Issues and Policy
Broadband
NRECA: FCC Plan to Update Universal Service Fund Must Support Rural Broadband
“Rural areas must have access to robust, reliable broadband service,” NRECA told the FCC.
Reliability and Affordability
‘Outstanding Progress’: Oregon Co-op’s Permitting Wins Show Power of Advocacy
The development shows “the power of the co-ops and the story that we tell.”
Reliability and Affordability
Co-ops, Forest Service Draft ‘Historic’ Permitting Framework for New Mexico
The framework is expected to speed crucial wildfire mitigation and line maintenance work.
Reliability and Affordability
Oregon VCP Campaign Builds Strong Grassroots Support for Protecting Hydropower
Oregon’s hydropower campaign even generated support from outside electric co-op territory.
Broadband
It’s a Home Run: Co-op Delivers Free Wi-Fi at Little League Ballparks
TEC’s free Wi-Fi at Little League fields allows families to “cheer on the team from afar.”
FEMA
FEMA Reforms Must Be Tailored to Protect Co-ops, NRECA Tells Review Council
NRECA outlined four key concerns associated with the FEMA Review Council recommendations.
Reliability and Affordability
EKPC’s New Gas Plant Shows ‘Strong Investment’ in Rural Kentucky Community
The $500 million, 214-megawatt natural gas plant is expected to power 95,000 homes.