Employee Spotlight: Brenda Schroeder
Employee Spotlight: Brenda Schroeder For Brenda Schroeder, every workday at Nobles Cooperative Electric is about one thing – the members. As a Member Services Representative, Brenda knows that when someone calls with a question, concern, or need, it matters. And she does her very best to help, because she understands that behind every account is […]
Nobles Cooperative Electric Celebrates 90 Years!
Nobles Cooperative Electric Celebrates 90 Years! In 2026, Nobles Cooperative Electric will celebrate 90 years of serving our members and communities. When the cooperative was formed in 1936, local neighbors came together with a shared belief that rural families deserved the same opportunities as those in larger cities. Bringing electricity to farms and homes wasn’t […]
In the News…January 2026
IN THE NEWS… As we celebrate 90 years of Nobles Cooperative Electric, I find myself feeling both proud and humbled. Proud of how far our cooperative has come since 1936, and humbled to play even a small role in a legacy built by generations of members, employees, and community leaders who believed in working together […]
2026 Capital Credits
2026 Capital Credits Nobles Cooperative Electric Returns Nearly $840,000 in Capital Credits to Members in January 2026 At Nobles Cooperative Electric, being a member means more than simply receiving electric service – it means being a member-owner of your cooperative. In 2026, we’ll proudly celebrate 90 years of serving southwest Minnesota, and that ownership still […]
Employee Spotlight: Steve Burdick
December Month of Caring: Employee Spotlight Steve Burdick Throughout December, Nobles Cooperative Electric’s Month of Caring is a time to slow down, reflect, and recognize the people who help keep our cooperative strong-not just through big moments, but through the everyday work that often goes unseen. Today in our Month of Caring, we’re shifting gears […]
Operation Round Up: Powering Community Projects Across Our Region
Operation Round Up – Fall 2025 Winners This fall, Nobles Cooperative Electric members once again made a meaningful impact through Operation Round Up. Thanks to the generosity of members who choose to round up their monthly bills, $21,300 in grants were awarded across Nobles and Murray counties. These projects strengthen our cooperative spirit – supporting […]
In the News…December 2025
In the News… Adam Tromblay, CEO/General Manager As we wrap up 2025, I find myself reflecting on what a meaningful and transformative year it has been for Nobles Cooperative Electric. One of our biggest milestones was moving into our new office. This long-planned project has allowed us to bring our team together in a space […]
Change in Plans for Our Former Office
Nobles Cooperative Electric shares an update on plans for its former office, including potential future child care use, grant fund changes, and a new temporary tenant, Geronimo Power.
In the News…November 2025
Gratitude, Growth, and Great Things Ahead By Adam Tromblay, CEO/General Manager As we move into November, there’s plenty to be thankful for here at Nobles Cooperative Electric – from system upgrades to exciting local projects and, most importantly, our members. A New Era of Reliability Our new Slayton Substation is set to energize this month! […]
Board Member-Spotlight – Tim Bickett
Tim Bickett Board Member Spotlight Tim Bickett has proudly represented District 6 on the Nobles Cooperative Electric board for the past five years. His path to board service began with a friendly push. “A guy came to my garage and wouldn’t leave until I said yes,” he laughs. Though he’d been asked years earlier to […]
Celebrating Community, One Meal (and Smile) at a Time
2025 Grab-n-Go Our Grab-n-Go events during October Co-op Month have truly become a favorite Nobles Cooperative Electric family tradition! What started back in 2020 as a safe way to connect with members during the pandemic has grown into something we all look forward to each year. This year’s turnout was our biggest yet! We served […]
October – In the News
October In the News… October is always a special month for us at Nobles Cooperative Electric. As we celebrate National Co-op Month, it gives us a chance to reflect on what makes cooperatives different-neighbors working together for the good of their communities. That spirit of cooperation is just as alive today as […]