One of the questions we often hear about TWEC’s generation is: “Why doesn’t Todd-Wadena Electric Cooperative just generate its own electricity?” It’s a fair question and the answer comes down to size, cost, and reliability. Todd-Wadena Electric Cooperative is a distribution cooperative. Our job is to deliver electricity safely and reliably to over 12,500 meters […]
Beginning in June, Todd-Wadena Electric Cooperative (TWEC) will begin a large-scale project to replace demand response units (DRUs) associated with several of our load management programs. Members may see TWEC meter technicians Mike and Bob working throughout our service territory, or a contracted Bergstrom Electric electrician. The contracted crews will be driving Bergstrom Electric vans […]
Thank You for Making Your Voice Heard On behalf of the Board of Directors and our entire team, I want to extend a sincere thank you to everyone who attended and participated in our Annual Meeting. Your presence, and more importantly, your participation, reflects the strength of what makes the cooperative model so unique. One […]
The 2026 Minnesota legislative session runs February 17th through May 18th. With the state’s biennial budget already passed in 2025, lawmakers are expected to focus primarily on policy issues and a capital investment bill that funds public infrastructure projects. This session also comes during an election year, with all 201 legislative seats and Minnesota’s constitutional […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
