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National Electrical Safety Month
Get safety tips for the workplace DIY projects, EVs and charging and your home’s electrical system.
Smart Choices
Apr 16, 20231 min read


Ask an Expert: Cooling with Fans
Do ceiling fans cool the room itself or the occupants? Ask the expert!
Smart Choices
Apr 4, 20231 min read


Landscaping for Energy Efficiency
A well-designed landscape will add beauty to your home and can help save on heating and cooling costs.
Smart Choices
Mar 22, 20231 min read


Save Money on a Heat Pump Installation
Federal tax credits and incentives from your electric co-op make heat pump installation more economical than ever before.
Smart Choices
Mar 16, 20231 min read


Ask an Expert: LEDs in Enclosed Fixtures
Can you use LED bulbs in enclosed light fixtures?
Smart Choices
Mar 16, 20231 min read


Director Wagner Takes Leadership Role
Director Tom Wagner is elected to the position of Chairman for Dakota Gasification Company.
Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative
Jan 26, 20231 min read


NIPCO Sets New System Peak
A new, all-time system peak was set on December 22, 2022, with a level that was 5% higher than the previous peak, set in February of 2021.
Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative
Jan 26, 20231 min read


New Year at NIPCO: New Faces; New Roles
NIPCO celebrates promotions, job role changes, and newcomers to the G&T cooperative in the new year.
Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative
Jan 26, 20232 min read


Relaunch of NIPCO, Member Websites
Western Iowa electric co-ops to launch the next generation of digital services to its members.
Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative
Jan 26, 20233 min read


6 Reasons to LOVE Your Co-op
Serving our members is a labor of love.
Smart Choices
Jan 10, 20232 min read


The Right Connection: Generator Safety Tips
Portable generators can provide back-up power in case of outages. Follow these tips to operate it safely.
Smart Choices
Jan 10, 20232 min read


Scott Timperley Calls it a Career
Timperley's 35-year career in Electronics Engineering Technology has been dedicated entirely in service to NIPCO.
Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative
Nov 3, 20223 min read


Deceptive Sales Pitches Have NIPCO Member Co-ops Seeing "Red"
Electric co-ops help to educate members to protect them against exaggerated, misleading, or false sales claims.
Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative
Nov 3, 20222 min read


Summer Reliability Outlook in Western Iowa
In response to a recent reliability assessment, NIPCO reassures members that their energy supply is secure.
Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative
Jul 28, 20223 min read


The Benefits of Air-Source Heat Pumps
With the rising cost of propane and fuel oil, installing an air-source heat pump may help control energy costs.
Smart Choices
May 16, 20224 min read


It's Time to Clean Your Smart Phone
Not only does your phone carry loads of germs that need to be wiped off, but it probably needs some tech refreshing, too.
Smart Choices
May 13, 20223 min read


Ice and Wind Can Lead to Galloping Lines
How the perfect winter conditions of ice and wind can cause power lines to move beyond their limit posing serious danger.
Smart Choices
Dec 16, 20211 min read


Steer Clear of Damaged or Downed Power Lines After a Storm
In high wind situations, there’s the potential for power outages due to branches, limbs and trees coming into contact with power lines.
Smart Choices
Dec 15, 20213 min read


2021 Grid Emergency: Powering Through; Lessons Learned
The February 2021 Grid Emergency impacted electric co-ops across the US. What we learned at NIPCO.
Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative
Apr 15, 20214 min read
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