Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association

Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. is a not-for-profit cooperative power supplier. Our mission is to provide our member systems a reliable, affordable and responsible supply of electricity in accordance with cooperative principles.

Cooperative Difference

 What makes us unique among utilities is that cooperatives like Tri-State are member-owned and governed and operate on a not-for-profit basis. Our governing decisions are based on sound financial principles, utility industry best practices and, most importantly, the needs of our members.

  Where do your renewables come from?

 By pooling resources through our cooperative family to develop larger, utility-scale renewable energy projects, our members are able to secure the most competitive prices for wind and solar energy. These renewable projects are real, on-the-ground wind farms and solar arrays that deliver energy and economic benefits in our members' communities. And since these projects serve all of our members, individual utility members don't shoulder the responsibility or risks for development alone, and instead enjoy the benefits together. These utility-scale renewable projects are a win-win for members, and they deliver low cost and clean power: