As electricity demand grows across the region, Dakota Electric relies on long‑term power‑supply planning to maintain reliable, affordable service for members. As part of this work, Dakota Electric’s Board of Directors continually evaluates how power‑supply needs shift over time. Our priority is maintaining a balanced mix of resources that can adapt as technology, policy and member [...]
Annual Election Information 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 2026 annual election ballots will be mailed on March 30 from Survey & Ballot Systems, an independent election service. [...]
Check out this year’s Energy Wise rebates for your home. For more information and for rebate forms, please visit www.dakotaelectric.com/programs-rebates. To qualify for any of these programs, you must live in Dakota Electric’s service area and meet the specific requirements set for each rebate offering. Funds are limited and available on a first-come, first-served [...]
Load Management Participate in one or more of the following load management (also known as off-peak) programs and receive electricity at nearly half the regular rate! To enroll, contact the Energy Experts® at 651-463-6243 or [email protected]. Storage ProgramsAvailable for electric water heaters, electric thermal storage heaters and slab storage floor heating systems.Interruptible ProgramsAvailable for electric water heaters, [...]
Rate Case Update On January 16, 2026, the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (PUC) issued its formal order approving the settlement agreement reached in June 2025 regarding Dakota Electric’s rate case.On February 13, 2026, Dakota Electric filed its compliance documentation with the PUC, confirming that final rates align with the approved order.New rates are expected to take [...]
Dakota Electric Board of Directors held a special meeting on Saturday, Feb. 10, 2024, where a motion was made and carried to reopen the application period for the 2024 Annual Election specific to District 3, Seat 2. At the end of 2022, District 3 Seat 2 became vacant due to the passing of director William [...]
Dakota Electric Association is excited to announce an incredible opportunity for area students to win an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. from June 18 – 23, 2024. This once-in-a-lifetime experience is part of the National Rural Electric Youth Tour, and Dakota Electric is calling on all eligible students to apply. Students who are [...]
Dakota Electric is excited to announce the launch of its annual American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) survey. The survey aims to gather valuable feedback from customers to further enhance the quality of service provided. As a member-owned electric cooperative, Dakota Electric is committed to delivering exceptional service and meeting the evolving needs of its members. [...]
Dakota Electric is pleased to announce the retirement of $2.6 million in capital credits. This year, the board of directors approved the return of the remaining 2002, 2003, and 2004 allocations, as well as 60% of the 2005 allocation, to its members. Capital credits, which represent members' ownership in the cooperative, are derived from [...]
Interested Director Candidates In adherence with Dakota Electric bylaws and policies, an annual election is held each year for those seats up for election. There are twelve three-year term director seats on the Dakota Electric Board. Each year one seat in each of the four districts is up for election. Any eligible member may [...]
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