Heat pump technology is one of the most advanced and energy-efficient heating and cooling technologies available. Heat pumps do not create heat, like combustion furnaces do. They simply transfer or “pump” heat using heat exchangers, compressors and refrigerant. Since more heat energy is transferred than consumed in the process, the efficiencies of heat pumps range [...]
The following summary lists the 2019 rebate programs offered by Dakota Electric. To qualify for any of these programs, you must live in Dakota Electric's service territory and meet the specific requirements set for each rebate offering. Funds are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis and are subject to change without notice. To [...]
Dakota Electric Association distributed $21,480 in 2018 through its Helping Neighbors® program to the Community Action Program, The Salvation Army and 360 Communities for local energy assistance. “This money is available because of our members’ generous donations to the Helping Neighbors program,” Greg Miller, Dakota Electric president and chief executive officer, said. “Dakota Electric is merely [...]
Dakota Electric Association will provide five high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to travel to Washington, D.C. as part of the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association’s (NRECA) Youth Tour, June 15-20. Join hundreds of young people from across the U.S. Each June, more than 1,500 students from across the country travel to Washington, [...]
Dakota Electric Association and its employees have raised $31,614 for charities — the most ever — through its employee-led program called Dakota Cares. The Dakota Cares Committee: Julie Simonsen, Bernie Kolnberger, SusanStrong, Corey Willert, Mel Belschner, Cherry Jordan, Dave Reinke and TomRiste. Each year Dakota Electric’s employees hold a variety of fundraising events and [...]
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 can also request to have a copy of the brochure mailed to you by calling 651-463-6212.
Last year, Dakota Electric and its employees held a variety of fundraising events and a pledge drive to raise money for three charities: United Way ($7,775) Community Health Charities ($15,683) Fallen Linemen Organization ($8,156) Activities included a fun shoot, silent auctions, fajita feed, and a pork chop feed.
Majestic Hills Ranch and Bundles of Love Charity are named runners up The 2018 Touchstone Energy Community Award winners from Dakota Electric: PawPADS; Majestic Hills Ranch and Bundles of Love. Dakota Electric Association named Pawsitive Perspectives Assistance Dogs (PawPADs), Lakeville, as the local 2018 Touchstone Energy Community Award winner. Majestic Hills Ranch, Lakeville, and [...]
Dakota Electric will send five local high school juniors or seniors on an all-expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C. June 15-20 as part of the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association’s (NRECA) Youth Tour." Sponsored by the nation’s electric cooperatives since 1958, the NRECA Youth Tour is designed to build leadership skills while educating young people about [...]
New year, new resolutions. Resolve to save energy and money at home. Check out these eight things all homeowners should do to cost effectively lower their energy bills. Install and set a programmable thermostat and save an estimated 10 percent a year on heating and cooling costs. Use sunlight to your advantage. Choose window treatments [...]
Dakota Electric Association
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Farmington, Minnesota 55024
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