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Tours Bring Power Supply, Delivery to Members
Energy Trail Tours provide a first-hand experience to meet the people behind their power supply.
Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative
Jul 31, 20232 min read


Connect with Us at the Iowa State Fair
We look forward to connecting with our cooperative members at the Iowa State Fair Aug. 10-20
Smart Choices
Jul 13, 20231 min read


Back to School Safety: Tips for Driving and Walking in School Zones
It's important to be cautious while driving in school zones as large numbers of students are making their way to and from school.
Smart Choices
Jul 13, 20231 min read


Ask an Expert: Household Electricity Use
How much electricity does the average household use in a year? And are there ways to decrease electricity use?
Smart Choices
Jul 11, 20232 min read


Ask an Expert: Grill it Safe This Summer
Stay safe this summer with grilling safety tips from the U.S. Fire Administration.
Smart Choices
Jun 2, 20231 min read


Ask an Expert: Time-of-Day Savings
What are some simple ways to shift energy use to off-peak hours?
Smart Choices
May 4, 20231 min read


Electric Co-ops Will Never Gamble on the Reliability, Affordability of Your Power
Communities rely on electricity to power critical services and the local economy, and we don't take that responsibility lightly.
Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative
Apr 26, 20232 min read


Wired to Serve: NIPCO Hosts 2023 Annual Meeting
The April NIPCO Annual Meeting brought members co-ops and industry partners together to celebrate 2022 operations.
Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative
Apr 26, 20232 min read


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


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


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


Cybersecurity Awareness - Not Just a Month at NIPCO
NIPCO is committed year 'round to advancing cybersecurity defenses to keep our systems secure.
Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative
Nov 3, 20223 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


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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