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2009 AnnuAl RepoRt

bright  future

proven
leadership 

proven
leadership

tAble of Contents

 1  2009 Highlights 

 2  letter to our shareholders

 6   In the Markets 

 8   In the nation 

10  In the state 

12  In our Community 

14  Corporate leadership

16  shareholder Information

MGe eneRGy, InC. MGe energy is 
an investor-owned public utility holding 
company  headquartered  in  the  state 
capital of Madison, Wis. MGe energy is 
the parent company of Madison Gas and 
electric Co. the utility provides natural 
gas and electric service in south-central 
and  western  Wisconsin.  Assets  total  
$1.3  billion.  In  2009,  revenue  was 
approximately $534 million.  see the 
Corporate profile on inside back cover.

About tHe CoveR. MGe energy has a history of proven leadership that has 
earned national recognition in the utility industry and financial markets. our high 
national rankings reflect years of management focused on doing what’s best for 
our customers and shareholders.

our main subsidiary, Madison Gas and electric Co. (MGe), maintains one of the 
most dependable electric distribution systems in the nation. MGe consistently 
ranks in the top 10 u.s. utilities for electric reliability, which is just one example 
of how our proven leadership benefits our stakeholders.

2009  highlights

MGe eneRGy (MGee)
year at a Glance
(Thousands, except per-share amounts)

2009 

2008 

Increase/ 
(Decrease) 

%
Change

total Market value (Dec. 31) 
Market price per share (Dec. 31) 
book value per share 
Return on Average Common equity 
Average shares outstanding 
shares outstanding at year-end 
operating Revenues 
net Income 
basic and Diluted earnings per share 
Dividends Declared per share 
Dividend payout Ratio 
total Assets 
total electric sales (kWh) 
total Gas Deliveries (therms) 

$  826,094   
35.74   
$ 
21.72   
$ 
10.4 % 
23,070   
23,114   
$  533,819   
50,997   
$ 
2.21   
$ 
1.46   
$ 
66.1 % 
$ 1,281,885   
  3,210,132   
244,605   

33.00    $ 
21.54    $ 
11.8 % 
22,197   
22,905   

$  755,865    $  70,229  
2.74  
$ 
0.18  
$ 
(1.4 ) 
873  
209  
$  595,993    $  (62,174 ) 
(1,771 ) 
$ 
(0.17 ) 
$ 
0.03  
$ 
6.0  
$ 1,268,275    $  13,610  
  (170,760 ) 
  3,380,892   
209  
244,396   

52,768     $ 
2.38    $ 
1.43    $ 
60.1 % 

Assets 2005-2009
($ billions)

Dividends Paid 1909-2009
($ millions)

$468.86

$1.27

$1.28

$1.11

$.98

$.92

$182.82

$2.12

$7.50

$19.15

2005

2007

2008

2006

1990-
2009 
For detailed financial information, see the 2009 MGE Energy Form 10-K.

1909-
1929

1930-
1949

1950-
1969 

1970-
1989

2009

  9.3
  8.3
  0.8
  (11.9)
  3.9
  0.9
  (10.4)
  (3.4)
(7.1)
  2.1
  10.0
  1.1
  (5.1)
  0.1

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letter to our
shareholders

MGe energy has a long-standing tradition of leadership that 

puts your company at the forefront of the utility industry.

time and again we have been recognized as a leader—within the financial markets, 

within the nation, within our state and within the communities we serve. 

We have been the first to take bold new steps, whether building 

the first commercial wind farm in Wisconsin or commissioning 

the first mercury-free meter system in the country. 

We have been ranked at the top, whether maintaining 

our high bond rating or providing the most reliable 

electricity. And, we have been among the best, 

whether building our award-winning green 

power program or providing a safe 

investment for our shareholders. In 

2009, we were leaders yet again.

Gary J. Wolter, MGe energy Chairman,  
president and Chief executive officer

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ACCoMplIsHMents In 2009. We have a history of sound financial management. 

this year, Madison Gas and electric Co. (MGe), our main subsidiary, maintained the 

highest bond rating (AA-) of all the investor-owned, combination utilities in the nation 

from standard & poor’s (s&p).

Also, in 2009, MGe received the Green power program of the year Award from the 

Department of energy (Doe) and the environmental protection Agency for expanding 

our green energy program. Additionally, MGe’s electric service reliability was rated 

second highest in the nation in a utility industry survey. our utility consistently ranks 

among the top 10 u.s. utilities for reliability.

fInAnCIAl stRenGtH. MGe energy works to build long-term value and stability 

for investors—both with dividend increases and stock price performance. the last two 

years have tested our nation’s financial markets. through it all, MGe energy has remained 

a sound investment. our stock has avoided the market volatility experienced by many 

MGE
Top Credit Quality

S&P
Corporate Credit: AA-
Outlook: Stable

Dividends Paid Per Share
(rounded)

$1.46

other stocks. (see chart below.)

$0.53

In 2009, your company increased the dividend, which we have done annually for 34 years. 

We paid an annual cash dividend of $1.46 per share in 2009. In contrast, an s&p report 

showed 804 companies nationwide cut their dividend payments by $58 billion last year. 

the number of dividend cuts sets a record, according to s&p data.

1975

2009

MGe energy is built on a strong foundation of utility investments. In the last five years, 

we have grown assets from $828 million to $1.3 billion for a 57% increase. new generation 

assets were a major contributor to this growth. 

our prudent financial decisions and careful budget management have allowed us to 

weather the economic downturn. MGe energy produced earnings of $2.21 per share  

in 2009, down from $2.38 in 2008. earnings benefitted from favorable weather and 

one-time gains on local economic development investments in 2008.

2008-2009 Stock Price Performance
(% change month to month)

MGEE

Major Generation
Investments

2010
Oak Creek Power Plant
$180 Million

2008
Top of Iowa Wind Farm
$59 Million

2005
West Campus Cogeneration
$104 Million

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-50

12/31/07

12/31/09

MGEE

DJUA

DJIA

S&P 500

MGE Energy compared to Dow Jones Utilities, Dow Jones Industrials and the S&P 500.

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SOLID PERFORMANCEletter to our
shareholders

MovInG foRWARD on eneRGy. At MGe, we have an established history of leadership in energy supply. 

In 2009, we distinguished ourselves in reliability, new technologies and green power. 

our most recent generation investment is the newly expanded oak Creek power 

plant. MGe energy has an 8.33% ownership interest in this coal-fired plant 

operated by We energies. It uses advanced environmental control technologies 

to dramatically reduce air emissions compared to standard coal-fired plants. 

the first unit of the oak Creek power plant is now delivering energy to MGe. 

the  second  unit  is  scheduled  to  come  online  later  in  2010.  MGe  owns 

approximately 100 megawatts (MW) of this 1,230-MW facility. 

We also are adding new technology demonstration projects. In 2009, MGe 

began installing an interconnected network of charging stations for electric 

vehicles—the first network of its kind in the country. We also own plug-in hybrid 

Construction at the oak Creek 
power plant, located on lake 
Michigan,  began  in  June  of 
2005 and will wrap up later  
in 2010. 

electric vehicles, one with an automated monitoring device that monitors fuel efficiency, engine function 

and more. It communicates directly with the federal Idaho national laboratory as part of a larger, nationwide 

study. MGe invests in these types of pilot projects to learn firsthand about our energy future and then share 

that expertise with our customers. 

We also have positioned our company for more wind energy. In 2009, MGe 

energy took the initial steps required to develop additional wind farms. the 

company entered into agreements to purchase land development rights for two 

wind generation sites for up to 175 MW. the agreements give MGe energy the 

option for possible future construction at these sites. MGe energy currently 

owns two wind farms and purchases wind power from independent projects. our 

present wind capacity is 137 MW.

At the local level, MGe worked to ensure reliable energy for the future. In 2009, 

we took the lead in three major utility installations during the City of Madison’s 

reconstruction of university Avenue. We completed this project on time and on 

budget to strengthen the gas and electric reliability in Madison’s growing 

downtown area.

MGe’s most recent wind farm  
has 18 turbines and can produce 
enough energy to power about 
12,000 homes. 

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leADInG In ouR loCAl eConoMy. MGe continues to help grow a technology-

based economy in Madison through its support of business incubators, venture funds 

and local collaboration. 

Madison remains a leader in technology-based businesses. 

the Milken Institute listed Madison in the top 20 of 200 

cities for high-tech gross domestic product growth. the 

index pinpoints areas where jobs are being created and 

maintained.

Mirus bio, a successful biotech 
company, graduated from the 
MGe Innovation Center.

this index highlights the importance of 

technology transfer—university research 

that moves beyond the campus into commercial applications. A recent 

study of Madison start-ups shows more than 250 companies with direct 

ties to university of Wisconsin-Madison faculty and students. A 2009 

survey placed uW-Madison among the top universities for the global 

reach and influence of its scientific research. the university’s research 

was ranked in the top 20 of more than 4,000 universities worldwide.

boARD of DIReCtoRs. James l. possin was elected to the MGe 

energy board of Directors in november 2009. He is a certified public 

accountant. He was a partner at Grant thornton llp from 1990 to 

2007 and currently is a tax consultant with James l. possin CpA, 

llC. possin holds degrees in accounting and law from the university 

of Wisconsin-Madison.

pRoven leADeRsHIp. the renowned management expert peter 

Drucker once said, “Management is doing things right; leadership is 

MGe  serves  the  Madison  metro  area—the  seat  of  state 
government centered in a vibrant downtown. the Madison 
region has been better than any other large metro area in 
Wisconsin at sustaining jobs in a difficult economy, according 
to a 2009 Milken Institute study.

doing the right things.” At MGe energy, we strive to do both. We remain committed 

to long-term value for our shareholders and to our tradition of leadership in the markets, 

in the nation, in the state and in our communities. 

As we move ahead, I thank you for your confidence in MGe energy. 

Gary J. Wolter 

Chairman, president and Chief executive officer 

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proven
leadership
the markets

in 

MGe energy leads with top bond ratings, a strong dividend record 

and a reputation for consistently building shareholder value.

leADInG bonD RAtInG. our high bond ratings distinguish us in the credit 
markets. Madison Gas and electric Co. (MGe), our main subsidiary, has the 
highest bond rating of all investor-owned, combination utilities in the nation 
from standard & poor’s. the rating agency cites MGe’s “solid operational 
performance, a cost-conscious management team and focus on a straight-
forward electric and gas utility business model.”

MGe  has  maintained  out-
standing credit quality for more 
than 25 years.

top 100 Most tRustWoRtHy CoMpAnIes. MGe energy was ranked in 
the “100 Most trustworthy Companies” by Audit Integrity, an independent 
financial firm that evaluated publicly held companies for Forbes Magazine 
in 2009. 

from a survey of more than 8,000 companies traded on u.s. exchanges, the 
top 100 companies were chosen because they have consistently shown transparent 
and conservative accounting practices. they also demonstrated solid corporate 
governance and management. Forbes pointed out that these companies carry 
a much lower risk profile and are better positioned to handle economic downturns.

Joan stuessy checks the forbes 
Web  site.  she  oversees  the 
financial reporting operations 
for MGe energy.

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“ My investment in MGe energy gives me peace of mind. I started with my  
original investment about 30 years ago and have continued to invest ever  
since. the dividend reinvestment is my thing. I just let my investment grow 
over time.” Mary Ann saeman, MGe energy shareholder

Cumulative Dividends Paid
(millions)

$680 

1909

2009

DIvIDenD ACHIeveR. MGe energy has 
one of the leading dividend track records in 
the country. In 2009, MGe energy increased 
its dividend payment for the 34th year in a 
row. MGe energy is one of only six electric 
utilities to raise dividends annually for 30 
or more consecutive years. 

our dividend record puts MGe energy on 
Mergent’s list of Dividend Achievers. only 10% 
of dividend-paying common stocks are classified 
Dividend Achievers because they demonstrate 
the consistent ability to increase dividend 
payments  over  a  substantial 

period of time. We are committed to paying dividends, 
which we have done annually since 1909.

best  eneRGy  CoMpAnIes.  public 
utilities fortnightly ranked MGe energy 
among  the  40  best  electric  and  gas 
companies in the nation in 2009. this 
industry journal looked at long-term 
shareholder value on a sustainable 
basis. the ratings were based on profit 
margin, dividend yield, cash flow, 
return  on  equity  and  return  on 
assets from 2005 to 2008. the 
journal’s four-year study includes 
2008  when  stock  markets 
dramatically  declined.  MGe 
energy  is  pleased  to  be  listed 
among the best.

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proven
leadership
the nation 

We have received national recognition for our leadership in 

in 

serving our customers. our efforts put us out front with green 

energy, reliability and readiness for the future. 

GReen poWeR leADeRsHIp AWARD. MGe’s green power program was 
named the nation’s best by the Department of energy and the environmental 
protection Agency. We reached this significant milestone by listening to and 
working with our customers. 

the award recognized MGe for expanding its wind power program by eight 
times and growing the number of participants who purchase the equivalent of 
100% of their energy use in wind and solar power. About 70% of MGe’s Green 
power tomorrow customers participate at this exceptional level. since we revamped our green pricing 
program in 2008, the number of customers in the program has increased 160%. MGe recognizes its green 
energy customers who helped the company achieve this top national ranking.

“ our advertising agency purchases 100% green energy from MGe. they make 
buying green power easy. We practice advertising with a conscience, and 
sustainability is key to that mission. I am committed to using resources 
responsibly at work and at home, and encouraging our clients to do the same.” 
yvette Jones, creative director and owner of designCraft Advertising 

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pRepAReD foR eleCtRIC veHICles. MGe is installing 
a public network of electric vehicle-charging stations in its service 
area. the interconnected system is the first of its kind in the 
united states. Auto manufacturers are beginning to introduce 
plug-in electric vehicles—with an industry estimate that electric 
vehicles could make up about 35% of all new vehicles sold 
by 2020. MGe’s first charging stations will help us learn 

how customers are using this innovative technology. 

MGe sHInes In solAR RAnkInGs. MGe is 
ranked eighth out of 92 u.s. utilities for new solar 
power installations supplying the grid. MGe also is
ranked second in the central u.s. region for total 
solar watts per customer. the rankings are part of a 
survey released by the solar electric power Association. 
MGe has a program called Clean power partners, 
which helps grow the local solar market through 
a premium buyback rate. We have increased 
the capacity in this pilot program by nearly 
seven times due to customer demand. 

outstAnDInG  RelIAbIlIty.  MGe’s 
electric service reliability consistently ranks 
among the highest in the nation. MGe was 
rated  no.  2  in  dependability  in  the  most 
recent nationwide survey of investor-owned 
utilities. MGe customers experienced the 
second fewest number of outages and second 
lowest total outage times compared to other 
service areas across the country. We have 
ranked in the top ten utilities for electric service 
reliability from 2002 through 2008.

people with electric vehicles can 
use MGe’s charging stations 
under an MGe pilot project.

photovoltaic technology con-
tinues to improve—increasing 
our customers’ interest in solar 
installations.

troy shawback, an MGe line 
technician journeyman, works 
on a transformer. MGe puts a 
priority  on  maintaining  its 
electric distribution system. 

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proven
leadership
state 

in 
the

MGe leads Wisconsin with a series of 

‘firsts’—from  the  first  commercial  

wind farm to the first power plant 

certified  for  its  environmental 

management. We continue to build 

on our early leadership with new 

projects and initiatives.

“  It’s exciting to look back 10 years and 
realize  that  we  started  something 
important here on the farm where I grew 
up. MGe has been a company we can 
trust. from day one, they have listened 
to us and worked with us.”

Rock lefevre, who has four MGe  
wind turbines on his farmland

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fIRst CoMMeRCIAl WInD fARM. ten years ago, MGe took a big step when it constructed 
Wisconsin’s first commercial wind farm. the 17-turbine kewaunee County wind project was 
MGe’s initial foray into utility-scale wind production. though the 11-megawatt (MW) project 
is small in comparison to today’s wind farms, it was an important stepping-stone. MGe’s wind 
energy capacity is now 137 MW. We acknowledge the vital role played by the landowners who 
allowed MGe to lease part of their land to build the turbines. their commitment to wind power 
was significant to growing renewable energy in Wisconsin.

MGE Wind Capacity

137 MW

solAR foR tHe CApItol. throughout our communities, 
customers can visit and learn from MGe’s technology demonstration 
projects. the projects allow us to gather information and then 
educate customers about renewable energy technologies. our most 
recent installation is a set of solar panels on a wing of the Wisconsin 
Capitol. the Capitol’s 10-kilowatt system will eliminate 12 tons 
of carbon dioxide emissions annually. this demonstration project 
joins our 20 other solar installations. We have steadily grown our 
solar capacity over the last decade. 

11 MW

1999

2009

MGE Solar Capacity

418 kW

leADInG In Iso CeRtIfICAtIon. our blount Generating 
station is the first Iso 14001 certified power plant in Wisconsin. 
Is0 14001 certification is an internationally recognized standard 
for environmental management systems. this is a voluntary 
standard that establishes a permanent framework calling for 
annual goals and continuous environmental improvements. blount’s 
Iso 14001 certification began in 2004. 

0 kW

1999

2009

A step AHeAD In GAs RelIAbIlIty. MGe’s natural gas system has a long-standing record 
of providing affordability and reliability. In 1991, MGe became the first utility in Wisconsin to 
introduce competitive gas pricing by having two different natural gas pipelines serve our area. 
this dual service also provides additional reliability. We continually work to improve our gas 
system. In 2009, MGe’s gas construction crews completed a $3.1 million natural gas project—
bolstering reliability and adding more capacity to help us meet the growing needs of our customers 
in western Dane and Iowa counties. 

Workers install a set of solar 
panels on a wing of Wisconsin’s 
state Capitol. 

plans for blount call for using 
natural gas as the primary fuel 
in place of coal.

brad Gordon, an MGe pipe-
fitter, welds a steel gas main 
during a recent project.

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RENEWABLE ENERGYSOLAR ENERGYproven
leadership
community

in 
our

MGe has a history of innovative partnerships that advance our 

community’s economic and energy future. 

teCHnoloGy-bAseD eConoMy. MGe has developed partnerships that continue to support our economy 
today. We have taken original approaches to economic development. 

for example, we helped establish the MGe Innovation Center in the university Research park in 1989. over 
the years, this successful business incubator has expanded and has helped more than 70 high-tech or biotech 
firms grow. Many of these companies are spin-offs from research developed at the university of Wisconsin-
Madison. our investment has helped establish a strong technology-based economy in Madison.

leADInG lIbRARy pARtneRsHIps. In 1994, we launched a public 
library collaboration designed to meet the needs of our communities. MGe 
established the first comprehensive, energy-information library partnership 
in the country. It is a program other utilities—from Maryland to California—
have replicated. Working with libraries, MGe provides information, programs 
and portable energy meters customers can check out to measure the energy 
use of appliances. our library collaboration is the perfect juncture to meet 
the combined missions of educating customers and serving library patrons.

eileen vandoros (left), an MGe 
community program manager, 
meets  with  pamela  Westby, 
director  of  the  Middleton 
public library.

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“ MGe had the foresight to help establish the MGe Innovation 
Center. It’s a nationwide model and one of the first business 
incubators of its kind in the country. Without the Innovation 
Center, we would not have the quality of businesses in the 
university Research park. these businesses create high quality 
jobs that are significant to the local economy.” 

  Mark bugher, director of the university Research park 

MovInG foRWARD WItH enACt. In 2003, MGe 
organized local agencies to revamp an existing 
community  effort  and  develop  the 
environmental  stewardship  program 
called enAct, which forms teams of 
people  who  take  actions  for  more 
sustainable living. enAct, operated by 
the Madison environmental Group, 
involved more than 600 households in 
2009. since the program began, enAct 
estimates that members have offset 
6.8 million pounds of carbon dioxide, 
saved 1.8 million kilowatt-hours and 
drove 2.7 million less miles.

the enAct program often works 
with  neighborhood  groups. 
Maria  sadowski  (left),  who 
heads the program, meets with 
enAct members Melissa flores 
and Matt Wachter. 

GReen ResouRCes onlIne. MGe 
has  created  a  successful  trio  of  Web 
resources, which brings our customers together 
in  online  communities.  Green  view  is  our 
renewable energy video channel, which offers 
viewers timely information about an evolving 
energy  industry.  Co2gether.org  gives 
customers the tools they can use to reduce 
their  carbon  footprint  and  save  energy. 
Marketplace highlights more than 230 
businesses that purchase green energy 
from MGe. visit mge.com/greentools.

lakeview veterinary Clinic is 
one of the green power busi-
nesses  featured  on  MGe’s 
Marketplace Web site due to 
the commitment by vets pam 
Mache and tom bach.

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corporate leadership
directors of mge  energy and mge

londa J. dewey
president 

QtI Management services, Inc. 
A human resources and staffing company

Age 49

Director since 2008

f. curtis hastings
Chairman

J. H. findorff & son, Inc.

Commercial and industrial 
general contractors

Age 64

Director since 1999

regina m. millner
president

RMM enterprises Inc.

Attorney, analyst and broker

Age 65

Director since 1996

frederic e. mohs
partner

Mohs, MacDonald, Widder  
& paradise, Attorneys at law

Age 72

Director since 1975

James l. possin
Certified public accountant. tax  
consultant with James l. possin  
CpA, llC. former partner at  
Grant thornton llp 

Age 58

Director since 2009

thomas r. stolper
Cfo of tRAC Microbiology, Inc.,  
a food and consumer products  
testing, research, auditing and  
consulting corp.; and executive vp,  
pro Chemicals llC, a cleaning and  
sanitizing products manufacturer

Age 61

Director since 2008

h. lee swanson
Chairman of the board and  
president, sbCp bancorp, Inc.,  
and Chairman of the board,  
state bank of Cross plains

Age 71

Director since 1988

gary J. Wolter
Chairman, president and Chief  
executive officer

MGe energy, Inc., and 
Madison Gas and electric Co.

Age 55

Director since 2000

Note: Ages as of Dec. 31, 2009.
For detailed information on board members,  
see the MGE Energy Proxy Statement.

John r. nevin
executive Director, Grainger Center for 
supply Chain Management; Grainger 
Wisconsin Distinguished professor,  
school of business; and Chair,  
Marketing Department,  
university of Wisconsin-Madison

Age 66

Director since 1998

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corporate leadership
officers of mge  energy and mge

gary J. Wolter*
Chairman, president and  
Chief executive officer

Age 55

years of service, 25

Jeffrey c. newman*
vice president,  
Chief financial officer, 
secretary and treasurer

Age 47

years of service, 25

lynn k. hobbie
senior vice president

Age 51

years of service, 24

James g. bidlingmaier
vice president –  
Administration and  
Chief Information officer

Age 63

years of service, 37

kristine a. euclide
vice president and  
General Counsel

Age 57

years of service, 8

scott a. neitzel
vice president –  
energy supply

Age 49

years of service, 12

peter J. Waldron
vice president and  
operations officer

Age 52

years of service, 29

gregory a. bollom
Assistant vice president –  
energy planning

Age 49

years of service, 27

craig a. fenrick
Assistant vice president –  
electric transmission  
and Distribution

Age 50

years of service, 27

Joseph p. pellitteri
Assistant vice president –  
Human Resources

Age 61

years of service, 10

John m. yogerst
Assistant vice president –  
Gas operations

Age 52

years of service, 29

*  Officers of MGE Energy and MGE. All others are MGE officers.
Note: Ages and years of service as of Dec. 31, 2009.

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shareholder information

2010 AnnuAl sHAReHolDeR MeetInG
tuesday, May 18, 2010 
Marriott Madison West 
1313 John Q. Hammons Drive 
Greenway Center 
Middleton, Wis.

stoCk lIstInG
•  MGE Energy common stock trades on The Nasdaq Stock Market®
•  Stock symbol: MGEE
•  Listed in newspaper stock tables as MGE

sHAReHolDeR seRvICes. We welcome inquiries from 
shareholders. Please notify us promptly if:
•  A stock certificate is lost or stolen. 
•  A dividend check or statement is not received within 10 days  

of the scheduled payment date. 
•  Your name or address changes. 

MAteRIAls AvAIlAble. More financial information is 
available upon request or on the company’s Web site, including:
•  Form 10-K (filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission). 
•  Dividend Reinvestment and Direct Stock Purchase Plan.

DIvIDenD ReInvestMent AnD DIReCt stoCk 
puRCHAse plAn. MGe energy’s Dividend Reinvestment and 
Direct Stock Purchase Plan allows investors to:
• Buy common stock directly through the company.
• Reinvest dividends or receive cash payments.
• Deposit certificates for safekeeping.

Shareholder Services:  
(front row) siri Weston, 
lynne Harper, (back row) 
kari foster, ken frassetto  
and Jerilyn Geishirt.

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nAtIonAl AssoCIAtIon of InvestoRs CoRp.

MGe energy is a corporate sponsor of the nAIC and participates  
in a number of programs including the low Cost Investment plan, 
Investor’s Information Report (Green sheet), own your own 
Shares of America and regional investor fairs. Web address: 
betterinvesting.org

2010 expeCteD ReCoRD AnD DIvIDenD pAyMent DAtes

MGEE Common stock

Record Dates 
March 1   
June 1 
sept. 1 
Dec. 1  

payment Dates
March 15
June 15
sept. 15
Dec. 15 

ContACt MGe eneRGy sHAReHolDeR seRvICes 
investor@mgeenergy.com
E-mail: 
mgeenergy.com
Web Address: 
Madison Area: 
(608) 252-4744
Continental U.S.:  1-800-356-6423
Business Hours: 

Mailing Address: 

Location:   

 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Central Time) 
Monday through friday
  MGE Energy Shareholder Services 
post office box 1231 
Madison, WI 53701-1231
133 S. Blair St. 
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corporate profile

Wisconsin 

MGE Combustion Turbine

MGE Wind Farm

Elroy

Viroqua

Columbia Plant

Madison

Top of Iowa Wind Farm

Iowa

Prairie du Chien

Elm Road Plant

Des Moines

MGE Gas/Electric Service 
MGE Gas Service 

MGe eleCtRIC seRvICes
Generation and Distribution
Customers: 138,000
Population: 293,500
Area: 316 square miles

Communities served: Cross Plains, Fitchburg, 
Madison, Maple bluff, Mcfarland, Middleton, 
Monona and shorewood Hills

Generating facilities:  
blount station, West Campus Cogeneration 
facility, combustion turbines and solar units at 
Madison, Columbia energy Center at portage, 
natural gas combustion turbine at Marinette, 
MGe wind farm in kewaunee County, top of 
Iowa Wind farm in north-central Iowa and elm 
Road Generating station at oak Creek.

MGe nAtuRAl GAs seRvICes
purchase and Distribution 
Customers: 142,000
Population: 409,000
Area: 1,631 square miles
Counties served: Columbia, Crawford,  
Dane, Iowa, Juneau, Monroe and vernon

leARn MoRe At MGe.CoM

MGe eneRGy, InC.
MGe energy is the parent company of 
Madison Gas and electric Co. (MGe) and its 
divisions, which serve natural gas and  
electric customers in south-central and 
western Wisconsin.

MGe power owns assets in the West Campus 
Cogeneration facility in Madison, Wis.,  
and the elm Road Generating station at  
oak Creek, Wis.

MGe transco Investment owns interest in the 
American transmission Co. through its 
members, MGe and MGe energy.

MGe Construct provides construction services 
for building new generation facilities.

Central Wisconsin Development Corp. 
promotes business growth in MGe’s  
service area.

MAGAel holds title to properties acquired for 
future utility plant expansion.

leARn MoRe At MGeeneRGy.CoM

Madison Gas
and Electric Co.
Est. 1896 

MGE Transco
Investment LLC
Est. 2005

MGE 
Construct LLC
Est. 2002

Central Wisconsin
Development Corp.
Est. 1986

MAGAEL, LLC
Est. 1973

Viroqua 
Gas Division
Acq. 1992

Elroy 
Gas Division
Acq. 1993

MGE Power LLC
Est. 2002

Prairie du Chien
Gas Division
Acq. 2001

MGE Power
West Campus, LLC
Est. 2003

MGE Power 
Elm Road, LLC
Est. 2003

 
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