We've had several questions from concerned members this past week regarding Canadian tariffs and the impact on MVEC power. MVEC is a distribution cooperative. We don't generate power here in Jordan. We purchase wholesale power from two generation and Read More
Safety tips to remember for Harvest Season
The third week of September is National Farm Safety and Health Week. Of MVEC's 969-square-mile service area, much is farm land. Power lines, though part of our everyday landscape, can pose significant risks to farmers operating heavy machinery. Read More
MVEC members embrace electric tools with contest win
Kathy and Eric Garrison are no strangers to electric power tools. The Savage couple and MVEC members have a garage full of electric yard equipment, including leaf blowers, a trimmer and lawn mower. While the Garrisons have embraced an electric Read More
Got account updates? Help us keep you in the know
Keeping your account information up to date is the best way to ensure you receive important information and updates from MVEC. We rely on data for nearly every aspect of our operations, which is why we need your help. By having your most accurate Read More
MVEC represented well at Youth Tour in Nation’s Capitol
The annual electric cooperative Youth Tour trip to Washington D.C. is many things for high school students. It’s a week-long trip to a new destination, where students gain insight on the history of electric co-ops and the roles they play in rural Read More
Twins Clinic a Grand Slam
A little rain wasn’t enough to dampen MVEC’s first Twins Play Ball Clinic, hosted in early August at the Jordan CERC gym. It was moved inside where more than 100 kids attended to learn from Twins staff about hitting, throwing and fielding. The Read More
One of the 7 Co-op principles: MVEC’s Commitment to education
Last month, energy specialist Michael Hinde led a day-long group session at Shakopee High School on the ins and outs of Electric Vehicles. Hinde and engineer supervisor Daniel Turner gave students the chance to see MVEC’s two EVs — a Tesla Model 3 Read More
Meet the 2023 Board candidates
There are three districts in MVEC’s service area, determined by population. Annually, there is one director seat open in each of the three districts. Filings for a three-year term open in November and close in late January. This year, election Read More
