Beneficial electrification supports the use of more all-electric appliances and equipment, such as electric heat pumps and electric vehicles, and provides users with clean and efficient products. Widespread beneficial electrification reduces greenhouse gas emissions and fosters a more robust and resilient electrical grid.  Dakota Electric’s electric vehicle charging programs are the type of innovative, beneficial [...]

With heating and cooling accounting for some of the largest energy expenses for homeowners, it makes sense to install one high-efficiency appliance to keep costs as low as possible. In addition to your furnace, an air-source heat pump (ASHP) uses electricity to heat and cool. It works like an air conditioner (A/C) to cool, and [...]

Dakota Electric is resuming collection activity, including disconnections and late fees, based on account status. Members with past-due accounts were mailed disconnection notices on June 1, and are subject to disconnection as soon as August 2.  We want to help our members find energy assistance resources that can help bring their account current. Minnesota’s [...]

Your Electricity 2021 Brochure Available The most recent information on how the electric generation, transmission and distribution systems work, plus the sources, costs and emissions of fuels used in meeting the needs of Dakota Electric’s members, is available here. You may also request a copy of the brochure be mailed to you by calling [...]

What You Need To Know About Power Outages Summer storms, accompanied by heavy wind and lightning, are major causes of power outages. However, there are many other causes of power outages that can strike at unexpected times. Animals, underground cable failures, trees and vegetation are a few of Dakota Electric’s top causes for [...]

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