Distributed Energy Resources
Storage
‘Value Right Out of the Gate’: Energy Storage Pays Off for a Vermont Co-op
An electric co-op hammers out model for a utility-scale energy storage without upfront capital cos
Distributed Energy Resources
DOE Selects NRECA for Wind Energy Research Initiative
NRECA will team with co-ops around the country to increase understanding of the potential benefits
Energy Efficiency
Research Begins in South Dakota on Utility-Connected Home
A utility-connected home could save money for both consumer-members and co-ops.
Storage
Kauai Island Co-op Turns to Conservation and Renewables to Offset Power Outage
Renewables, rooftop residential solar and conservation help meet co-op demand.
Distributed Energy Resources
NRECA President: Co-ops Use Artificial Intelligence to Improve Service
Virtual reality programs could be used to help train new co-op employees.
Storage
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.
Storage
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
Storage
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 Efficiency
Co-ops Save Members and Themselves Money With Energy Efficiency Programs
The poorest co-op members often have the biggest bills because their old homes leak energy.
Distributed Energy Resources
Letter From NRECA CEO Jim Matheson to House Lawmakers on FERC Overreach
NRECA CEO Jim Matheson requests that leaders of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Ener