Energy & Technology
Technology
Ag Secretary Spotlights a Co-op With First ReConnect Broadband Grant
Forked Deer EC says ReConnect grant will help deliver broadband to “forgotten America.”
Renewable Energy
DOE Selects NRECA for Wind Energy Research Initiative
NRECA will team with co-ops around the country to increase understanding of the potential benefits
Technology
Research Begins in South Dakota on Utility-Connected Home
A utility-connected home could save money for both consumer-members and co-ops.
Technology
N.C. Co-ops Invest $1 Million in Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
North Carolina co-ops are creating one of the largest co-op-owned EV charging networks.
Renewable Energy
Kauai Island Co-op Turns to Conservation and Renewables to Offset Power Outage
Renewables, rooftop residential solar and conservation help meet co-op demand.
Technology
NRECA President: Co-ops Use Artificial Intelligence to Improve Service
Virtual reality programs could be used to help train new co-op employees.
Technology
With State Greenlight, Four Co-ops in Mississippi Enter Broadband Space
Electric co-ops react to a state law lifting uncertainty on delivering rural broadband in Mississi
Renewable Energy
Four Co-ops Among Top Utilities for Adding Solar, Energy Storage to Grid
Kaua’i Island Utility Cooperative was No. 1 in adding watt-hours of energy storage per customer.
Renewable Energy
New Mexico Co-op Halfway to Solar Goal as State Mandates Carbon-Free Energy
A new state law mandating 100% renewables by 2050? New Mexico’s Kit Carson Electric Co-op is wel
Technology
Senate Panel Approves $1 Billion for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
The bill also would make it easier for co-ops to do carbon-capture projects to reduce CO2 emission