Weathering the Worst: Michigan Co-ops Rally After Historic Storms
Ice is part of life in Michigan, but rarely does it arrive with the fury that struck our state this spring. What began as a peaceful snowfall quickly escalated into a severe, historic ice storm that left a lasting mark on the region—and showed the true grit of Michigan’s electric cooperatives. As thick layers [...]
John Kran Named New CEO of the Michigan Electric Cooperative Association
LANSING, Mich.—After an extensive executive search, the Michigan Electric Cooperative Association (MECA) Board announced today that John Kran will succeed Craig Borr as MECA’s next Chief Executive Officer. Borr, set to retire on March 14, has served as CEO of MECA since 2012 and has been a fierce co-op advocate for over 40 years. [...]
Michigan Electric Cooperative Association Uses Virtual Reality for Zero-Risk Safety Training
The Michigan Electric Cooperative Association (MECA) is excited to provide innovative safety training by leveraging virtual reality (VR) to provide zero-risk, immersive learning experiences for Michigan's electric cooperatives. As electric co-ops continue to prioritize safety and efficiency, MECA's VR training program is setting a new standard for preparing lineworkers for the challenges they face [...]
Unity in Action: What Mutual Aid Teaches Us
After ten days of travel and hard work in Florida, Michigan’s co-op lineworkers have safely returned home. They were part of a national response, with over 15 states sending crews to help restore power in the aftermath of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Nearly 30 Michigan lineworkers answered the call, joining their counterparts to bring [...]
Riding Out the Storm Together: Michigan Co-op Lineworkers Answer Florida’s Call
As Hurricane Milton churns toward Florida, bringing with it the threat of fierce winds and power outages, help is already on the way. Over the weekend, Florida Electric Cooperative Association reached out to MECA and other cooperatives across the country asking for help in anticipation of Hurricane Milton. More than 15 states [...]