Pole Top Rescue Skills Training
Assisting an unresponsive or unconscious coworker atop a utility pole is a rare occurrence for a lineworker. But pole top rescue skills are vital for people who work in the electric utility industry, as they have the potential to save a life. That is why linemen from K.C. Electric Association participate in comprehensive pole top […]
A Day at Morgan County REA
What was your favorite class field trip? The one that remains in your memory to this day? Was it a day at the zoo? A visit to a museum? What about an afternoon spent at your … electric company? You may not have experienced the latter, but a group of Morgan County middle and high […]
Value You Can Count On
When others raise rates, we have held the line. At Poudre Valley REA, we know how much stability matters, because behind every electric bill is a family making plans and a community working hard to thrive. While many utilities have implemented double-digit rate hikes, our residential electric rate has changed just 5% in nearly a […]
SECPA: The Season of Giving
As the holiday season approaches and the air turns crisp, we’re reminded that this truly is the season of giving. It’s a time for gratitude, generosity, and looking out for one another — and at Southeast Colorado Power Association, that’s something we take to heart year-round. You’ve probably heard us talk about our concern for […]
Changes are Coming to Your Electric Bill
There’s no such thing as fair. Fair is where you show your pig, right? Prices for food, medicine, fuel, clothing, and yes, electricity, don’t feel fair to anyone. But costs are rising and we’re trying to manage the burden responsibly. I don’t want to tell you that changes are coming to your electric bill. And […]
The Season of Giving at YW
As the holiday season approaches and the air turns crisp, we’re reminded that this truly is the season of giving. It is a time for gratitude, generosity, and looking out for one another — and at Y-W Electric Association, Inc., that is something we take to heart year-round. You have probably heard us talk about […]
Powered by Purpose: Rate Forecast for 2026 and Beyond
Mountain View Electric Association (MVEA) continues to prioritize reliability and service, guided by cooperative principles that distinguish it from investor-owned utilities. As one of Colorado’s fastest-growing co-ops, MVEA faces rising demand, increasing costs of materials, and nationwide shifts toward clean energy. Tri-State Generation and Transmission, MVEA’s wholesale power supplier, announced a 7.5% rate increase beginning […]
Why Your Electric Bill Is Rising
Beginning January 1, 2026, SDCEA will increase rates to offset rising operational and wholesale power costs while maintaining safe and reliable electric service. Service Availability Charge: Energy Charge Adjustment: Estimated Average Bill Impacts: Members can review updated rate details online or contact SDCEA for personalized usage assistance. Understanding the Upward Pressure on Rates Rising costs […]
Powered By Purpose
This month, electric cooperatives across the country take time to celebrate National Cooperative Month and reflect on the unique advantages of being part of a cooperative. It’s also the perfect time to thank you, the members who make it all possible. For us, it’s not just a celebration. It’s a chance to reaffirm the values […]
Voluntary and Open Membership
If you are new to GCEA’s membership — welcome! And, if you have been part of our family for years, we are grateful to have you with us. Whether you are a new homeowner, a longtime rancher, or a small business owner, every member is valued equally — and every member makes our cooperative stronger. […]