Public Power

Community Powered

Not every community is so lucky as to own and operate their electric system and be a public power community.

Over 2,000 municipalities in the country are fortunate the leaders before them had the foresight to invest in the enduring success of their communities.

Public power utilities emphasize long-term community goals and can direct utility resources accordingly, by implementing programs and timetables to achieve those goals. Without local utility ownership, the community is disenfranchised, with no input on these decisions.

A municipal electric utility is a community-owned asset. It provides reliable service, low rates and supplemental revenue for other departments.

5 Advantages of Public Power

Accountability and transparency in governance

Public power utilities are governed locally, ensuring decisions are made in the open and with community input.

Financial support for local government

Revenue from public power stays local, funding city services and providing greater contributions than private utilities.

More efficient municipal operations

Local oversight and partnerships keep costs down while maintaining reliable, high-quality service.

Tailored utility policies, programs and practices

Public power reflects community values, with programs and priorities shaped by local voices.

Value of ownership

Citizen ownership means control over investments, rates, and the future of the community’s energy.

Learn more about the value of public power communities.

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American Public Power Association

Heartland, along with our customers, are members of the American Public Power Association, which empowers member utilities by working together on common issues and challenges by strengthening relationships among industry official and policy makers.

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Power with Purpose

Citizen Owned

Our communities are citizen-owned, which means community members like you are included in the decision-making process. Our loyalty is to you, the people we serve day in and day out.

Community Improvement

Heartland is dedicated to improving the quality of life for our customers, and that is made possible by reinvesting our electric revenue back into our communities. This allows residents and businesses to thrive.

Safety Matters

By offering energy-saving programs, education and mitigating risks and hazards, public power entities are able to uphold the highest level of safety standards.

Newsroom

For recent community updates, American Public Power Association reports and how Heartland is powering your community, check out our latest news.