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Fedeler to retire after 44 years

Heartland Energy Accountant Sharla Fedeler will retire May 31, 2024 after 44 years of service. She is Heartland’s longest-serving employee.

May 1, 2024 // < 1 min read

Heartland Headlines

41 municipal employees protected with FR clothing

Heartland’s new PPE program marked its first quarter of success with praise and participation from customers across the region.

April 1, 2024 // < 1 min read

Heartland Headlines

Heartland Energy launches strategic planning initiative

As the electric utility industry evolves at an unprecedented pace, the initiative aims to fortify Heartland’s position as an industry leader.

March 6, 2024 // < 1 min read

Economic Development

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Economic Development

Popcorn shop is Community Spark

Gaylen’s Gourmet Popcorn of Madison, South Dakota earns outstanding small business award from Heartland Energy.

May 1, 2024 // < 1 min read

Economic Development

Pandemic-era businesses thrive with growth incentives

Seventeen new and expanding businesses in Heartland customer communities collectively earned $160K in electric rebates from 2020-2023.

April 1, 2024 // < 1 min read

Customer Spotlight

Horizon Health Care unveils expanded clinic in Plankinton

The project showcases the power of collaboration and partnerships in addressing rural healthcare needs and community development.

April 1, 2024 // < 1 min read

CEO’s Report

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CEO’s Report

CEO’s Report: Stability, competitiveness impact credit rating

Heartland’s A2 credit rating from Moody’s reflects our competitive rates, strategic resource mix, financial resilience and more.

May 1, 2024 // < 1 min read

CEO’s Report

CEO’s Report: Understanding the IRP process and why it’s crucial to WAPA customers

Heartland is working on the 2024 plan to ensure reliable, affordable and sustainable energy supply for WAPA customers.

April 1, 2024 // < 1 min read

CEO’s Report

CEO’s Report: Lessons learned from other public power utilities

Key takeaways from APPA Legislative Rally about federal funding opportunities prove success is possible for Heartland municipal customers.

March 6, 2024 // < 1 min read

Customer Spotlight

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Customer Spotlight

Lanie Mousel is Student of the Month

The Colman-Egan senior is recognized by Heartland and KJAM Radio as a dedicated, hardworking student athlete and community volunteer.

May 1, 2024 // < 1 min read

Customer Spotlight

Horizon Health Care unveils expanded clinic in Plankinton

The project showcases the power of collaboration and partnerships in addressing rural healthcare needs and community development.

April 1, 2024 // < 1 min read

Customer Spotlight

Student of the Month is Direct Support Professional

Arlington High School senior Jodessa Wiehr is recognized as a well-rounded student leader known for her positive attitude, intelligence and warmth.

April 1, 2024 // < 1 min read

Cybersecurity

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Cybersecurity

New Federal Rule strengthens cybersecurity for local electric utilities

CISA’s rule sets guidelines and reporting requirements for critical infrastructure entities to improve coordination and minimize risk.

May 1, 2024 // < 1 min read

Cybersecurity

Fostering a culture of cybersecurity: tools to help minimize the risk of human error

MFA and password managers plus cybersecurity education and training can curtail human error and defend organizations against cyber threats.

February 5, 2024 // < 1 min read

Cybersecurity

CEO’s Report: Prepare your utility for cybersecurity threats

Cybersecurity assessments and employee training are necessary to address heightened risks to public power utilities.

January 9, 2024 // < 1 min read

Industry Update

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CEO’s Report

CEO’s Report: Understanding the IRP process and why it’s crucial to WAPA customers

Heartland is working on the 2024 plan to ensure reliable, affordable and sustainable energy supply for WAPA customers.

April 1, 2024 // < 1 min read

CEO’s Report

CEO’s Report: Heartland Energy launches FR clothing store for customers

Multi-year safety initiative aims to protect vital workers in dangerous working environments by offering protective apparel.

December 1, 2023 // < 1 min read

Industry Update

Is your utility a smart energy provider?

American Public Power Association’s national program recognizes utilities’ best practices in efficiency and sustainability.

December 1, 2023 // < 1 min read

Energy Efficiency

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Energy Efficiency

Roadside Food & Fuel recognized for excellence in energy efficiency

Plankinton, SD small business recognized for efforts to implement energy efficient measures to the benefit of his customers and the city.

October 3, 2023 // < 1 min read

Customer Spotlight

Living Meadows receives funding for heating and cooling upgrades

Madelia Municipal Light & Power partnered with Heartland Energy to offer $17,500 in incentives to assist with upgrade project.

March 7, 2023 // < 1 min read

CEO’s Report

CEO’s Report: Powering Forward in the new year

Changes to Power Forward rebate program include addition of EV charger rebate, electrification incentives and more.

January 5, 2023 // < 1 min read

Legislative & Regulatory

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Legislative & Regulatory

Heartland Energy gears up for Capitol Hill

Infrastructure funding, supply chain solutions and grid security will be the focus of APPA’s 2024 Legislative Rally.

February 5, 2024 // < 1 min read

Heartland Headlines

Heartland Energy prepared to comply with new carbon-free law

MN municipal customers of Heartland Energy can utilize RECs to meet 2040 target.

February 21, 2023 // < 1 min read

CEO’s Report

CEO’s Report: Rural Minnesota communities threatened by Carbon-Free bill

Legislation calling for carbon-free MN by 2040 could increase electric rates and cause rolling blackouts and outages.

February 1, 2023 // < 1 min read

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CEO’s Report

CEO’s Report: Stability, competitiveness impact credit rating

Heartland’s A2 credit rating from Moody’s reflects our competitive rates, strategic resource mix, financial resilience and more.

May 1, 2024 // < 1 min read

Heartland Headlines

Fedeler to retire after 44 years

Heartland Energy Accountant Sharla Fedeler will retire May 31, 2024 after 44 years of service. She is Heartland’s longest-serving employee.

May 1, 2024 // < 1 min read

Economic Development

Popcorn shop is Community Spark

Gaylen’s Gourmet Popcorn of Madison, South Dakota earns outstanding small business award from Heartland Energy.

May 1, 2024 // < 1 min read

Popcorn shop is Community Spark

CEO’s Report: Stability, competitiveness impact credit rating

New Federal Rule strengthens cybersecurity for local electric utilities

Heartland Headlines

Fedeler to retire after 44 years

41 municipal employees protected with FR clothing

Heartland Energy launches strategic planning initiative

Economic Development

Popcorn shop is Community Spark

Pandemic-era businesses thrive with growth incentives

Horizon Health Care unveils expanded clinic in Plankinton

CEO’s Report

CEO’s Report: Stability, competitiveness impact credit rating

CEO’s Report: Understanding the IRP process and why it’s crucial to WAPA customers

CEO’s Report: Lessons learned from other public power utilities

Customer Spotlight

Lanie Mousel is Student of the Month

Horizon Health Care unveils expanded clinic in Plankinton

Student of the Month is Direct Support Professional

Cybersecurity

New Federal Rule strengthens cybersecurity for local electric utilities

Fostering a culture of cybersecurity: tools to help minimize the risk of human error

CEO’s Report: Prepare your utility for cybersecurity threats

Industry Update

CEO’s Report: Understanding the IRP process and why it’s crucial to WAPA customers

CEO’s Report: Heartland Energy launches FR clothing store for customers

Is your utility a smart energy provider?

Energy Efficiency

Roadside Food & Fuel recognized for excellence in energy efficiency

Living Meadows receives funding for heating and cooling upgrades

CEO’s Report: Powering Forward in the new year

Legislative & Regulatory

Heartland Energy gears up for Capitol Hill

Heartland Energy prepared to comply with new carbon-free law

CEO’s Report: Rural Minnesota communities threatened by Carbon-Free bill

CEO’s Report: Stability, competitiveness impact credit rating

Fedeler to retire after 44 years

Popcorn shop is Community Spark

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