distributed solar
Minnesota researcher studies how rural co-ops can build solar capacity
With support from a federal grant, Gabriel Chan aims to clarify the costs and benefits of distributed solar for co-ops.
electric vehicle charging
To shift EV charging habits, Minnesota co-ops turn to technology, incentives
Without programs encouraging drivers to charge overnight, utilities worry electric vehicles will strain the grid at peak times.
Minnesota
Minnesota co-ops tap on-bill financing to help shift consumption overnight
The programs offer no- or low-interest loans for appliances that charge when power tends to be cheaper and cleaner.
Colorado
In Colorado, a coal-heavy co-op offers a climate plan — and suspicions rise
Tri-State says it’s pursuing FERC regulation in an attempt to avoid overlapping state regulation, but the proposal is generating concerns.
energy storage
Midwest co-ops test value of placing batteries in customers’ homes
The rural electric cooperatives are testing how the storage technology can help customers and their systems.