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Summer Reliability Outlook: What You Should Know
In May, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) released its 2025 Summer Reliability Assessment. What does this mean for western Iowa?
Smart Choices
Jun 31 min read
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Help Us Shine the Light on Community Volunteers in June
Nominate someone making a difference in your community for the Shine the Light contest by June 30, and they could win $3,000 for their local charity or nonprofit.
Smart Choices
Jun 32 min read
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Power Poles: No Posting Zone
Keep utility poles free from personal materials such as balloons, fliers, and metal objects to keep our utility workers safe.
Smart Choices
May 12 min read
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Electrical Safety Month: Keep Your Home Safe
May is National Electrical Safety Month. Follow these tips to keep your home and family safe this month and every month.
Smart Choices
May 12 min read
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7 Energy-Wasting Habits You Should Break
Do these everyday energy-wasting habits seem familiar? Save money by changing your routine.
Smart Choices
May 12 min read
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NIPCO Bids Farewell to Jeff Persinger After 17 Years of Service
NIPCO's Jeff Persinger retires after nearly two decades of dedicated service. Since joining the NIPCO family in 2008, Jeff has been instrumental in NIPCO's growth and technological advancement.
Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative
Apr 293 min read
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2025 Scholarship Recipients
NIPCO's annual scholarship program is proud to announce the recipients of its scholarship program for the 2025-2026 academic school year.
Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative
Apr 292 min read
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2025 Graduates
NIPCO employees celebrate the approaching college graduations of their children.
Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative
Apr 291 min read
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Forward Focus: NIPCO Looks to the Future During Strategic Planning Session
Class A Managers, executive staff, and Board of Directors for a comprehensive strategic planning session, facilitated by National Rural Utilities Cooperative Finance Corporation representatives.
Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative
Apr 291 min read
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Winter Storm Nyla Whips Western Iowa in March; Cooperative Spirit Restores Power, Hope
Winter Storm Nyla affected many structures in the NIPCO service territory. Learn more about how NIPCO and mutual aid assistance from fellow transmission cooperatives restored power and communications efforts during the almost 84-hour outage.
Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative
Apr 294 min read
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NIPCO Hosts 2025 Annual Meeting
Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative held its 2025 Annual Meeting on April 1 at Stoney Creek Hotel in Sioux City, Iowa. Members, directors, and staff gathered to reflect on the past year’s progress and discuss future plans focused on reliability, sustainability, and innovation in energy service. NIPCO has been "Working for Western Iowa" for over 75 years.
Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative
Apr 293 min read
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Energy-Efficient Trees?
Looking to lower your energy bill? Consider incorporating energy-efficient trees.
Smart Choices
Apr 243 min read
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April is Safe Digging Awareness Month
April is Safe Digging Awareness Month. Before you start any digging project, STOP and call 8-1-1 to request that utility lines be located.
Smart Choices
Apr 242 min read
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Lineworkers are Wired for Service
Lineworker Appreciation Day is April 14, a moment to reflect on the essential role lineworkers play in our daily lives.
Smart Choices
Apr 242 min read
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A Short History of Daylight Saving Time and a Quick Reminder
Why do we adjust our clocks twice a year...and how can this annual practice also serve as a safety reminder?
Smart Choices
Feb 263 min read
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Small Heaters Can Lead to Bigger Bills
Sometimes consumers turn to space heaters for additional warmth, which can boost winter heating bills. How to heat safely and efficiently.
Smart Choices
Feb 63 min read
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Statewide Perspective: Protecting Electric Service Territory is our Top 2025 Legislative Priority
Iowa Statewide Association's Ethan Hohenadel advocates for Iowa's rural electric cooperatives to preserve Iowa's electric service territory.
Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative
Jan 272 min read
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Powering Forward: How NIPCO is Adapting to Changing Energy Needs
Discover how NIPCO's cooperative energy solutions are evolving to meet changing energy needs. Learn about our innovative cooperative energy.
Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative
Jan 274 min read
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NIPCO Members Advocate for Reliability, Affordability During Winter Meetings
NIPCO's annual joint legislative meeting provides an outstanding opportunity to educate state and federal lawmakers on the co-op industry.
Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative
Jan 272 min read
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Save the Date: 2025 NIPCO Annual Meeting – Tuesday, April 1, 2025
Preliminary introduction to NIPCO's 2025 Annual Meeting set for Tuesday, April 1 at the Stoney Creek Hotel Rivers Bend Conference Center.
Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative
Jan 271 min read
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