OTAP and LTAP students celebrate the completion of a journey The Association hosted two graduation ceremonies at its Training Center in Palmyra, Va., in April. Three new system operators completed the System Operator Certification Program (OTAP) on April 7. Adam...
Southeast Regional hosted in Chattanooga The challenges and opportunities facing electric cooperatives are rapidly evolving, and it is critical to build networks and sharpen skills so that your co-op can thrive in this new energy marketplace. The 2023 Regional...
Cooperative earns recognition for best utility practices Mecklenburg Electric Cooperative (MEC) has been named a 2023 Tree Line Utility by the Arbor Day Foundation to recognize its dedication to proper urban forest management in its service area. This is the...
Statewide association celebrates graduation of first Fiber Technician Apprenticeship Program On April 21, five young men proudly accepted certificates of completion on their final day of the inaugural class of the Fiber Technician Apprenticeship Program, a joint...
Central Virginia Electric Cooperative celebrated the conclusion of its rural broadband project and reaching the milestone of 20,000 connections at a luncheon last week. CVEC launched its fiber project in 2018 and offers internet and phone service through Firefly Fiber...
Thirty member cooperative directors and leadership gathered at the VMD Training Center on March 28 for half-day orientation about the history and services offered by ODEC and VMDAEC. A reception followed at the Boar’s Head Resort in Charlottesville. The next morning,...