Jeph Novak

Jun 14, 2021

Be prepared for summer storms

Summer is here, and with it comes the threat of severe storms and of course, outages. Now is a great time to remind yourself of what to do before, during and after a storm.

May 12, 2021

Plug in to safety

May is electrical safety month, which is a great time to examine the safety of the electrical outlets in your home more closely.

Apr 29, 2021

Summer load control to begin May 1

Wright-Hennepin (WH) will switch its winter Energy-Saving Program to summer load management on May 1.

Apr 16, 2021

Wright-Hennepin celebrates 84 years

Wright-Hennepin Cooperative Electric Association’s (WH) 2021 Annual Meeting was held on Thursday, April 15.

Apr 15, 2021

Safety of EVs

Safety is a priority for many when considering a new car. As electric vehicles (EVs) gain popularity in the US, potential buyers may want to know how EVs function when it comes to safety.

Apr 12, 2021

Thank you, lineworkers!

April 12 is lineworker appreciation day, and Wright-Hennepin (WH) wants to thank all its lineworkers for the great work they do at keeping the lights on for the members of the cooperative.

Mar 23, 2021

Legacy air conditioning programs change this spring

After thorough review and careful analysis, WH will make changes to AC programs beginning in the spring of 2021.

Mar 16, 2021

Financial benefits of owning an EV

The financial benefits of owning an EV are what drive many to switch, from saving at the pump to cutting down on emissions to receiving tax credits.

Feb 9, 2021

Benefits of updating substations

Substations in WH’s territory are frequently being built or improved upon. But what exactly does updating substations entail?

Jan 11, 2021

Transformer inspections beginning in January

Starting in January, WH lineworkers will begin inspecting pad-mount transformers in St. Michael, Otsego, Rogers, Corcoran and Medina. Lineworkers will access and open pad-mounted devices such as transformers, switches, fuse cabinets and transition cabinets.

Dec 21, 2020

WH to change legacy air conditioning programs

WH recently conducted an evaluation with an outside consultant regarding our three Energy-Saving Air Conditioning (AC) programs.

Dec 14, 2020

This holiday brought to you by electricity

Decorating with lights, listening to festive music and snuggling up by the fire to watch a favorite movie are a few things that make the holiday season great. Behind the scenes, electricity works hard to power your holidays, and this season is no different.

Dec 9, 2020

Howard Lake substation rebuilt

Wright-Hennepin Cooperative Electric Association (WH) held a ribbon cutting ceremony at its Howard Lake substation after a five-month project to rebuild and improve the substation located at the intersection of 70th St. and Keats Ave.

Nov 20, 2020

Save money with WH's Energy-Saving Programs

Wright-Hennepin (WH) offers several options for members to save money through Energy-Saving programs (ESPs).

Nov 11, 2020

Does an EV fit your budget?

Electric vehicles can be intimidating and come with different questions to consider. Luckily, WH makes it easy to get all these questions answered.

Oct 30, 2020

WH celebrates Co-op Month online

Wright-Hennepin (WH) celebrated National Co-op Month 2020 in a unique way.

Sep 24, 2020

WH will test Dual Fuel systems October 29 and 31.

WH will switch its summer Energy-Saving Program to winter load management on October 1.

Sep 8, 2020

Plug-in Hybrids: Bridging the Gap Between Hybrids and Fully Electric Vehicles

Hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) are a unique type of car, combining the battery of a fully electric vehicle and the gasoline engine of a non-electric vehicle.

Sep 3, 2020

Give the Gift of Electricity

The Gift of Electricity is a practical gift to give to the important people in your life.

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