Great River Energy
Seventy-three percent of Great River Energy's power comes from coal, 14 percent is purchased from other producers, and the remaining comes from natural gas, wind, and refuse-derived fuel.
Area of Work
Generation & Transmission
Number of Employees
875
Commitment to the Environment
Great River Energy aims for a "triple bottom line" that includes environmental responsibility as a top priority along with affordable rates and reliable service. They incorporate renewable energy sources into their energy portfolio and are able to offer that mix to their member co-ops and customers. The company promotes energy-efficiency and conservation and boasts two LEED-certified buildings.
Employment Opportunities
Generation and transmission companies typically will hire the following positions: engineers (civil, mechanical, environmental, industrial), IT professionals, business, accounting, finance, marketing and communications professionals, human resources, economic development, plant operations and fuel handling, electricians, mechanics, maintenance, relay/communications/electronics technicians, transmission line and substation technicians, and dispatchers.
Region
Metro
Locations
- Elk River
- Wadena
- Maple Grove
- Cambridge
- Pleasant Valley
- Trimont
- Colvill
Customers
639,000 through their 28 member coops
Phone Number
888-521-0130
Website
www.greatriverenergy.com
E-mail
info@grenergy.com
