News & Information
CEO Message: How We Power Your Home
At Dakota Electric, we focus on ensuring you have reliable, affordable power—every hour of every day. While you see us as your local electric cooperative, the way your electricity is produced and delivered involves a […]
Dakota Electric Association celebrates members at annual Minnesota Zoo event
More than 5,800 members attend, helping support local hunger-relief efforts
(FARMINGTON, MN) July 28, 2025 – More […]
Safety Commitment
It’s more than a program. It’s a commitment.
When members think about Dakota Electric, they often think about reliable power, responsive service and keeping the lights on. What makes all of that possible […]
Solar Panel & Transformer Safety
Do Not Pet The Green Box
Meet the neighborhood’s most misunderstood box. The big green box, also known as a pad-mounted transformer, may not win any neighborhood beauty contests, but it’s an important piece […]
Who Owns What?
Who’s responsible for repairs? The diagram below shows which equipment is maintained by Dakota Electric and which is the responsibility of the member. Members should contact a licensed electrician for repairs to member-owned equipment.
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The Power Behind Every Bite
What does it take to get food from the farm to your table? More electricity than you might think!
Dakota Electric recently partnered with the University of Minnesota Extension to bring an […]
Avoid Scams
Scammers Be Scamming
Today’s scammers are sneaky and sophisticated – targeting potential victims by phone, online and in-person.
Scammers often target individuals or communities that are in need or susceptible to their schemes. By […]
Shift Timing, Shift Savings
As we settle into the summer heat, our homes naturally use more electricity. Air conditioners run longer, refrigerators work harder, and daily routines—from cooking dinner to doing laundry—often overlap during the warmest hours of the […]
Coordinating Power Across the Grid
When you flip a switch, electricity is there—instant, reliable and ready to power your day. But behind that simple moment is a carefully coordinated system made up of many “grid power players,” all working together […]
Why Vegetation Management Matters
There’s something timeless about trees. They ground us. They remind us of where we’ve been, and they stretch toward what’s ahead. Here in our community, we take pride in the natural beauty that surrounds us—the […]
