RPU Board Approves Major Regional Power Grid Investment
Construction of the 345 kV transmission line is expected to begin next year.
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Rochester Launches Minnesota’s First Thermal Energy Network
City officials say the network could be expanded and used by private developments in the future.
RPU Adopts Grid Access Fee for Residential Solar Users
The new fee is scheduled to take effect in January.
RPU Scales Back Planned Electric Rate Increase for 2026
Lower than expected wholesale power costs are allowing Rochester Public Utilities to reduce its planned electric rate increase for next year.
RPU Plans ‘Middle-Ground’ Path to Renewable Energy Goal
Rochester Public Utilities General Manager Tim McCollough explains the recent decision to stick with RPU's 2030 renewable energy goal.
The Massively Complex System That Powers Rochester
Rochester Public Utilities General Manager Tim McCollough shares his knowledge of the local, regional, and national electrical distribution systems that keep our homes and businesses supplied with energy.
RPU Issues Boil Advisory Following Power Outage in Rochester
RPU says it expects to receive the results of testing for water quality in the affected area within 24 hours.
RPU Projects 6% Rate Hikes as Energy Costs Escalate
RPU General Manager Tim McCollough on Rochester Today talks about the factors causing a sharp increase in the costs associated with powering our community.
Suspicious Death Investigation at Rochester-Area Campground
The Sheriff says the investigation involves a 63-year-old woman
Electric Rates in Rochester Could Rise 30% Over 5 Years
The proposed rate hikes are significantly tied to higher-than-expected costs associated with Rochester's 2030 clean energy goal.