Basin Electric Power Cooperative Appoints Brickhouse as CEO and General Manager
Posted on Dec 15, 2023 in Press Release | Comments Off on Basin Electric Power Cooperative Appoints Brickhouse as CEO and General Manager
The board of Basin Electric Power Cooperative has appointed Todd Brickhouse as the new CEO and general manager, following his interim role since July. Brickhouse, who initially joined as Senior Vice President and CFO in June 2022, brings 21 years of experience from Old Dominion Electric Cooperative. Basin Electric, based in Bismarck, serves 141 member rural electric systems across nine...
Missouri Co-Op Wins Bid for Serving Meatpacking Plant
Posted on Dec 7, 2023 in Press Release, Trends | Comments Off on Missouri Co-Op Wins Bid for Serving Meatpacking Plant
Cuivre River Electric Cooperative overcame an investor-owned utility to secure the opportunity to serve an $800 million meatpacking plant in Missouri. The co-op showcased its agility, competitive rates, and strong community ties, ultimately winning the bid for the state-of-the-art facility with significant economic impact.
NRECA’S WORK WITH COBB EMC EARNS GLOBAL AWARD
Posted on Sep 20, 2023 in Press Release, Uncategorized | Comments Off on NRECA’S WORK WITH COBB EMC EARNS GLOBAL AWARD
NRECA, Cobb EMC and three national laboratories have won global recognition for their work on microgrid control modeling software that can boost grid reliability by using distributed assets to mitigate power outages.
Texas Electric Cooperative Awarded Government Defense Contract
Posted on Jun 4, 2023 in Press Release | Comments Off on Texas Electric Cooperative Awarded Government Defense Contract
Rio Grande Electric Cooperative, Inc. has been awarded an over $8.7 million 50-year contract for electric utility services for the United States Air Force.
Electric Cooperatives Support Passage of Major Energy Legislation
Posted on Mar 31, 2023 in Legislative & Politics, Press Release | Comments Off on Electric Cooperatives Support Passage of Major Energy Legislation
The National Rural Electric Cooperation Association and its members applaud the House passage of major energy legislation which will modernize and expedite the environmental review process under the National Environmental Policy Act for cooperatives.
Roanoke Electric Cooperative Announces Rebrand to Roanoke Cooperative
Posted on Mar 23, 2023 in Press Release | Comments Off on Roanoke Electric Cooperative Announces Rebrand to Roanoke Cooperative
Roanoke Cooperative’s rebrand demonstrates the expanded services that it now offers to its members, including high-speed internet access and fiber connectivity.
Senate Appropriations Committee Announces Aid for South Louisiana Electric Cooperative Association
Posted on Mar 9, 2023 in Natural Disaster, Press Release | Comments Off on Senate Appropriations Committee Announces Aid for South Louisiana Electric Cooperative Association
Senator John Kennedy announced nearly $85 million in Federal Emergency Management Agency disaster aid grants for Louisianians on Tuesday. Over $77.5 of that funding will go to the South Louisiana Electric Cooperative Association for system-wide repairs related to Hurricane Ida.
CoBank Announces $250,000 Contribution to NRECA International
Posted on Mar 8, 2023 in Press Release | Comments Off on CoBank Announces $250,000 Contribution to NRECA International
For the 12th consecutive year, CoBank has contributed in support of NRECA International’s rural electrification projects in order to help provide access to safe, reliable and affordable electricity.
Cullman Electric Cooperative to Receive Grant to Fund Fiber Internet
Posted on Mar 8, 2023 in Press Release | Comments Off on Cullman Electric Cooperative to Receive Grant to Fund Fiber Internet
Cullman Electric Cooperative will receive a $4,579,716.92 grant to assist in bringing Sprout Fiber Internet to more than 1,300 households, 33 businesses and 23 anchor institutions.
A New $750 Million Power Station Will Supply Electricity to a Group of Five Electric Cooperatives in Louisiana
Posted on Feb 14, 2023 in Generation & Transmission, Press Release | Comments Off on A New $750 Million Power Station Will Supply Electricity to a Group of Five Electric Cooperatives in Louisiana
A $750 million, 700-megawatt electric generation plant is being built by Kindle Energy in Iberville Parish. The Magnolia Power Generating Station will supply power to the 1803 Electric Cooperative, an alliance of five utility groups, and is expected to begin commercial operations in May 2025.
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