News & Information
Powerful Women
Meet some of Dakota Electric’s influential female staff
How Much Does It Cost
Estimating Electricity Use and Cost
Step 1: Your electric bill is determined by the number of kilowatt-hours (kWh) used during a billing period. Your average kWh cost equals the dollar […]
Q&A
Meter and Load Control Receiver Upgrade
Dakota Electric is in the process of updating our older meters to advanced digital meters to better serve our members. We sat down with […]
Co-op News
Rate Case Update
On September 19, 2019, Dakota Electric submitted a request to the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (MPUC) for approval to increase annual revenue by about $8.7 million or 4.3%. A 3% […]
8-1-1 Day
Five Steps for Safe Digging
Dakota Electric is upgrading meters to improve service
Dakota Electric Association is in the process of upgrading meters to provide even better service to the members of the electric cooperative.

Anixter, who is under contract with Dakota […]
Battery Energy Storage
Cambridge Energy Storage Project
Wind farms produce electricity when it’s breezy. Solar panels generate energy during the day. Low-cost, long-duration battery […]
Higher Rebates!
During these uncertain times, Dakota Electric is providing enhanced rebates and special promotions to help its members. Offers are only available for equipment purchased June 1, 2020, through September 30, 2020. Learn more by […]
Pole Inspections Taking Place
Utili-Tech, a pole inspection contractor hired by Dakota Electric Association, is conducting annual pole inspections in our service territory throughout June and July.
Areas included are Eureka and Castle Rock townships. The pole inspector […]
Who Owns What?
Electric co-op owned equipment vs member-owned equipment
Dakota Electric delivers electricity to members through either overhead or underground service. Please be aware of which type of service you receive at your home or […]









