News & Information
Our Co-op History
1936: President Franklin D. Roosevelt established the Rural Electrification Administration (REA) providing a way to electrify rural homes.
1937: Dakota County Electric Cooperative was founded by a group of farmers with […]
Electrical Farm Safety
Safety Tips for Farmworkers
Farming is among the more dangerous occupations for several reasons, including potential for encounters with electrical hazards. Before taking to the fields, we want to remind farm workers […]
Dual fuel participants should prepare for more control this winter
Members of Dakota Electric Association who are on the dual fuel load management program are encouraged to make sure they have adequate supplies of their secondary fuel source this winter. Dakota Electric’s power supplier, Great […]
2022 Energy Trends Expo to be held Sept. 29
Dakota Electric Association and Lakeville Friends of the Environment are hosting the annual Energy Trends Expo at the Eagan Community Center, 5 p.m. to 7 […]
Dakota Electric’s food drive provides 1,200 pounds food and cash for The Open Door
Dakota Electric holding food drive in front of Hy-Vee store.
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Dakota Electric to hold food drive at Lakeville Hy-Vee
Dakota Electric Association is hosting a food drive for The Open Door on Saturday, Sept. 17, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Hy-Vee on Pilot Knob Ave. in Lakeville.
Dakota Electric will match cash donations […]
Our Commitment to Safety
At Dakota Electric, we are committed to a culture of safety that is integral to our daily operations. We strive to provide our communities with safe, reliable and affordable electricity and to serve as […]
Back To School Safety Tips
K-8th grade
- Keep fingers, writing utensils, paperclips and other objects away from electrical outlets.
- When unplugging electronics, always hold the base of the plug to pull it out — never yank from […]
Electric Vehicle Charging
As automakers roll out waves of new electric vehicle (EV) models, and improved battery technologies begin to vanquish “range anxiety” among prospective EV drivers, adequate public charging infrastructure will be a necessity.
Charging Programs
ChargeWise Electric Vehicle Programs
Dakota Electric offers two voluntary options for charging your EV at home as well as a rebate of up to $500 to cover the cost of installing a […]
