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Safety protocols for electrical power usage are equally important regardless of the scenario, from a home rewiring project to major manufacturing operations. The same applies to economic development issues. Workforce shortages, infrastructure status and strategic planning are just as critical to rural communities as metropolitan centers.  Eastern Oregon leaders...Continue Reading

Eastern Oregon is synonymous with excellent outdoor adventure. From casting for trout in world-class river systems, backpacking in pristine mountain wilderness or skiing fine powder runs, phenomenal experiences await here. But within each county of Eastern Oregon, there is an equally important resource within the boundaries of the local...Continue Reading

Oregon Trail Electric Cooperative (OTEC) is one of Oregon's largest distribution cooperatives, serving approximately 31,000 meters in Baker, Grant, Harney and Union counties with a distribution system valued at more than $153 million. Yet, OTEC’s impact goes beyond electricity distribution as an economic pillar for eastern Oregon. It is...Continue Reading