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Your source for all things energy-related: the WH blog offers energy-saving tips, maintenance guidelines, program information and much more.

Be safe around electricity
February 7, 2022, Jeph Novak
Take some time to remind yourself, your children and your family of these important electrical safety tips.
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Capital credits 101
December 15, 2021, Jeph Novak
What exactly are capital credits? Who gets them, and how are they calculated? These are common questions for new and long-tenured members of Wright-Hennepin (WH), and we are here to answer them!
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Fire safety tips for you and your family
October 7, 2021, Jeph Novak
October is fire safety month, and Wright-Hennepin (WH) would like to share some safety tips to prevent electrical fires in your home.
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Scam Alert
September 14, 2021, Guest Blogger
Notice: Some WH members have received scam emails requesting immediate payment.
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Utility pole inspections begin in September
August 9, 2021, Jeph Novak
Wright-Hennepin (WH) will begin pole inspections in September 2021 and expects to complete the annual inspections in November.
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You have a choice in your source of power
July 12, 2021, Jeph Novak
Through WH’s Solar and Renewable Choice programs, WH members can choose where their power is coming from.
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WH Board of Directors appoints John Reynolds as new District 4 director
July 7, 2021, Jeph Novak
Wright-Hennepin Cooperative Electric Association’s (WH) Board of Directors recently appointed John Reynolds of Buffalo as the new director of District 4.
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Be prepared for summer storms
June 14, 2021, Jeph Novak
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.
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Recommendation of restated Bylaws
March 24, 2021, Guest Blogger
The Board of Directors is proposing revisions to WH's Bylaws.
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Co-ops step up in the cold
February 26, 2021, Guest Blogger
As parts of the United States struggled to maintain electric service during a historic cold snap, Minnesota’s cooperatives went to great lengths to ensure their members had the energy they needed.
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Benefits of updating substations
February 9, 2021, Jeph Novak
Substations in WH’s territory are frequently being built or improved upon. But what exactly does updating substations entail?
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Transformer inspections beginning in January
January 11, 2021, Jeph Novak
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.
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Howard Lake substation rebuilt
December 9, 2020, Jeph Novak
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.
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Our work zone is year round
October 12, 2020, Guest Blogger
As we enter fall, we look forward to the leaves turning and the beautiful landscape as we travel the roads.
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2020 pole inspections August-October
August 14, 2020, Heather Reinhart
Wright-Hennepin (WH) performs pole maintenance every year, which begins with an inspection of all poles within a designated portion of WH’s service territory.
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Safety around downed power lines
July 17, 2020, Stacie Nielsen
During summer storms, a lot of damage can occur, including power lines being downed. And while the downed lines and poles may look like they are no longer working, don’t be fooled.
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Phone scam alert
July 16, 2020, Guest Blogger
NOTICE: WH has become aware of scammers calling and asking members to make an immediate payment or face disconnection of their electric and gas service. Please be aware – this is NOT Wright-Hennepin.
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WH’s bill pay website has been updated
July 2, 2020, Stacie Nielsen
If you pay online, you may notice an updated look-and-feel when accessing the payment portal.
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EV trends for 2020 and beyond
May 21, 2020, Nathan Karels
Over years, EV sales have increased as technology, costs and charging infrastructure changed. Learn more where they are today and in the future.
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Power line safety down on the farm
April 20, 2020, Guest Blogger
WH wants to remind the community to look up and look out for power lines, especially as farmers enter the planting season.
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