Southern Minnesota Municipal Power Agency (SMMPA) is driving innovation in energy and transportation by supporting electrification, sustainability, and economic growth across southern Minnesota. Headquartered in Rochester, SMMPA is a not-for-profit wholesale power provider to 17 member municipal utilities, serving more than 128,000 customers with reliable, affordable electricity.

SMMPA actively promotes electric vehicle adoption by providing rebates and incentives, offering community education, and partnering with local utilities to expand charging infrastructure. These efforts ensure that EVs are not only accessible but also a practical and cost-effective choice for residents and businesses throughout the region.

With a strong focus on environmental stewardship, SMMPA has set ambitious sustainability goals, including reducing carbon emissions and preparing its grid for the opportunities and demands of a more electrified future. By collaborating with its member utilities, SMMPA helps ensure that rural and urban communities alike can benefit from innovative energy solutions.

As a proud participant in Recharge America, Southern Minnesota Municipal Power Agency is demonstrating how municipal utilities can play a key role in advancing EV adoption, reducing emissions, and building a smarter, more resilient energy future for Minnesota.