The Cooperative Way

We are not just your electric provider, we are an electric cooperative, meaning we are owned and governed by the members we serve. Our membership drives the work we do every day and leads us into a strong future. Our cooperative thrives on member input, which is why we included members just like you in the planning of our mission, vision and core values.

Mission: To improve the quality of life for our members by providing safe and reliable energy solutions.

Vision: To lead with innovation and integrity.

Voluntary and Open Membership

Co-ops are open to all persons able to use their services and willing to accept membership responsibilities, without gender, social, racial, political or religious discrimination.

Democratic Member
Control

Co-ops are controlled by their members who participate in setting policies and making decisions by electing representatives accountable to the membership. One member = one vote.

Members’ Economic Participation

Members contribute equitably to, and democratically control, the capital of the co-op. The economic benefits of a cooperative operation are returned to the members, reinvested in the co-op, or used to provide member services. Members control the capital.

Autonomy and Independence

Co-ops are autonomous, self-help organizations controlled by their members. Any agreements with other organizations must ensure democratic control by the members and maintain the co-op’s autonomy.

Education, Training and Information

Co-ops provide education and training for their members, elected representatives, managers and employees so they can contribute effectively to the development of their co-op.

Cooperation Among Cooperatives

Co-ops serve their members most effectively and strengthen the co-op movement by working together through local, national, regional and international structures.