News & Information
December Co-op News
Please shovel a path to your meter
Reading meters can be dangerous work. An icy and snowy surface can cause life-changing slips, trips and falls.
As the snow flies this winter, please remember […]
Capital Credits
$4.4 million returned to members
One of the benefits of being a member of Dakota Electric means you get a portion of the cooperative’s margins. When Dakota Electric’s […]
Focus on:
Community
Schools
Since 2013, Dakota Electric has donated more than $340,000 of unclaimed capital credits to school districts in its service area. This year, Burnsville and Hastings school districts received […]
Grid Resiliency
Could rolling blackouts happen here?
“Resiliency is a 24/7, year-round task.”
Great River Energy
A record-breaking heat wave hit California in August, causing the state’s three […]
Reliability on the Line
Source: NRECA
Utility Scam Awareness
Utility scams are common because of the vast number of utilities that exist, plus consumers are understandably anxious with the threat of disruption to their electric, heating or water service. Protect yourself by being […]
Solar Awareness
The energy industry is undergoing rapid change, and technology is paving the way for innovation in the way energy is used, produced, stored and shared. While the changing energy market has created more options […]
Energy Assistance Available
We’ll Work With You
This year has been difficult for many of our commercial and residential members. We recognize that Dakota Electric Association is a critical service and that we […]
November Co-op News
Board Election Information
Do you want to serve on Dakota Electric’s Nominating Committee?
Dakota Electric Association is requesting member volunteers to serve on the Nominating Committee for the board […]
Miesville Fire Chief Latuff named Dakota Spirit of Excellence Award winner
Chief Tom Latuff, winner of the Dakota Spirit of Excellence award.
Miesville Fire Chief Tom Latuff recently accepted the Dakota Spirit of Excellence Award […]









