric, members meet virtually to discuss the evolving resource needs to provide reliable, affordable energy

by | Nov 6, 2020

Bismarck, N.D. – Basin Electric’s 2020 Annual Meeting of the Membership was held virtually for the first time for its member cooperative directors, employees, public officials, and utility representatives. Hundreds of viewers tuned in representing the industry and...