Environmental Benefits
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The Basics of Beneficial Electrification
September 13, 2023
The term “beneficial electrification” refers to the transition from fossil fuel-based technologies to electric options for everyday uses such as… -
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CEO’s Message – July 2021
Minnesota Passes Eco Act: New Law Demonstrates that Smart Electrification Benefits Consumers, the Environment
A bill led by electric cooperatives to modernize and… -
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Why Electric Vehicles? Savings, Convenience, Environmental Benefits
July 9, 2021 (originally published July 2019)
As someone who has always driven a gasoline-powered vehicle, it can be difficult to think of…
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As Electric System Evolves, Reliability Comes in New Ways
February 13, 2021
As ever more renewable energy is added to the electric grid, utilities continue to preserve one of electricity’s most important…
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Batteries: Storing electricity opens new opportunities
July 11, 2020
When you turn on your light switch, the electricity needed in that moment must be produced at the same time….
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CEO’s Message – June 2020
Changes to Our Wholesale Power Supply
In early May, Stearns Electric Association’s power supplier, Great River Energy, announced plans to transform its power… -
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Members have clean energy options
June 16, 2020
You want to add more renewable energy? So do we. Working with Stearns Electric Association can help you achieve your…
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A partner that cares: Sustainability at Great River Energy
Photo caption: Great River Energy employees strive to provide member-owner cooperatives, and their members, with safe, reliable and affordable energy with concern…
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Three Ways to Electrify Your Lawn Care
Spring is just around the corner, and you can practically smell the freshly-cut grass. If you’re in the market to upgrade your…