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Light News
Every day something changes in the energy industry. From new wind farms to technology upgrades in our system control center, change happens every day. Light News is our way of providing brief pieces of information to keep members informed about the day-to-day changes, milestones and news at Dakota Electric. More >>
Don't forget the Eco-Site when spring cleaning
The Eco-Site accepts various electronics, CFLs , household hazardous wastes and other waste from Dakota County residents. For more information on accepted materials, directions and hours of operation, visit the Eco-Site's Web page.
Get discounted tickets for Touchstone Energy® Day with the Minnesota Twins
Join members from cooperatives around Minnesota for the 9th annual Touchstone Energy® Co-op Day with the Minnesota Twins on Saturday, June 28 and take advantage of reduced ticket prices and concession coupons. Get more details
Free energy audits available to help you save energy and money
Dakota Electric offers a variety of online energy audit tools to help members find ways to have energy in their homes and reduce household energy costs. Check out our online audit tools
Save on summer cooling costs with Cycled Air®
Want a free, easy way to save money on your cooling costs this summer? Cycled Air® is a free program that allows members to receive a $10 credit on their electric bill energy June, July and August. Learn more about the benefits of Cycled Air
Helping Neighbors®
With many local residents feeling the impact of the slowing economy, it has never been more important for those able to help to participate in Helping Neighbors. Helping Neighbors is a program Dakota Electric developed to help our local Salvation Army, CAP Agency and Community Action Council provide utility bill assistance to residents in times of needs. Learn how you can participate
Increasing Power Costs Impact Residential and Off-Peak Rates
Increasing power costs will be reflected on members' bills as a change in the Resource and Tax Adjustment (RTA) in 2008 as a result of higher costs from our wholesale power supplier, Great River Energy. For residential members, the RTA will be a charge of $.0122 per kilowatt hour. Learn more about the RTA
In 2008, the price members pay for off-peak electricity will also increase. This rate change is reflected in the off-peak credit on your bill. Learn more about the value of off-peak rates
CapX
With Minnesota's electrical demand projected to grow by 2020 and our current transmission system nearing maximum capacity, utilities serving the state have joined to form CapX 2020. The organization is working to upgrade transmission infrastructure to assure continued reliability and access to low-cost energy. Learn about CapX2020 projects
Capital Credits
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Great River Energy
Great River Energy's Farmington Transmission Line Proposal
For announcements, fact sheets and FAQ, please visit Great River Energy's Web site for more details.
