Kentucky native Neil Chatterjee has been chosen by President Donald Trump to serve on the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. The longtime aide to Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has a background with electric cooperatives, having previously worked for the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association. “Over…
Encouraged to ride the strength of rural America’s voting clout, leaders from Kentucky’s electrical cooperatives descended on Capitol Hill in late April, making sure that Congress is aware of issues which affect the delivery of safe, reliable and affordable electricity. “Our congressional delegation knows our…
On April 13, Kentucky cooperatives hosted students to an educational day in Frankfort as part of the Rural Electric Youth Tour Program. In all, 160 students and chaperons from 19 cooperatives participated. The day started with tours of the State Capitol and Governor’s Mansion before…
Ever wonder how we decide where to start working after a major storm? This short video explains the steps in power restoration. [embed]https://youtu.be/mUoqUJpqtWg[/embed]
Members of Kentucky’s Touchstone Energy Cooperatives who want to help the environment and future generations by powering their home or business with renewable energy will soon have their chance. The co-ops have teamed together to build and operate a 60-acre solar farm that is expected…
The Kentucky Public Service Commission (PSC) has approved a proposal by Big Rivers Electric Corp. to build seven small solar power facilities across its service territory. In its application to the PSC, Big Rivers said the facilities would be used to test how well solar…
LOUISVILLE, Ky — Kentucky Association of Electric Cooperatives (KAEC) President and CEO Chris Perry issued the following statement on President Trump’s executive order on the Clean Power Plan: “Kentucky’s member-owned electric cooperatives are committed to the communities we serve. Our mission to deliver safe, reliable…
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The National Rural Electric Cooperative Association's annual meeting began today in San Diego, CA. NRECA, the national service organization that represents the nation’s more than 900 not-for-profit, consumer-owned electric cooperatives, is celebrating its 75th anniversary during this year's annual meeting. The national organization is reflecting upon…
Kentucky’s electric cooperatives urge Kentucky state senators to vote YES on Senate Bill 214, a net-metering bill. Senate Bill 214 is a much needed measure to plan responsibly for future energy needs. The bill updates Kentucky law to responsibly grow renewable energy in Kentucky, while…
