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Resources perform reliably during July heat wave

Power generation resources, Renewable energy, Transmission /

A July heat wave brought consecutive days of extreme temperatures throughout the region and, with it, elevated electricity demand and rapidly changing market conditions across the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) footprint. For Great River Energy, the heat wave reinforced the importance of maintaining a diverse portfolio of resources capable of responding when members need […]

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First structures set for Northland Reliability Project

Company news, Transmission /

The first structures have been set for the Northland Reliability Project, a major transmission line being constructed by Great River Energy and Minnesota Power.   The Northland Reliability Project is a double-circuit, 345-kilovolt transmission line that will span approximately 180 miles from central Minnesota near Becker to northern Minnesota near Grand Rapids to support grid reliability in the Upper

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Powering curiosity about energy careers

Cooperatives, Power generation resources, Transmission /

Building tomorrow’s energy workforce starts with reaching students early — sometimes even before they enter high school. Student outreach helps young people picture themselves in energy careers by connecting classroom learning with real-world opportunities. By introducing students to roles that support a reliable electric grid — from lineworkers and engineers to communicators, technicians and environmental

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PowerOn Midwest team hits the road

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Over the past month, the PowerOn Midwest project team has been actively on the ground, engaging directly with the communities along the preliminary project routes. PowerOn Midwest is a series of proposed transmission projects in southern Minnesota and eastern South Dakota designed to strengthen electric reliability and deliver more power across southern Minnesota and the

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PowerOn to fuel billions in economic impact across Minnesota

Company news, Economic development, Transmission /

New report highlights benefits for communities, jobs and long-term regional growth A new economic impact report projects major job creation, economic growth and long-term tax revenue from the PowerOn Midwest projects as electricity demand continues to rise in the region. PowerOn Midwest, a group of major transmission projects anchored by a 765‑kilovolt (kV) line, is designed to make

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Co-op activates wildfire mitigation plan amid critical conditions

Safety, Transmission /

Great River Energy implemented its operational wildfire plan for approximately 24 hours after fire conditions reached a critical level in parts of Minnesota. As part of the plan, Great River Energy turned off reclosing on transmission circuits in this area to minimize the chance of igniting a fire. As conditions improved, reclosing was turned back

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Expanded Safety Day event strengthens culture

Cooperatives, Safety, Transmission /

Transmission employees from Great River Energy came together at the cooperative’s Maple Grove office for an expanded Safety Day, which included two days of learning, connection and reinforcing a strong safety culture. The annual event grew from one day to two this year, creating more time for meaningful conversations and hands-on learning. Day one set

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PowerOn Midwest Economic Impact Report highlights billions in benefits for Minnesota

Company news, Transmission /

A new report projects major job creation, economic growth and long-term tax revenue as region prepares for rising energy demand.  PowerOn Midwest will generate billions in economic activity, support thousands of jobs and strengthen local tax bases across Minnesota and South Dakota as electricity demand accelerates in the coming decade, according to a new economic study released today.  PowerOn Midwest,

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Community voices drive conversation

Community, Cooperatives, Transmission /

Hundreds of Minnesotans attend scoping meetings, provide feedback on PowerOn Midwest The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (PUC) held 10 in-person and one online public information and environmental report scoping meeting for the PowerOn Midwest projects from April 21- 30. These meetings were part of the state’s certificate of need process and saw more than 700 people

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‘Helping others when it mattered most’

Cooperatives, Employee news, Transmission /

Employees receive ‘Good Neighbor’ award for stepping up during emergencies At Great River Energy, the Good Neighbor Program recognizes employees who step up to help others during emergencies or difficult situations. They do so using the same skills, training and calm decision-making they rely on in their day-to-day work. The program encourages employees to be

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