electric co-operatives

Electric cooperatives are member-owned organizations that generate, distribute, and manage electricity primarily in rural or underserved areas. Unlike conventional utilities driven by profit, co-ops operate on a nonprofit basis, with members having a say in decision-making. They focus on providing reliable, affordable power while reinvesting any surplus into infrastructure improvements. Owned and governed by the people they serve, electric cooperatives foster community development and ensure access to essential energy services where private companies might not find it economically viable.