When you become a member of Todd-Wadena Electric Cooperative, you’re not just signing up for electric service, you’re becoming part of a cooperative built on shared responsibility. One of those shared responsibilities is maintaining safe and reliable power through effective vegetation management. Trees and power lines don’t mix well. In fact, trees are one of […]
As we prepare for the Todd‑Wadena Electric Cooperative Annual Meeting, we want to ensure your questions are part of the conversation. Members are invited to submit a question for the Board of Directors or the CEO. Your question may be addressed during the Annual Meeting or featured in a future issue of the Pine to […]
Reliable electricity doesn’t happen by accident. It takes coordination across an entire system — from where power is generated, to how it moves across the region, to the final delivery to your home or business. I want to take a moment to explain how that system works and, just as importantly, highlight the critical role […]
At Todd-Wadena Electric Cooperative, our members are at the center of every decision we make. That is why your participation in our recent Member Survey is so important. I want to thank everyone who took the time to share feedback—it provides valuable insight that helps guide the work of our employees and Board of Directors. […]
As we close out 2025 and look ahead to a new year, our focus turns toward the future of the cooperative. At Todd-Wadena Electric Cooperative, planning ahead is essential for ensuring we continue providing safe, reliable, and affordable service to our members. The energy industry is changing rapidly, and the expectations of our communities continue […]
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Have you ever noticed your lights blink during a blizzard, high winds, or thunderstorm? Or perhaps you’ve noticed a blinking microwave clock when you arrive home. When this happens, you’ve likely experienced a brief disruption to your electric service, which could result from a power surge or blink. While the symptoms of surges and blinks […]
As the season of gratitude arrives, I want to take a moment to reflect on what makes Todd-Wadena Electric Cooperative truly special—you, our members. Your trust, involvement, and willingness to engage with us are what turn this cooperative from a utility into a community. This year, we’ve been especially grateful for the voices of our […]
Artificial Intelligence, or “AI”, is making headlines in the news and seems like a new concept to many; however, AI has been incorporated into our everyday lives and workplaces for years. When you search online, you’ve probably started to see targeted ads that reflect your interests on your social media. Or perhaps you use Alexa […]
Each month, our board reviews financial reports that track the cooperative’s performance against our budget. If you’ve ever looked at the board minutes and wondered what terms like “kWh sales,” “energy revenue,” “purchased power expense,” “TIER,” or “equity” mean, here’s a breakdown. Monthly Budget for kWh SalesWe budget the number of kilowatt-hours (kWh) we expect […]
