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 [...]
MECA Launches Nationwide Search for Next CEO
Chief Executive Officer The Board of Directors for the Michigan Electric Cooperative Association (MECA) is seeking their next Chief Executive Officer to continue the strong partnership and reputation it has with stakeholders from across the country and its member cooperatives who collectively serve nearly 300,000 consumer-members and businesses in Michigan. The current CEO, [...]
Michigan Hosts 2024 Regions 1 & 4 Meeting in Grand Rapids, MI
MECA President Craig Borr presents Sen. Debbie Stabenow with NRECA Distinguished Service Award The 2024 NRECA Regions 1 & 4 Meeting, held in Grand Rapids, MI, from September 4–6, brought together electric cooperative CEOs, general managers, directors, voting delegates and key staff to discuss critical industry challenges, share knowledge, and explore the [...]