public power benefits

You don't know what you've got...'til it's gone

MMUA's Karleen Kos uses a familiar lyric to underscore the value of keeping power local and residents protecting what they have.

Public power works

American Public Power Association President & CEO Scott Corwin details benefits of community-owned electricity in guest column.

CEO's Report: Public power pays

Public power offers local control, community focus and affordability, backed by data found in APPA's 2025 Public Power Statistical Report.

CEO's Report: What does it take to attract a data center?

Heartland's Interruptible Load Program helps public power communities offer reliable, affordable energy and low-risk growth.

CEO's Report: Communicating your value

Ensure public power customers understand the difference local ownership makes and why their hometown utility is something to be proud of.

We want your story for Public Power Week

Join Heartland Energy as we celebrate the people and communities powered by public power and share voices from our customer communities.

CEO's Report: Do you know the value of your electric utility?

Public power communities offer 5 distinct advantages: transparency, revenue, efficiency, tailored programs and local ownership.

Promoting public power in your town