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US electric co-op apex bags $4m grant for cybersecurity initiative

The project will give electric co-ops new tools to detect, respond to and recover from cyber…

US electric co-ops apex sues government over green power rules

Green groups have welcomed new rules to tackle climate change, but NRECA says they are unlawful…

US electric co-ops hit out at new rules to cut fossil power plant pollution

Health organisations and climate action groups welcomed the rules but Nreca says the plan is 'unlawful,…

US electric co-ops offered direct-pay tax credits for innovative projects

The direct-pay tax credits will reduce the cost of co-ops’ projects by 30%

Electric co-op wins 50-year contract to operate US naval facility electric system

Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative will own, operate, and maintain the system at Indian Head support facility

US electric co-ops add $111bn a year to national economy, says NRECA study

'America’s electric co-operatives are crucial engines of economic development both nationally and at home in their…

Electric co-ops show interest in USDA’s New Era plan for rural empowerment

'It’s no surprise to see electric co-ops oversubscribe the New Era programme, which is an exciting…

US electric co-ops oppose proposed power plant rule

NRECA says the plan, which aims for net zero power sector emissions by 2035, will lead…

Electric co-ops send teams to Florida after Hurricane Idalia strikes

Meanwhile in Louisiana, a co-op is using federal funds to improve its resilience against extreme weather…

US electric co-ops invited to apply for renewable energy funding

The scheme is dedicated solely to electric co-ops and will award funds on a competitive basis…

NRECA offers guidance for electric co-ops over $42.5bn rural broadband fund

'Talk with your state and local officials. If co-ops don’t apply and win it to serve…

US co-op leaders set out priorities for the 2023 Farm Bill

'Co-operatives are rooted in local economies and more resilient during economic downturns'