Co-op Energy Talk

Apr 03 2025 100 ep. 18 mins 95
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Join us as we discuss the latest energy news and issues that affect Cherryland Electric Cooperative, your northern Michigan member-owned utility.

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S11E7 - Board Meeting Brief, March 2025

Apr 03 2025 9 mins  
Cherryland Electric Cooperative CEO Rachel Johnson discusses the highlights of the March 31st Board of Directors meeting.

S11E6 - Peaking Plants, Peak Performance: How Natural Gas Supports the Grid

Apr 01 2025 27 mins  
In this episode of Co-op Energy Talk, Cherryland CEO Rachel Johnson and Wolverine Power Cooperative CEO Eric Baker join host Courtney Doyle to explore the essential role natural gas plays in keeping the lights on. From Michigan’s unique natural gas storage capabilities to the behind-the-scenes benefits of Alpine—Cherryland’s local peaking plant—this conversation highlights

S11E5 - Planning for the Future: Cherryland’s Approach to Reliability and Rates

Mar 03 2025 29 mins  
In this episode of Co-op Energy Talk, Cherryland CEO Rachel Johnson and Board President Gabe Schneider join Courtney Doyle to break down how Cherryland tracks reliability, financial health, and member value. From smart investments in grid technology to strategic financial planning, they discuss the co-op’s approach to balancing affordability and long-term stability. Tune in to le

S11E4 - Board Meeting Brief, February 2025

Feb 25 2025 9 mins  
Cherryland Electric Cooperative CEO Rachel Johnson discusses the highlights of the February 23rd Board of Directors meeting.

S11E3 - From Data to Demand: Data Centers and AI's Impact on the Grid

Feb 01 2025 25 mins  
In this episode of Co-op Energy Talk, Cherryland’s Courtney Doyle chats with CoBank Knowledge Exchange economists Teri Viswanath and Jeff Johnston about the surging demand for electricity driven by data center development and AI. From the role of data centers in our digital economy to the challenges of expanding infrastructure to meet this demand, they explore what this growth me

S11E2 - Board Meeting Brief, January 2025

Jan 23 2025 7 mins  
Cherryland Electric Cooperative CEO Rachel Johnson discusses the highlights of the January 21st Board of Directors meeting.

S11E1 - Enhancing Reliability: Cherryland's 2025 System Upgrades

Jan 02 2025 24 mins  
In this episode of Co-op Energy Talk, CEO Rachel Johnson and COO Frank Siepker discuss Cherryland Electric Cooperative's ambitious plans for 2025. From transitioning to a new SCADA system to expanding underground infrastructure, these investments promise greater reliability and faster outage restorations. Tune in to learn how predictive analytics, cutting-edge technologies, and a f

S10E23 - Board Meeting Brief, December 2024

Dec 19 2024 5 mins  
Cherryland Electric Cooperative CEO Rachel Johnson discusses the highlights of the December 16th Board of Directors meeting.

S10E22 - Understanding Capital Credits: A Cooperative Advantage

Dec 04 2024 5 mins  
This year, Cherryland Electric Cooperative is retiring $570,000 in capital credits back to its members—a clear benefit of co-op membership. Join CEO Rachel Johnson on this episode of Co-op Energy Talk as she breaks down how capital credits work, why they matter, and how they’re helping Cherryland maintain its industry-leading reliability while keeping rates affordable. Curious

S10E21 - Board Meeting Brief, November 2024

Nov 26 2024 7 mins  
Cherryland Electric Cooperative CEO Rachel Johnson discusses the highlights of the November 25th Board of Directors meeting.