Electric Services

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Electric Operations Conference

Electric crew leaders and their management gather annually in Ames, Iowa to learn the latest techniques and see the newest technology. Classes and demonstrations are practical, low-cost tools to improve performance.

Electric Roundtables

Roundtables are held every spring. Each volunteer committee plans discussion topics and presentations around common problems and best practices unique to the Midwest.

Committees

Electric Operations Steering l Committee Members
Oversees all facets of the Electric Section committees listed below. Works with Staff and Board to help direct the planning for MEA’s future activities.

Associate Advisory l Committee Members
Acts as a liaison between the associate member companies and the Electric Operations Section of MEA to enhance the relationship between MEA, Associate members and the LDC members.

Codes & Standards l Committee Members l Knowledge Management
Promotes the exchange or ideas and information relating to the formulation, interpretation and applications of regulations in the industry.

Metering l Committee Members l Knowledge Management
Promotes the exchange or ideas and information relating to the metering of electricity.

Overhead l Committee Members l Knowledge Management
Focuses on continuous improvement for member companies and training in specific areas affecting overhead distribution of electricity.

Reliability l Committee Members
Focuses on energy delivery and reliability, especially in extraordinary circumstances such as storms or power outages, etc.

Safety & Training l Committee Members l Knowledge Management
Notifies members of DOT & OSHA compliance and training needs and assists in the development of programs to meet those needs. Attends to issues in the electric utility industry such as investigations, training and others related to operational concerns.

Substation l Committee Members l Knowledge Management
Addresses topics and issues in substation maintenance and training for proper operation.

Underground l Committee Members l Knowledge Management
Focuses on continuous improvement for member companies and training in specific areas affecting underground distribution of electricity.