Investing in our Communities Dakota Electric creates and fosters economic development opportunities for the benefit of new and/or existing businesses and local communities. By offering meaningful resources and services, we put energy into the communities we serve. Dakota Electric offers businesses site selection services, financial packaging, technical assistance with local, state and federal funding programs, [...]
2022 Energy Trends Expo Join us for our annual Energy Trends Expo!Thursday, Sept. 29, 5-7 p.m.Eagan Community Center1501 Central Parkway, Eagan, MN 55121 FREEVendor trade showElectric vehicle car showBreakout sessions Registration requested at:https://2022EnergyTrendsExpo.eventbrite.com Change in Call Center & Drive-Up Window Hours Starting October 3, 2022, our member services call [...]
Have you noticed more load control lately? Did you know that the decision to control electric load comes from our power supplier, Great River Energy, and it can come due to numerous factors including power costs, availability of generation, transmission line accessibility and weather. One of the reasons there has been more load control recently is [...]
Low Chance of Rolling Blackouts You may have read about the possibility of energy shortages and rolling blackouts this summer. While the chance of this is very low, we want to provide more information on this topic and alleviate concern.What are rolling blackouts?Rolling blackouts are controlled, temporary power outages that help bring balance to the supply [...]
At Dakota Electric, we proactively manage our electrical infrastructure using a variety of automation technologies that improve power reliability, shorten outage times and reduce labor time for crews. Here are a few ways we monitor and improve our reliability.
The United States is projected to have 4.6 GW of large-scale battery energy storage capacity by 2023. With various grid benefits and decreasing costs, the battery energy storage market will likely see continued growth in the coming decades. What is battery energy storage? Battery storage is a technology that enables power system operators and utilities to [...]
Advancements in technology and battery power, coupled with decreasing costs, are winning over consumers looking for comparable utility and versatility. Indoor use Inside the home, consumers and homebuilders alike are turning to electric appliances to increase energy efficiency and savings. Electric induction stoves, which cook food without any flame, help reduce indoor air pollution and can bring water [...]
During Youth Tour, students have the chance to be selected to represent their state on the NRECA Youth Leadership Council (YLC). This year, Sarah Rauf from Lakeville North High School was selected to represent Minnesota. She will return to Washington, D.C., in July for a leadership workshop which will focus on [...]
2022 Energy Tours Sign up now! Dakota Electric’s energy tours offer an up-close look at three types of power generation. The cost is $10 per person and includes transportation and lunch. Children must be at least 12 years old and accompanied by an adult. Tours fill on a first-come, first-served basis. Dates: Thursday, [...]
Five area high school students, sponsored by Dakota Electric Association, recently returned from a Washington D.C. trip-of-a-lifetime. Dakota Electric awarded the students the trip after they completed the application and interview process in March. The five local winners were Chloe Bechard, Eagan High School; Taryn Hillerud, Eagan High School; Madysen Leick, Eastview High School; Meti Negewo, [...]
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