Electric co-ops

Electric cooperatives are nonprofit organizations owned and operated by the members they serve, typically in rural or underserved areas. They generate or purchase electricity and deliver it to members through a network of lines. Because they are member-owned, their primary goal is to provide affordable, reliable power rather than profit. Decisions are made democratically, with members having a say in governance. Electric co-ops often focus on community development and reinvest any earnings into improving services, expanding access, or maintaining infrastructure, making them a key part of how many communities receive electricity.