Electrical System Reliability
-
News
Powering Your Life, Safely
July 8, 2024
While it is important to treat electricity with respect no matter the situation, the electric system is intentionally designed to… -
News
Where to Plant. How to Plant. What to Plant.
May 23, 2024
If you have trees and overhead lines on your property, Stearns Electric has likely talked with you about trimming or… -
News
Cybersecurity Awareness
September 26, 2023
In today’s world, most of us don’t leave the front door unlocked. We protect our homes, loved ones and valuables…
-
News
CEO’s Message – June 2023
Transmission Infrastructure Needed for Long-Term Electric Reliability
At Stearns Electric Association, we take pride knowing our member-consumers have electricity over 99% of the… -
News
Emerald Ash Borer Wreaking Havoc in Stearns Electric Service Territory
April 24, 2023
EMERALD ASH BORER (EAB) IS AN INVASIVE INSECT PEST OF ASH TREES. EAB ATTACKS ALL SPECIES OF NORTH AMERICAN ASH…
-
News
CEO’s Message – February 2023
Legislative Affairs: Co-op Focuses on Reliability and Affordability in 100% Carbon Free Legislation
Greetings. This month, I would like to take some time… -
News
Staying Prepared for Any Weather
January 25, 2023
THE MIDWEST ELECTRIC SYSTEM HAS AMPLE ENERGY RESOURCES FOR WINTER, THOUGH UTILITIES AND GRID OPERATORS ARE PREPARED SHOULD UNEXPECTED CIRCUMSTANCES…
-
News
Carbon-Free Energy Proposal Needs Safeguards for Cost, Reliability
January 20, 2023
On January 5, the Minnesota Legislature proposed a bill to transition all electricity sold in the state to be carbon-free…
-
News
Clean energy, new tech driving big changes to electricity
March 18, 2022
You don’t notice it when you plug in your toaster or charge your phone, but the way electricity is produced…