Wright-Hennepin Cooperative Electric Association
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
140
Commitment to the Environment
Provides rebates and incentives for energy-efficiency and conservation improvements, and offers home energy audits and educational materials for students and homeowners. It also provides information about renewable energy from their on-site wind generator and solar panels.
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
Metro
Location
- Rockford
Customers
45,000
Phone Number
800-943-2667
Website
www.whe.org
