Episodes
100
Latest episode
Jul 2026
Language
EN
Join us as we discuss the latest energy news and issues that affect Cherryland Electric Cooperative, your northern Michigan member-owned utility.
In this episode, Cherryland Electric Cooperative CEO Rachel Johnson and Wolverine Power Cooperative COO Zach Anderson unpack the topic of data centers, their impact on the electric grid, and how co-ops are preparing to protect members.
Cherryland Electric Cooperative CEO Rachel Johnson discusses the highlights of the August 24th Board of Directors meeting.
Cherryland Electric Cooperative CEO Rachel Johnson discusses the highlights of the July 27th Board of Directors meeting.
Cherryland Electric Cooperative CEO Rachel Johnson discusses the highlights of the June 22nd Board of Directors meeting.
Cherryland Electric Cooperative CEO Rachel Johnson discusses the highlights of the May 18th Board of Directors meeting.
In this episode of Co-op Energy Talk we're asking the question: "How’s the co-op doing?" Cherryland CEO Rachel Johnson sits down with Board President Gabe Schneider for a big-picture conversation about where Cherryland stands today and where we’re headed next. From financial strength and system upgrades to long-term planning and future investments, they unpack the work happening behind the scenes to keep power reliable, rates competitive, and members at the center of every decision.
Cherryland Electric Cooperative CEO Rachel Johnson discusses the highlights of the April 20th Board of Directors meeting.
In this episode of Co-op Energy Talk, we’re celebrating Lineworker Appreciation Month with a behind-the-scenes chat with two of our lineworkers, Brad Norton and Kyle Griffin. We're covering everything from what a typical day looks like to how they prepare for storms. And we couldn't miss the opportunity to get a few hot takes with a round of rapid fire questions -- including whether they'd prefer to take on one giant squirrel or 100 tiny ones.
Cherryland Electric Cooperative CEO Rachel Johnson discusses the highlights of the March 23rd Board of Directors meeting.
You might remember – about a year ago northern Michigan was hit with a devastating ice storm. Trees were coated in ice like glass, power poles and trees were snapping like twigs, and entire communities were without power for extended periods of time. While Cherryland wasn't directly impacted, other Michigan co-ops were. Now they're working through the process of applying for FEMA assistance. In this episode of Co-op Energy Talk, Cherryland CEO Rachel Johnson and Michigan Electric Cooperative Association President and CEO John Kran dive into why FEMA matters before, during, and after a storm. To let your local legislators know you support legislation aimed at improving FEMA's current processes click here: https://voicesforcooperativepower.com/femareform/
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