Pictured is the front of the EERC building early in the morning. The sun is shining on the front of the building. In the foreground is a tree in the shadows.
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EERC Welcomes New Employees

Over the 6 past months, 9 new employees have joined our team. We are happy to welcome them to the EERC! Chenyu Wu Reservoir Engineer Cole Stenseth Budget Analyst Creighton Brown Senior Outreach and Community Benefits Specialist Elise Ellis Principal Accountant Jaron Capps Data Visualization Specialist Hayden Yates Geospatial Solutions Specialist Kripa Thapa Geospatial Solutions… Continue reading EERC Welcomes New Employees

EERC building in the springtime. Pictured in left side of photo is tree branch with pink flowers
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Lignite Energy Council Recognizes Tom Erickson for Outstanding Contributions to Research and Development

The LEC awarded Tom Erickson, the EERCโ€™s COO and VP for Intellectual Property, with the 2024 Distinguished Service Award for Research and Development. This honor was presented at the Councilโ€™s annual meeting held on October 3 at the Bismarck Event Center, where industry leaders gathered to celebrate advancements and achievements in lignite energy.

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EERC’s Top 10 Moments of 2023

Explore a year of transformative milestones at the EERC, from pioneering research in carbon sequestration and pipeline safety to influential legislative changes securing $7.5 million biennial funding for innovative projects. Join the journey of the EERC's 40th anniversary celebration, visionary leadership speeches, global collaborations, and community outreach, showcasing a commitment to sustainable energy solutions and positive regional impact.