Basin Electric Power Cooperative

Basin Electric received two awards at Missouri Slope Areawide United Way’s 2025 annual luncheon and meeting. Read more: https://bit.ly/UWaward25

Dale Johnson, who has worked for Dakota Gas for nearly 40 years and served as plant manager of the facility since 2013, retired March 3. He is replaced by Trinity Turnbow. Read more: https://bit.ly/4chyQ1d

Dawson Kaylor followed his parents’ footsteps to Dakota Gas where he has worked as a shift maintenance field technician since January 2024. The tradition of working at the plant started with his parents who both still work there today. In some ways, he says, this shared work connection is another benefit that Basin Electric has provided. Read more in Basin Today: https://bit.ly/3X6fQwu

Dominic Moore, an assistant station operator at Dry Fork Station, and his team play a vital role in ensuring the efficiency of plant operations by monitoring equipment, performing inspections, and engaging in plant-wide communications to avoid disruptions in power to Basin Electric’s members. Read more in Basin Today: https://bit.ly/41fprU5

Basin Electric Power Cooperative’s commitment to the environment began in the 1960s, long before it was required by law. From responsible reclamation practices to the latest in emissions control technology, Basin Electric and its membership support a clean environment and recognize the need to use energy efficiently to lower costs and conserve the planet’s natural resources. Hear more from Wayne Peltier, BEPC Board President, and Todd Brickhouse, BEPC CEO and general manager in our Sustainability Report: https://bit.ly/41YQi62

Basin Electric’s Transmission Systems Maintenance team had several successes in 2024, including reaching a safety milestone, energizing five transmission projects in a week's time, taking charge of the Stegall DC tie, and moving to a new shop location. Read about everything they accomplished: https://bit.ly/3F630rL

The Lignite Energy Council (LEC) is conducting the 2025 Teacher Seminar at the Bismarck State College June 9-12, 2025. Basin Electric will pay for travel costs for teachers from South Dakota, Minnesota, Montana, Wyoming and Iowa, and LEC will cover the rest. Read more: https://bit.ly/3Fhy9sD

Dakota Gas experienced a groundbreaking year in 2024, setting new records in fertilizer production and CO2 sequestration. It also marked a historic milestone as the first year ever in ammonia and urea production without a scheduled turnaround. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gcyjwBPY

What does it take to create an exceptional team in a high-stakes environment? The team of technicians at Lonesome Creek has set a new standard for engagement, achieving the highest score among facilities in the cooperative during the 2024 Employee Engagement Survey. Read more in Basin Today: https://bit.ly/412xylB

Mandy Karr, warehouse supervisor at Laramie River Station, says a favorite aspect of her job is networking with vendors, contractors, and other shops. “I enjoy helping others and being able to call on others when I am in need. It makes work easier when you have others there to help support one another.” Read more about why Mandy chooses Basin Electric: https://bit.ly/41IZBqw