Finding the right mix
A mix of generation resources is essential to deliver reliable electricity at the lowest cost possible. Coal, natural gas, liquid fuel, wind and hydropower make up a balanced portfolio that allows Associated to keep the lights on, even in challenging conditions.
Transmission keeps power flowing
A resilient, high-voltage transmission system is essential to deliver reliable power. Associated and its six G&Ts continue to plan out, protect and invest in the transmission system to make sure these vital pathways for electricity are ready for any condition and meet North American Electric Reliability Corp. standards.
Three keys to a renewable energy transition
The transition to renewable energy generation can’t happen overnight. Associated has identified three essential items that must be addressed to move to renewables successfully: technology, transmission and time. Learn more about how Associated can move toward a renewable future without sacrificing reliability today.
New gas generation
Associated Electric Cooperative is constructing new natural gas generation with the goal of maintaining the future reliability of the system’s electric supply across Missouri, northeast Oklahoma and southeast Iowa.
Learn more about Associated's new gas generation projects.