News & Information
Reflecting on 2025
A Message From the CEO
As we wrap up 2025, Dakota Electric’s commitment to safety, reliability, and stewardship remains at the center of how […]
Power Perks: Giving Back
At Dakota Electric, giving back is part of our mission – both to members and to our community.
Capital Credit$
What are capital credits?
- Your share of Dakota Electric’s profits […]
Interested Director Candidates
A 12-person Board of Directors, consisting of and elected by members, governs the cooperative. Dakota Electric’s Board of Directors acts on behalf of the membership to guide operations and future planning for the cooperative.
EV Time-of-Use Program Updates
Dakota Electric’s EV time-of-use periods will change as part of upcoming rate updates, expected in early 2026. Off-peak hours will be 10 p.m.–7 a.m., Monday–Friday, with a new morning peak from 7–9 a.m. Weekends […]
Rate Case Update
On October 16, 2025 the Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) overseeing our rate case issued their report. In this report, the ALJ recommended that the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission accept the rate case settlement that […]
Dakota Electric Association® awards $50,000 in educational grants
Educational grants funded by unclaimed capital credits
(FARMINGTON, MN) November 15, 2025 – Dakota Electric Association® awarded […]
Mark Ceminsky named 2025 Township Outstanding Leader of the Year
Eureka Township leader honored for more than 14 years of dedicated public service and community leadership
(FARMINGTON, MN) November 13, 2025
Dakota Electric Association® and CoBank donate $30,000 across four local organizations
Since 2013, $205,000 has been donated through the Sharing Success program
(FARMINGTON, MN) November 13, 2025 – […]
Shop Smart and Save: The Best Times to Buy Appliances and Electronics
Did you know that when you buy your next appliance or electronic device, you can make a big difference in how much you pay? Timing your purchase right can help you score major discounts […]
Home Lighting 101
Most of us don’t think much about lighting until it’s wrong. Maybe the living room feels too dim for reading, or the kitchen lights cast an odd yellow glow. We often grab whatever bulb […]
