McLeod Cooperative Power Association

11/05/2026

Smart savings for the season! 🌡️

This November and December, McLeod Co-op members can save up to $75 on smart thermostats through the Energy Wise MN Store.

A smart thermostat learns your schedule and adjusts your heating and cooling automatically, so you stay comfortable while using less energy. It’s a simple way to take control of your winter heating bills!

Don’t wait! This offer runs through December or while supplies last!
Find your smart thermostat at https://energywisemnstore.com/shop-all/smart-thermostats/

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween from all of us at McLeod Co-op Power! 🎃👻

We hope everyone has a fun night filled with costumes, candy, and plenty of fun! Stay safe out there and watch for little ghosts and goblins crossing the roads! Happy Halloween! 🦇

10/30/2026

Don't forget to set your clocks back this weekend! 🕑 Daylight savings time ends this Sunday, November 1st, at 2 a.m. Set your clocks back one hour before bed Saturday night and enjoy that extra hour of sleep!

While you're changing the clocks, it's the perfect time to take a few minutes to:
• Update the schedule on your programmable or smart thermostat.
• Swap any remaining incandescent bulbs for LEDs. With shorter days, your lights will be on more, and LEDs use up to 75% less energy and last longer!
• Test your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and replace the batteries if needed.

Stay safe and enjoy the extra hour!

10/27/2026

Don't miss out on 2026 Rebates!
If you've made energy-efficient upgrades this year, you may qualify for a rebate from McLeod Cooperative Power. Our 2026 rebates help members save on qualifying purchases!

The last day to submit a 2026 rebate application is Friday, December 11, 2026. Rebates are on a first-come, first-serve basis.

How to apply:
👉 Go to https://www.mcleodcoop.com/products/rebates/
👉 Download and fill out the rebate form.
👉 Submit the form with the proof of purchase by mail, email, or in person by December 11th.

Questions? We're happy to help! Call us at 320-864-3148 or visit the link above.

10/22/2026

What happens at your house when the power goes out?💡

For a lot of our members, an outage means more than sitting in the dark. When the power goes out, a standby generator turns on automatically within seconds and keeps your heat, water, sump pump, and other essentials running. That means no frozen pipes, no flooded basement, no sitting in the dark, and no spoiled food, just peace of mind until the power comes back.

We've installed generators for members all over our area, and the photos here show a few of them. We also offer an optional annual maintenance program to help ensure years of dependability!

Don't wait for the next outage! Call us at 320-864-3148 or visit https://www.mcleodcoop.com/products/generators/ for more information.

10/21/2026

Working on fall yard cleanup?

Fall is a busy time for raking, mowing, trimming, and getting the yard ready for the winter. While you are working, keep an eye out for McLeod Co-op Power equipment in your yard! That includes the transformers, meters, and guy wires.

Here are a few tips to prevent damaging electrical equipment with fall clean-up:
🍂 Don't pile leaves or brush near or against MCPA equipment - this can hide equipment from you and our crews.
🌱 Trim and mow carefully - string trimmers, mowers, and leaf blowers can damage MCPA equipment.
🌳 Look up before trimming trees - NEVER trim branches near overhead power lines. Contact our office at 320-864-3148 to help with tree trimming!

If you see damaged equipment, stay away and call us right away!

10/20/2026

⏰ There's still time to order before October 31st! McLeod Co-op Power members can get $100 off a doorbell camera through Heartland Security when signing a new 3 year agreement.

Whether it’s package deliveries or unexpected visitors, you’ll always know who’s at your door! Call 888-264-6380 or visit heartlandss.com to get started.

10/14/2026

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month! 🖥 🔒

At McLeod Co-op Power, protecting our members goes beyond keeping the lights on. Protecting your personal information is important to us!

From checking your email to paying your electric bill online, staying alert can help protect your personal information. Here are a few simple ways to stay safer online:

🔒 Use strong, unique passwords and turn on multi-factor authentication when available.
🖱 Think before clicking links or opening attachments.
📱 Watch out for suspicious emails, texts and phone calls.

A little extra caution can go a long way in protecting your information. Stay alert and stay safe online!

For more information on how MCPA handles cybersecurity, click on the link! https://www.mcleodcoop.com/cybersecurity-awareness-month/

10/13/2026

A Maximum Generation Emergency Warning has been issued effective today, October 13th. Great River Energy will be dispatching load control for all Commercial and Industrial loads.

Load control schedule for the following programs:
C&I W/O GENSET 4:00pm-9:00pm
C&I W/GENSET 4:00pm-9:00pm
PSWH 3:30pm-8:30pm

Please visit https://lmguide.grenergy.com/Default.aspx to stay updated on GRE's Load Management schedule.

Great River Energy

10/08/2026

⚡October is National Cooperative Month!⚡

As we celebrate National Cooperative Month, we want to thank everyone who contributes to our success. Whether you're a member, employee, board member, or community supporter, you are part of what makes our cooperative special.

There’s a lot more to being a cooperative than keeping the lights on. It’s about showing up when our members need us, supporting the communities around us, and working together to make things better.

Thank you for being a valued member of McLeod Cooperative Power!