Wright-Hennepin Cooperative Electric Association
UtilitiesMinnesota, United States51-200 Employees
Wright-Hennepin Cooperative Electric Association is a member-owned, not-for-profit electric utility serving rural Wright County and western Hennepin County from its headquarters in Rockford, Minnesota. With a history dating back to 1937, the cooperative has grown to provide electricity to more than 59,000 accounts and operates within the utilities industry as a local energy provider funded by its members rather than shareholders. Its mission centers on delivering reliable power while supporting community initiatives, evidenced by activities such as partnerships to modernize infrastructure and energy-efficient projects, including collaborations with the City of Otsego to upgrade a wastewater treatment site with energy-saving equipment. The organization engages with its broader member base through regular community events and annual meetings, reflecting its cooperative governance model and emphasis on member participation. In recent developments, the cooperative announced leadership changes and events related to its annual meeting, illustrating ongoing organizational oversight and engagement with its service territory.