MLEC is one of over 1,000 consumer-owned utilities in the United States and part of the largest electric utility network in the nation.
Electric cooperatives are organizations with a strong past and bright future.
Mille Lacs Electric Cooperative serves over 12,500 members with 1,709 miles of line. The MLEC service area includes Aitkin County and parts of Crow Wing and Mille Lacs Counties. Our main office is located in Aitkin, Minnesota, approx. It is the mission of Mille Lacs Electric Cooperative to enhance the quality of life for people in our service area by consistently providing quality electric service and other valued services while holding our employees, our community, and our environment in high regard.