About us
About Cooperative Energy
Cooperative Energy serves as the only not-for-profit wholesale electric power provider headquartered in Mississippi. In this role, Cooperative Energy generates and transmits electricity for 11 Member distribution systems located in the southern and western portions of the state. Cooperative Energy and its 11 Member cooperatives provide power to 432,000 homes and business across the state.
Quick Facts
• Cooperative Energy employs more than 450 people across the state of Mississippi.
• Cooperative Energy owns a combined generating capacity of 1,889 MW*. The Cooperative’s overall generation mix includes natural gas, nuclear, coal, hydro and solar.
*Does not include units currently being repowered.
• Cooperative Energy maintains an expansive network of transmission assets including more than 1,800 miles of high-voltage transmission lines and 260 delivery points.
Mission Statement
Cooperative Energy’s Mission is to deliver to our Members reliable and affordable energy in a safe and environmentally-responsible manner. Inherent in this commitment is a set of core Values, which guide our everyday activities:
• Member Focus
• Transparency and Responsiveness
• Fiscal, Regulatory and Environmental Compliance
• Safety and Reliability
• Serve as a Trusted and Value-Adding Resource for Member-Owners
Competitive Strengths include:
• An Experienced, Skilled Workforce
• A Long-Term Contractual Relationship with Member Systems
• Financial Health, including that of Members
• Long-Range Planning for Cost-Effective Generation Resources
• Fuel Diversity in Generation Resources