Energy & Technology
Renewable Energy
WFEC Contracts for Energy Storage and 500 Megawatts of Renewable Power
Western Farmers Electric Cooperative announced the agreement with NextEra Energy in late July, wit
Technology
North Carolina Co-op Leader Touts Microgrid Projects at Senate Hearing
A North Carolina co-op leader urged senators to support legislation to encourage more microgrids.
Energy & Technology
Along Those Lines, Episode 10: Beneficial Electrification 101
Get the full rundown on beneficial electrification from a trio of co-op experts.
Technology
Defense Bill Could Benefit Co-ops With Grants, Carbon-Capture Projects
A final defense bill may also codify President Trump’s order to help prevent electromagnetic pul
Renewable Energy
A Texas Triple Play: Bandera Offers Members Solar, Storage and Broadband
Co-op’s broadband, solar arms launched as result of responses to customer satisfaction surveys.
Energy Supply
Co-ops Praise EPA’s New Clean Energy Rule for Setting Achievable Goals
Supporters of the new rule say it will prevent the premature closure of coal-fired plants.
Technology
New State Laws Clear Hurdles for Co-ops That Choose to Pursue Broadband
Laws in Alabama, North Carolina give electric co-ops legal certainty to enter the broadband space.
Energy Supply
Severe Flooding Disrupts Electricity in Arkansas River Valley
With historic flooding in several states, co-ops are working to serve affected communities.
Technology
New Georgia Law Makes Clear That Electric Co-ops Can Enter the Broadband Space
New law clears way for Georgia co-ops to explore broadband and access federal funds.
Technology
NRECA Urges FCC to Advance $20 Billion Auction to Deliver Broadband to Rural America
NRECA wants to ensure co-ops can bid for $20 billion in federal funds for broadband in 2020.