Cooperatives differ from other businesses in that they are owned by their user-members and profits are returned to members according to usage. There are two types of cooperatives; "Producer Cooperatives, " where workers are the member-owners and "Consumer Cooperatives, " like Missoula Electric Cooperative, where those who use our services are member-owners. Providing electric service as a cooperative differs from investor-owned and municipal electric utilities, because cooperatives operate for the benefit of owner-members, rather than investors.
Missoula Electric Cooperative's community solar program, Solarshare, provides our members the opportunity to acquire renewable solar energy from centrally located, cooperatively owned solar gardens. Community solar programs like Solarshare are a smart and simple way to enjoy the benefits of solar power without the installation or maintenance costs of on-site installations. The Solarshare program reflects MEC's commitment to maximizing the use of affordable renewable energy. Today, MEC's portfolio is about 95 percent carbon-free energy.
Don't forget to "spring forward" on Sunday, March 14th!
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Today is #Internationalwo mensday, and we are proud to recognize the achievements and contributions of all women in the energy sector. Thank you for your commitment to helping power our local communities!
Commit to "whipping up" some energy efficient habits in the kitchen this year!
This month's Rural Montana recaps January's record-setting windstorm, and how it impacted, not only our members, but a majority of the Northwest.
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