Follow these tips to be safe, not sorry, when selecting a contractor to perform renovations or upgrades.

May is Electrical Safety Month! Learn how to respect electricity and the potential dangers that come with its distribution and use.

Owners of two-story homes face the same problem every summer: the upstairs is hotter than the first floor. Take comfort to the next level with these tips.

Iowa’s electric cooperatives encourage members to participate in the statewide Shine the Light contest in June to celebrate and recognize local volunteers.

Your household may be home to potential safety hazards that put you and your family at risk. Take steps to identify these hazards and keep your family safe.

Dads can be tough to buy for. While they probably don't need another tie, they might like lower energy bills. These practical energy-saving gift ideas are perfect for gadget-loving and DIY dads.

Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative (NIPCO) experienced a transmission‑level outage at 16:45 on May 4 after the NIPCO Control Center was immediately alerted to the event by NIPCO’s internal protection system of any outage on the L3 to Sioux City transmission line. This line includes several electric transmission substations that serve members of North West REC. In response, NIPCO’s electric system operated as designed, automatically opening the line.

Iowa REC representatives gather at the Iowa State Capitol for the 2026 "REC Day on the Hill" advocacy event on March 17 in Des Moines, Iowa.

NIPCO is proud to announce the recipients of our scholarship program for the 2025-2026 academic school year.

NIPCO employees celebrate the approaching high school and college graduations of their children.

Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative (NIPCO) is proud to introduce a refreshed corporate logo that reflects the cooperative’s continued commitment to delivering reliable, cost-effective power to rural Iowa while preparing for the future of energy generation and transmission.

NIPCO held its 2026 Annual Meeting on Tuesday, April 7, at Stoney Creek Hotel and Conference Center in Sioux City, Iowa. The event focused on the theme of “Weathering Change,” highlighting how the cooperative’s directors and staff have managed the evolving challenges brought by weather.

Energy-efficient home upgrades can lower your utility bills and improve comfort. Learn about how some home improvements may help reduce home insurance premiums as well.

In April, we take time to pause and recognize the brave men and women who make that possible every single day—our lineworkers.

Don’t be an April Fool…. use this month to prep wisely with some electrical safety tips to take along on your next camping trip.

The second Cooperative Principle is Democratic Member Control. Your vote. Your voice. Your power. That's the cooperative way.

A little know-how can go a long way toward greener habits and more green in your pocket. How lucky is that?

As the spring planting season arrives, both farmers and motorists are encouraged to plant seeds of safety by sharing rural roads responsibly, staying alert, and practicing patience to ensure a smooth and secure journey for all.

After nearly 17 years of dedicated service, NIPCO’s Senior SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) Technician, Don Jennings, is preparing to retire from NIPCO to pursue the passions that have guided his life both on and off the job.

In November 2025, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) released its 2025/2026 Winter Reliability Assessment. In that report, Southwest Power Pool (SPP)—our regional transmission operator (RTO)—projects to have sufficient generation capacity to meet expected demand under normal winter conditions.