Minnesota’s electric cooperatives are seeking to recognize people across the communities they serve who consistently go above and beyond to make a difference whether it’s pouring their time and energy into helping a local nonprofit thrive, assisting those in need or spearheading a project that has benefitted others. The Cooperative Heroes Award, launched this October […]
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Members get up-close look at their wholesale power provider A group of Lake Country Power (LCP) member-owners recently got a firsthand look at how the electricity they receive at home is made and moved by visiting several Great River Energy sites over the course of a daylong informational tour. Approximately 50 members traveled by bus
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Internship program offers hands-on, real-world experience for students exploring their careers A major shift is occurring for personnel in the energy sector. The industry is growing 25% faster than overall U.S. employment and, over the next 10 years, one-third of skilled trades professionals will retire — leaving the workforce at a faster rate than younger
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After an extensive search for its next leader, the Cooperative Light & Power (CLP) board of directors recently announced the permanent appointment of Carey Hogenson as chief executive officer (CEO). “We are proud to announce Carey as our next CEO,” said CLP Board Chair Roger Peterson. “Her deep business knowledge, understanding of the energy industry
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Northland Reliability Project is first major transmission initiative in MISO’s Tranche 1 BECKER, Minn. – Energy leaders and state partners gathered today at a groundbreaking celebration for the Northland Reliability Project, a transformative transmission project that will boost grid reliability and resilience in northern and central Minnesota as the clean-energy transition continues. Jointly owned by
Member-owners reinvest in their service territory by building new headquarters, operational facilities Great River Energy’s member-owner cooperatives have served their memberships with reliable, affordable electricity for nearly 90 years, and many are committing even further to these communities for decades to come as they construct modern operational facilities. While much of the reasoning behind the
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Great River Energy’s E3 Commercial Financing Program brings value to communities Through its Energy Efficiency and Electrification (E3) Commercial Financing Program, Great River Energy provides a stable, affordable financing tool to help member-owner cooperatives and their communities invest in high-efficiency equipment and innovative electrification projects. The result? Long-term energy savings, economic resilience and measurable carbon
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Free youth baseball, softball clinics connect Twins club with Greater Minnesota Another summer tradition of bringing free baseball and softball clinics to local ballfields across Minnesota Twins Territory and Great River Energy’s service area is in the books. More than 7,000 youth ages 6 to 12 picked up pointers on how to pitch, hit and
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Air source heat pumps provide year-round comfort that is efficient and cost-effective As the summer heat begins to fade away and cooler air returns for another season, consumers may find themselves considering how to efficiently and cost-effectively heat their home throughout another Minnesota winter. Advances in electric heating technology, particularly air source heat pumps (ASHP),
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In an industry that is rapidly evolving with new technologies and increasing demand for efficiency, Great River Energy continues its strides to stay ahead by investing in innovative tools and strategies. One of those tools has transformed how the cooperative manages infrastructure and responds to transmission events. Previously, whenever a fault on the transmission system
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