BENCO Electric Cooperative
This company transmits energy from the electricity wholesaler Great River Energy. At Great River Energy, 73 percent of power comes from coal, 14 percent is purchased from other producers, and the remaining power comes from natural gas, wind, and refuse-derived fuel.
Area of Work
Distribution
Number of Employees
34
Commitment to the Environment
BENCO Electric provides rebates and incentives for energy-efficiency and conservation improvements.
Employment Opportunities
Distribution companies do not work in the production of energy, but rather getting it from the source to the customer. These companies typically hire the following types of occupations: operations/engineering, customer service, marketing and communications, finance, systems and information technology, human resources, and safety and compliance.
Region
South Central

Location
- Mankato
Customers
13,500
Phone Number
888-792-3626
Website
www.benco.org
