More than 100 area high school students received scholarships this spring for their post-secondary education from Dakota Electric Association. Other students receiving part of the $160,000 in unclaimed capital credits this year are students at Inver Hills Community College and Dakota County Technical College, who will receive their scholarships in the fall. Dakota Electric has [...]
Dakota Electric is excited to share that we've donated a tree to cities in our service area! Each city chose and planted their own tree between April 19 and May 9. We're also thrilled to announce that we've donated 3,000 dogwood tree seedlings across our service area this year. Since 1997, we've given [...]
Dakota Electric’s summer rates go into effect every June, July and August, and reflect the cost we pay for wholesale electricity when increased energy use drives up the demand and cost of electricity.By reducing your energy use, you can lower your monthly electric bill this summer. Looking for more ways to save? Call our Energy Experts® [...]
It's National Electrical Safety Month and at Dakota Electric, safety is more than just a priority — it's a core value that guides everything we do. Our recent annual Safety Week was a testament to this commitment, as we engaged our employees in a series of activities designed to reinforce safety protocols and enhance preparedness. [...]
If you see roadside crews, please slow down and move over when possible. Our utility trucks are equipped with flashing lights and reflective materials. Work zones are marked on the road with orange cones and our lineworkers wear reflective clothing when working near roadways, but even with these measures in place, work [...]
Landscaping is a great way to increase the value of your property and save energy, but trees and shrubs planted too close to power lines and other electrical equipment can create both safety and reliability concerns. You can help maintain power line access and clearance by planning ahead before planting trees and shrubs. These guidelines help [...]
The National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) Youth Tour was established to inspire our next generation of leaders. Students who participate receive an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington, D.C., to learn about the cooperative business model, meet elected officials, visit monuments and museums, tour federal agencies and discuss issues that are most important to them. Dakota [...]
Dakota Electric is conducting transformer maintenance in specific areas, identified by assessments or member requests regarding rust. This involves inspections and maintenance of transformers and switchgear. To maintain optimal safety and accessibility, we adhere to strict clearance specifications around transformers. We understand that these specifications may not always be readily apparent to members, as stickers [...]
2023 Annual Report In 2022, Dakota Electric's leadership and board of directors devised the Strategic and Operating Plan to guide the cooperative's direction. They outlined seven key priorities and associated goals. Here's a high-level look at what was achieved in 2023 for each priority. Launched RESAP (Rural [...]
As a member of Dakota Electric, you have the opportunity to participate in our annual election and vote for the directors who serve on the board and govern your cooperative. Dakota Electric 2024 annual election ballots will be mailed on April 8 from Survey & Ballot Systems, an independent election service. Each ballot includes instructions [...]
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