Thanksgiving – Office Closed
2020-11-26 - 2020-11-27
Dakota Electric Association is closed on Thursday, Nov. 26 and Friday, Nov. 27 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. We wish you and your family a safe and happy holiday!

Board of Directors Meeting
2021-01-28 08:30 - 16:55, 2021-02-25 08:30, 2021-06-24 08:30, 2021-07-29 08:30, 2021-08-26 08:30, 2021-09-30 08:30, 2021-10-28 08:30, 2021-11-18 08:30 (America/Chicago) and 1 more date
As a member-owned cooperative, those who purchase electricity from Dakota Electric democratically govern the cooperative through a member-elected board of directors.
Therefore, all members are invited to attend the board of directors’ monthly meetings. During meetings, the board acts on behalf of all members’ interest to review general operational items and create policies and future plans for Dakota Electric.
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Board of Directors Meeting
2021-03-25 08:30
As a member-owned cooperative, those who purchase electricity from Dakota Electric democratically govern the cooperative through a member-elected board of directors.
This meeting will be held online. If you would like to participate please email Cherry Jordan. During meetings, the board acts on behalf of all members’ interest to review general operational items and create policies and future plans for Dakota Electric.
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Board of Directors Meeting
2021-04-29 08:30, 2021-05-27 08:30
As a member-owned cooperative, those who purchase electricity from Dakota Electric democratically govern the cooperative through a member-elected board of directors.
Therefore, all members are invited to attend* the board of directors’ monthly meetings. During meetings, the board acts on behalf of all members’ interest to review general operational items and create policies and future plans for Dakota Electric.
*Due to the coronavirus, board meetings are being held virtually until further notice. If a member wishes to “attend” a board meeting, they should contact Cherry Jordan (cjordan@dakotaelectric.com) as early as possible to discuss the technology options available.
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Office Closed
2021-09-06
Dakota Electric Association’s office will be closed in honor of Labor Day, September 6, 2021.
If you have an emergency, we’re still available 24/7, year-round. Contact our 24-Hour Emergency Service:

Local: 651-463-6201
Toll-Free: 1-800-430-9722

Energy Trends Expo
2021-09-30 17:00 - 19:00 | 1501 Central Parkway, Eagan, MN 55121, 1501 Central Parkway, Eagan, MN, 55121, United States
Join Dakota Electric Association and Lakeville Friends of the Environment for the Energy Trends Expo on Sept. 30, 2021!

5:30 PM: What’s New in Solar Policy in 2021: Solar for Schools, Brightfields, and more!
Presented by the MN Solar Energy Industry Association (MNSEIA)

The 2021 Legislative Session was the most impactful for the solar industry since 2013. Soon, you might see solar installations popping up on your local schools—and where you might not see it, on capped landfills. The Minnesota Solar Energy Industries Association will give an update on new state solar policies, and answer questions you didn’t know you had.

6:00 PM: Electrification, Load Management and the Energy Conservation Optimization (ECO) Act
Presented by Great River Energy (GRE)

Review of the upcoming opportunities and changes associated with the Energy Conservation and Optimization (ECO) Act and how utilities can consider the tie between electrification and load management.

Registration requested at:
https://2021energytrendsexpo.eventbrite.com

Christmas Eve – Office Closed
2021-12-24
Dakota Electric Association is closed on Thursday, Dec. 24 in observance of Christmas Eve. We wish you and your family a safe and happy holiday!

Christmas Eve – Office Closed
2021-12-24
Dakota Electric Association is closed on Friday, Dec. 24 in observance of Christmas Eve. We wish you and your family a safe and happy holiday!

Board of Directors Meeting
2022-01-27 08:30 - 16:30, 2022-02-24 08:30 - 16:30, 2022-03-31 08:30 - 16:30, 2022-04-28 08:30 - 16:30, 2022-05-26 08:30 - 16:30, 2022-06-30 08:30 - 16:30, 2022-07-28 08:30 - 16:30, 2022-08-25 08:30 - 16:30 and 1 more date | Dakota Electric Association, 4300 220th St. W, Farmington, MN, 55024, United States

2022 Energy Tour
2022-09-08 07:30 - 16:30 | Dakota Electric Association, 4300 220th St. W, Farmington, MN, 55024, United States
Registration Required
https://2022energytour.eventbrite.com
(Registration begins Aug. 1, 2022, at 5 a.m., spots are limited.)

About This Event
Dakota Electric’s energy tours offer an up-close look at a variety of energy generation sites. The cost is $10 per person, including transportation and lunch. Vegetarian options are available (please indicate upon registration). Children must be at least 12 years old and accompanied by an adult. Tours fill on a first-come, first-served basis. *Masking Optional*

When
Please arrive at Dakota Electric’s Farmington headquarters at least 15 minutes prior to the event. For questions, please contact Joe Miller at 651-463-6178.
Thursday, Sept. 8, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Friday, Sept. 9, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where
McNeilus Wind Farm
Located in Dodge Center, Minnesota, includes 41 turbines. Members will have the opportunity to go inside the base of a turbine and talk to an engineer.
Pleasant Valley Station
Near Sargeant, Minnesota, is a natural gas peaking plant that generates electricity during times of high electrical demand.
Randolph Solar
Near Randolph, Minnesota, learn about solar generation when we visit our two-megawatt solar site.
Schedule of Events

7:30 – Rolls & Coffee at Dakota Electric
7:45 – Board the bus
9:20 – McNeilus Wind Farm
11:30 – Pleasant Valley Station
12:40 – Lunch
3:00 – Randolph Solar Field
4:00 – Arrive back at Dakota Electric

2022 Energy Tour
2022-09-09 07:30 - 16:30

Fall Food Drive
2022-09-17 10:00 - 16:00 | Hy-Vee, 16150 Pilot Knob Rd, Lakeville, MN, 55044, United States
Join us for our Fall Food Drive, an event fun for the whole family!
Help Dakota Electric support The Open Door Food Pantry on Sept. 17 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Hy-Vee on Pilot Knob in Lakeville. Donate cash or food items for a chance to win an electric bike and helmet from Valley Bike and Ski and other door prizes!
Check out a Dakota Electric bucket truck, or demo an electric bike from Valley Bike and Ski!
Dakota Electric will match cash donations and for every pound of food, Dakota Electric will donate $1 to the food shelf.

2022 Energy Trends Expo
2022-09-29 17:00 - 19:00
Sign up through EventBrite here.
