This course focuses on the importance of technology planning by examining today’s emerging technologies using four questions: What will the technology do for the membership? What will it do for the business of the cooperative? Is it cost effective? How well will it integrate with existing systems? This course explores a wide variety of technologies; […]

The jointly developed (NRECA and CFC) publication titled, Rate Strategies for 21st Century Challenges, A Guide to Rate Innovation for Cooperatives, is featured in this course. Directors discuss the complex issues that they must balance when they consider business plans, financial policies, alternative rate philosophies and strategies. This course discusses how current rates methodologies affect […]

The emergence of distributed energy resources (DER) technologies is giving consumers more choices than ever before. Electric cooperatives are well positioned as consumer-owned organizations to be their member’s “trusted partner” in navigating the opportunities, risks, and benefits of solar and other emerging technologies. This course discusses the top DER technologies, policy issues and questions that […]

Held in conjunction with TECA's legislative conference and reception Electric co-op boards face a rapidly evolving energy landscape where power supply decisions are more complex, involve greater risks and have […]

In today’s complex electric industry, effective decision making is a must. Directors need the tools to assess today’s challenges and to determine the best choice for all involved. This course provides directors with the techniques and skills needed to identify issues, hold constructive discussions, and resolve conflict so that they can reach satisfactory solutions. Key […]

Many co-ops are getting member requests for information as the energy industry evolves toward a consumer-centric model. Co-ops are well positioned as their members’ trusted energy advisor to provide education and information on the changing energy landscape. While directors are not the co-op’s official spokespersons they are sometimes asked questions by members when they are […]

Understanding the unique aspects of the cooperative business model better prepares directors to lead organizations with purpose not profit at their core. This is especially important in this the International Year of Cooperatives. Course participants will do a deep dive into the cooperative principles and define how they provide a competitive advantage for today's co-op […]