Issues and Policy
Broadband
Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill Includes Billions for Broadband, EVs, Energy R&D
Co-ops would be able to participate in a new $42.5 billion broadband grant program.
Issues and Policy
Electric Co-ops Applaud Bipartisan Infrastructure Package, Stress Continued Needs of Rural Communities
The National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) today praised senators for passing a b
Tax and Financing
USDA Awards $14 Million to Electric Co-ops to Boost Rural Economies
Electric co-ops receive $14 million in federal REDLG funds to boost rural economies.
Reliability and Affordability
G&T CEO Says MIT Decarbonization Study Sets Off Reliability Alarm Bells
Co-op power executive urges thoughtful discussions about the future of fossil fuel generation.
Energy Innovation
NRECA, Co-ops Apply for Federal Grants to Bring EVs to Low-Income Rural Areas
Co-ops want to install EV charging at locations such as low-income apartments and medical faciliti
Environment
Minnesota Co-ops Help Pass Law That Favors Beneficial Electrification
Minnesota’s new energy policy allows co-ops to grow their load with lower emissions.
Broadband
NRECA to Congress: Be Bold in Funding Broadband That Meets Future Demand
An estimated 35% of rural Americans don’t have access to broadband from any provider.
Broadband
Commerce Secretary Sees ‘Mississippi Miracle’ of Rural Broadband at Co-op
“Where we started and where we are in less than a year is part of the ‘Mississippi miracle.’
Cybersecurity and Grid Resilience
Co-ops Aid in Rollout of Standardized Outage Map for First Responders and Public Safety
NRECA and co-ops support development of the Outage Data Initiative Nationwide system.