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General Manager Syd Briggs I hope you noticed on the front page of this month’s Sparks newsletter the co-op’s board of directors approved the retirement of $2.326 million in capital credit equity. It…
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The Steele-Waseca Cooperative Electric board of directors during their Nov. 25 meeting approved the co-op’s record retirement of $2.326 million in capital credit equity allocated in 2003, 2004, 12.47…
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Steele-Waseca Cooperative Electric is providing $1,000 scholarships to qualified high school seniors graduating in 2026. One scholarship will be presented to each participating school. Scholarship…
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Conversation was taking place, Oct. 22, as SWCE’s EV chargers were being utilized for vehicles of all sizes. The co-op implemented charges for non-members, Oct. 1; SWCE members may charge for free…
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Courtesy: Great River Energy Do you know how to check your breakers? Power outages can strike without warning, whether caused by severe weather, equipment failure or scheduled maintenance. In those…
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Check light strands and other decorations for signs of wear and tear While decorating can be one more thing to mark off an extensive holiday to-do list, take a little extra time when using electrical…
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Energy Wise MN Online Store undergoes enhancements The Energy Wise MN Online Store has been completely revamped to make shopping for efficient and high-quality electric devices faster, easier and…
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Courtesy: Great River Energy Internship program offers hands-on, real-world experience for students exploring their careers A major shift is occurring for personnel in the energy sector. The industry…
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General Manager Syd Briggs As the holiday season approaches and the air turns crisp, we’re reminded that this truly is the season of giving. Personally, I have always been a fan of the many holiday…
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Why it matters to Steele-Waseca Cooperative Electric members To inform and engage local communities, Great River Energy (GRE), Steele-Waseca Cooperative Electric’s wholesale electric supplier, and…
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Through its Energy Efficiency and Electrification (E3) Commercial Financing Program, Great River Energy (GRE) provides a stable, affordable financing tool to help member-owner cooperatives and their…
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A proposed data center in Faribault has cleared the environmental review process and is up for the next round of city approvals, a project that comes at a time when the Twin Cities market is poised…

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