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Great River Energy secures hundreds of millions in federal funding
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Full articleSeeking a new generation of skilled labor
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New title sponsorship connects co-ops with river communities
Minnesota Paddling Opener brings people to the Mississippi River Great River Energy was recently named title sponsor of an event that ties together the great Minnesota outdoors, the Mississippi River
Full articleSafety campaign wins national strategic communications award
Great River Energy was recognized for achievements in communications and marketing by the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) for its “Be the One” safety campaign,
Full articleGreat River Energy board seats new director
A new member was recently seated on Great River Energy’s board of directors. Kyle Weideman was first elected to the Cooperative Light & Power board of directors in May 2021. He served as
Full articleAnnual report now available
Great River Energy recently published its annual report, which details the cooperative’s operations and financial performance over the past calendar year. Also included in the 2024 report is a
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