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Join the Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative team and power your career. We are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and dynamic work environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. Explore our current job openings and learn more about our culture, benefits, and opportunities for growth and development. With a variety of roles and career paths, NIPCO is the perfect place to build a fulfilling and rewarding career in the energy industry. Careers Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative (NIPCO) is a generation and transmission power cooperative supplying wholesale electric power to 7 distribution cooperatives covering 6,500 square miles in western Iowa. These distribution cooperatives supply retail power to over 30,000 members/consumers. NIPCO serves these customers with over 900 miles of 69kV transmission line and 80 distribution substations. Incorporated in 1949 and headquartered in Le Mars, Iowa, NIPCO is a Touchstone Energy® electric cooperative and a member of Basin Electric Power Cooperative . Career Opportunities There are currently no open positions available at NIPCO. Please check back for future career opportunities. PLEASE NOTE: For questions related to job postings on third-party job search sites, please contact our Human Resources Administrator at hr@nipco.coop . Third-party job sites do not always reflect NIPCO's current hiring status. Vets Power Us By leveraging the collective power of America's Electric Cooperatives, we can show appreciation for our veteran employees while reinforcing our industry's commitment to hiring veterans and highlighting the range of exciting careers at a co-op. Learn More Top 10 Reasons to Consider a Co-op Career There are many ways to earn a paycheck, but some are more rewarding than others. Here are 10 reasons for you to consider joining the electric cooperative family, whether you’re interested in working in an office environment or on a line crew. Tech Focus The electricity industry is at the leading edge of a global energy revolution. Rapid advances in renewable generation, energy storage and smart grid technologies will change the way we use electricity. If you work at an electric cooperative, you can be part of this once-in-a-lifetime industry transformation. Culture Cooperatives hold themselves to the highest standards of professionalism and integrity, while still maintaining a close-knit, family-friendly working environment. Decisions are made locally, by managers who know employees by name – not halfway across the country in an anonymous corporate headquarters where profit is the primary motivator. The smaller size and local control of co-ops also gives them more flexibility to innovate and try new ideas to improve the service they provide. Clean Environment Electricity is one of our cleanest energy sources, and as technology improves, innovations such as electric cars, next-generation heating and cooling systems, home automation and other forms of environmentally beneficial electrification will reduce our reliance on less efficient forms of energy. Retirement Security Today, it might seem a long way off, but we all need to plan for retirement. Co-op employees deliver a valuable service to their communities, and they’re rewarded for that dedication with outstanding retirement benefits. Many co-ops offer both a 401(k) plan and a defined-benefit pension plan. National Reach America’s 900-plus electric cooperatives serve 47 states and almost 75 percent of our nation’s landmass. So, whether you want to stay in your hometown or explore another part of the country, odds are good that there will be an electric cooperative nearby. Stability There are no guarantees in life, but some bets are safer than others. Electronics play a critical and growing role in our daily lives, and as our reliance on technology increases so will our demand for electricity. As long as we need electricity, we’ll need workers to ensure that it’s safe, reliable, affordable and environmentally responsible. Principles. Not Profit When you work for an electric cooperative, you’re not helping the Wall Street elite get richer. You’re working to serve your friends, family and neighbors who collectively own the cooperative. And you can participate in the election of officers and the way the business is run. Global Movement As a member of the co-op family, you’re part of something much larger than yourself. The cooperative movement represents a human-centered, ethically driven way of doing business. More than 250 million people around the world earn their living working in cooperatives, and the cooperative economy generates approximately $2.5 trillion in global economic activity each year. Competitive Pay You won’t get rich working for your local electric co-op, but you’ll enjoy excellent pay and benefits that can help you and the people you love achieve the American dream. Stronger Community Safe, reliable and affordable energy is critical to the health and prosperity of a community. Electric cooperatives power our homes, schools, farms and businesses – and they keep rural America connected to the global economy. Article by Robert A. Dickelman, former editor of Living with Energy in Iowa Magazine . This article originally appeared in Living with Energy in Iowa Magazine . © 2017 Iowa Association of Electric Cooperatives.

Search the latest updates on outages and restoration efforts from the NIPCO service territory. March 2025 Winter Storm Outage Updates Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative (NIPCO) is responding to transmission line damage from the March 19 Blizzard. We will update this page as updates become available. Please reference this page for most up-to-date media releases. UPDATE: 3/22/25 - 9:10 PM NEWS RELEASE: For Immediate Release Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative | P.O. Box 240 | Le Mars, Iowa 51031 | Ph. (712) 546-4141 Date : March 22, 2025 - 9:10 PM Subject : March 22 UPDATE: NIPCO Completes Critical Power Restoration After 72+ Hour Outage LE MARS, IOWA - Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative (NIPCO) announces that as of 9:10 PM Saturday, March 22, its transmission system has been restored to functional operations following more than 72 hours of outages caused by severe and widespread infrastructure damage across multiple counties. NIPCO crews successfully brought seven transmission substations back online during the late afternoon and evening hours, restoring the critical power delivery network serving western Woodbury, Monona, and Harrison Counties. "This marks a significant milestone in our restoration efforts," said Matt Washburn, Executive Vice President & General Manager of NIPCO. "Our dedicated teams have worked tirelessly through extremely challenging conditions to rebuild and repair the damaged infrastructure and restore power to the transmission system that serves our member cooperatives and their member-consumers." The restoration comes after extensive work by 43 transmission lineworkers, including NIPCO personnel and crews from East River Electric Power Cooperative, Corn Belt Power Cooperative, and Watts Electric, who provided crucial mutual aid and contract assistance. Repair crews faced substantial challenges throughout the restoration process, including difficult terrain made worse by melting snow that created heavy mud and repeatedly immobilized essential equipment. "We want to express our sincere appreciation to our crews, mutual aid partners, and especially to our member cooperatives and their consumers for their extraordinary patience and understanding during this extended outage," Washburn added. "The cooperative spirit shown throughout this challenging period has been remarkable." While the transmission system is now operational, NIPCO notes that some localized distribution issues may still affect individual consumers. Residents experiencing continued outages should contact their local electric service utility for status updates specific to their location. NIPCO will continue monitoring the system closely in the coming days to ensure stable transmission operation. This will conclude NIPCO’s regular situational updates related to the restoration efforts following Winter Storm Nyla. # # # Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative (NIPCO) is a generation and transmission electric cooperative supplying wholesale electric power to 7 distribution cooperatives covering 6,500 square miles in western Iowa. These distribution cooperatives supply retail power to over 33,000 member-consumers. NIPCO serves these customers with over 950 miles of 69kV transmission lines and 82 distribution substations. Incorporated in 1949 and headquartered in Le Mars, Iowa, NIPCO is a Touchstone Energy® electric cooperative and a member of Basin Electric Power Cooperative. Download 3/22/25 - 9:10 PM Press Release PDF Previous NEWS RELEASE: 3/22/2025 - 11:00 AM Download 3/22/25 - 11 AM Press Release PDF Previous NEWS RELEASE: 3/21/2025 - 6:00 PM Download 3/21/25 - 6 PM Press Release PDF Previous NEWS RELEASE: 3/21/2025 - NOON Download 3/21/25 - NOON Press Release PDF Previous NEWS RELEASE: 3/20/2025 - 4:00 pm Download 3/20/25 - 4:00 p.m. Press Release PDF Previous NEWS RELEASE: 3/20/2025 - 8:30 am Download 3/20/25 - 8:30 am Press Release PDF Previous NEWS RELEASE: 3/19/2025 - 7 pm Download 3/19/25 - 7:00 pm Press Release PDF Previous NEWS RELEASE: 3/19/25 - 4:00 pm Download 3/19/25 - 4:00 pm Press Release PDF Previous NEWS RELEASE: 3/19/25 - 1:30 pm Download 3/19/25 - 1:30 pm Press Release PDF Questions? Contact: Angela Catton NIPCO Vice President of Communications & Development Office: 712-546-4141 Cell: 712-301-8545 Email: acatton@nipco.coop Iowa Outage Map When inclement weather arises, Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative is dedicated to maintaining safe, reliable, dependable, and affordable electric service to our members in Northwest Iowa. We provide real-time updates and information in cases of inclement weather and outages throughout the NIPCO transmission system. Always contact your local rural electric cooperative to report outages and visit the Iowa Outage Map for outages by county and REC. Iowa Outage Map

Vice President of Communications & Development Angela Catton Vice President of Communications & Development Angela Catton joined NIPCO in 2013 as the Manager of Member Relations & Development, bringing with her a 20+ year career journey that spans broadcast communications, marketing for a national consumer manufacturing company, and several years serving in the tourism and hospitality industry, including a stint with the Walt Disney World Company. Her background helps serve NIPCO’s seven member cooperatives in Western Iowa through a creative foundation built from her past roles, allowing her to spearhead strategic development for programs that engage, empower, and educate the member-consumers of rural electric cooperatives. Catton was named to Vice President of Communications & Development in 2024. Angela’s role at NIPCO includes providing strategic, member-focused communication initiatives and planning and facilitating engaging resources and programs like the Energy Trail Tours, advocacy events, annual meetings, and special events. She also assists members seeking support with energy efficiency promotion, program development, and economic and community development. She is also the primary contact for media inquiries and disseminating news and information related to NIPCO and its service territory. Contact Mail Email Phone 712-546-4141

WIMECADirector Else represents Western Iowa Municipal Electric Cooperatives (WIMECA) and has served on the NIPCO Board of Directors since April of 2022. WIMECA consists of the cities of Anthon, Aurelia, Hinton, Manning, Mapleton, and Onawa. Dr. James Else, D.V.M. Director Representative Director Else represents Western Iowa Municipal Electric Cooperatives (WIMECA) and has served on the NIPCO Board of Directors since April of 2022. WIMECA consists of the cities of Anthon, Aurelia, Hinton, Manning, Mapleton, and Onawa. Contact Mail Email Phone 712-546-4141

Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative is committed to providing timely and efficient outage restoration services to our members. Learn about our efforts to maintain a reliable distribution system and respond quickly to outages when they occur. Discover how our advanced technology and skilled technicians help us to restore power safely and efficiently, even in challenging conditions. Outages & Restoration Iowa Outage Map When inclement weather arises, Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative is dedicated to maintaining safe, reliable, dependable, and affordable electric service to our members in Northwest Iowa. We provide real-time updates and information in cases of inclement weather and outages throughout the NIPCO transmission system. Always contact your local rural electric cooperative to report outages and visit the Iowa Outage Map for outages by county and REC. Storm Safety & Outage Restoration When lightning, storms, heavy snow and ice cause downed power lines and outages, our crews work as quickly and safely as possible to restore power. 1. Stay Warm Plan to use a safe alternate heat source, such as a fireplace or wood-burning stove during power outage. Never leave heat sources unattended and remember that fuel- and wood-burning sources of heat should always be ventilated. 2. Stay Fed Several days of food and water supplies that do not need to be cooked should be on hand. Crackers, cereal, canned goods, and bread are among the best options. Five gallons of water per person should also be available in the event of an extended power outage. 3. Stay Safe When an outage occurs, it can mean that power lines are down. Its is best not to travel during winter storms, however, if you must, bring a survival kit along and do not travel alone. If you encounter downed lines, ALWAYS assume they are live. Stay as far away as possible and report the situation. For More Information Contact: Angela Catton NIPCO VP of Member Relations & Development Office: 712-546-4141 Cell: 712-301-8545 Email: acatton@nipco.coop

Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative's non-discriminatory statement ensures that all members and employees have equal access to the cooperative's programs and services regardless of their race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, or any other protected status. Statement of Nondiscrimination In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity, in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA (not all bases apply to all programs). Remedies and complaint filing deadlines vary by program or incident. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible Agency or USDA's TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English. To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, AD-3027, found online at How to File a Program Discrimination Complaint and at any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3) email: program.intake@usda.gov . USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.

NIPCO's 5 to Stay Alive campaign features tips for fire personnel and general public to raise awareness of proper and safe practices should one encounter a fire in an electrical substation. NIPCO's 5 to Stay Alive Fire Safety Campaign First responders are the first in line and their safety is on the line. In November of 2021, Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative launched the "NIPCO's 5 to Stay Alive" electrical fire safety campaign geared toward emergency first responders, especially those in western Iowa. The safety campaign was created to educate western Iowa police, fire, and emergency management services (EMS) personnel on NIPCO's five safety protocols to follow when responding to incidents on or near NIPCO power lines. To protect the public, members of police, fire, and EMS departments should not jeopardize their own safety, which can happen quickly when electric substations and transmission lines are involved. This page provides EMS departments with a means to access additional support materials including additional magnets, posters, wallet cards, and social media assets. These materials are available, free of charge. Please complete the order form below and submit. A follow-up confirmation will be sent within 48-hours of receipt. If you do not receive a response, please email Angela Catton or call 712-546-4141. Download Social Media Creative Files Order NIPCO's 5 to Stay Alive Campaign Resources Please complete and submit the form below. We will send your organization the following educational and informative resources: 11x17" poster, magnets, and laminated wallet cards. All items are available free of charge and will be sent to your office as directed in the form. Please allow up 7-10 days for delivery of items. First Name Last Name Organization/Affiliation Street Address Street Address Line 2 City Region/State/Province Postal / Zip code Email Code Phone Requested Materials: Magnets 11 x 17" Cardstock Poster 2 x 3.5" Laminated Wallet Cards Quantity Register Thanks for requesting your campaign resources!

Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative is committed to powering rural Iowa by providing reliable and affordable electricity to our member-owners. Learn about our efforts to serve the unique needs of rural communities, including investments in renewable energy and smart grid technology. Discover our commitment to economic development and community involvement, and how we're working to build a brighter future for rural Iowa. Join us in our mission to power the lives and livelihoods of those we serve. NIPCO Powers Rural Iowa Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative was formed in 1949 by thirteen original incorporators with one common goal: to improve life in rural northwest Iowa. By connecting farms and communities through a complex grid of electric power lines, member-owners were suddenly thrust into a mindset that they were all working together to ensure growth and prosperity in this region for the benefit of future generations. Sixty-five years and 30,000 member-owners later, NIPCO continues to deliver improved quality of life to northwest Iowa through six distribution cooperatives and one municipal electric cooperative, providing services that connect its members well beyond the original vision of those formative years. While NIPCO’s primary responsibility is to provide safe, reliable, affordable, and environmentally responsible wholesale electric power to its Class A Members, connectivity across the region isn’t limited to poles and wires. Connectivity is through advocacy on issues of safety, regulatory issues, the Clean Power Plan and engaging with presidential candidates by asking them their energy plans for the future. Connectivity is through programs that support energy efficiency and economic development to promote sustainable load growth. Connectivity is through a dedicated and skilled workforce to serve its members. Connectivity is through demonstrated community leadership, compassion and a strong, local presence. The electric industry is evolving. Renewable technology is advancing. The very essence of the traditional business model is being challenged on every front. The next generation of rural electric member-owners will expect its power provider to engage with them in a way that not only honors the cooperative principles to support safe, reliable, and affordable service, but connects with them to build a legacy of innovation, community involvement, and environmentally sustainable service for their children and grandchildren. Connectivity is also achieved by putting members first in operational decisions made from a new generation of NIPCO leadership which is dedicated to a long-range strategy that includes innovation, accountability, integrity, and commitment to the communities we serve. It is this connectivity that will enable NIPCO and its members to build a future that is more powerful than we can possibly imagine. Generating Electricity NIPCO's role is to secure a reliable power supply for our members. Where do we get it? Learn More Electricity Distribution With the flip of a switch, power must be delivered from the power plant to the member-consumer. See how NIPCO delivers electricity. Learn More Southwest Power Pool NIPCO's role is to secure a reliable power supply for our members. Where do we get it? Learn More Basin Electric Power Cooperative With the flip of a switch, power must be delivered from the power plant to the member-consumer. See how NIPCO delivers electricity. Learn More

The executive team at Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative is composed of experienced professionals who work collaboratively to ensure that NIPCO remains financially stable, environmentally responsible, and dedicated to our members and the communities we serve. With a focus on innovation and continuous improvement, the executive team is dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our members, while also positioning our cooperative for long-term success. Executive Team The executive team at Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative is composed of experienced professionals who are committed to providing reliable and affordable electricity to our member-owners. The team includes individuals with diverse backgrounds and expertise, who bring their unique perspectives to our cooperative. They work collaboratively to ensure that NIPCO remains financially stable, environmentally responsible, and dedicated to our members and the communities we serve. With a focus on innovation and continuous improvement, the executive team is dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our members, while also positioning our cooperative for long-term success. Matt Washburn Executive Vice President & General Manager View More Jane Scheitler Chief Financial Officer View More Angela Catton Vice President of Communications & Development View More Jayme Huber Vice President of Engineering & Operations View More Steve Spieler Chief Information Officer View More

Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative is committed to providing safe and reliable power distribution to our member-owners. Learn about our investments in smart grid technology, which help us to detect and respond to outages quickly and efficiently. Discover how we maintain our distribution system to ensure the safety of our members and the reliability of their power supply. Join us in our mission to power the communities we serve, one member at a time. Power Distribution Delivering safe, reliable, affordable, and environmentally responsible power supply and related services for over 70 years Imagine what your job would be like if you couldn’t store your product – not even for a short period of time until a truck could come to pick it up. If you are a farmer or a manufacturer, imagine if the grain you grow or the milk your cows produce, or the widgets you build had to instantly go from harvest or production to immediate consumption. Lastly, imagine that the demand for your product never stops and varies wildly throughout the day, but you always had to produce the exact right amount with no shortages or overages. That’s what electric cooperatives do every day to keep the lights on. To meet this challenge, power companies, like NIPCO, rely on a complex and interconnected electric grid to deliver power to homes and businesses across America the instant that it’s needed. The tricky thing about electricity is that it must be used, or moved to where it can be used, the second it’s produced; it generally can’t be stored like water or gas. What’s more, electricity moves at the speed of light along the path of least resistance. There are two parts to power supply: generation, or contracting for the bulk supplies of electricity, and transmission of that electrical power at wholesale prices to the local co-ops for distribution. The spinning of a generator produces electricity; most generators are driven by steam, using a variety of fuel sources: water, coal, natural gas, nuclear, wind, solar, and biomass are just some of these fuel sources. Generated power is transmitted across a vast grid of high-voltage lines, to and through, substations, stepping the power down along the way to prepare it for member use. Think of substations as "off-ramps" on the highway of electric delivery. Generation and transmission (G&T) cooperatives (there are 7 G&Ts operating in Iowa) produce and/or purchase power from a variety of sources and sell wholesale electricity and transmission services to Iowa’s local distribution cooperatives. These G&T cooperatives are owned by the distribution cooperatives they serve. NIPCO is a G&T. If you live in western Iowa, your local rural electric distribution cooperative (REC) is, likely, a member of NIPCO. NIPCO delivers electricity to its 7 member rural and municipal electric cooperatives via 921 miles of 69kV (69,000 volts) line, 2 source substations, 78 distribution substations, and 18 switch stations throughout a 6,500 square mile service territory in western Iowa. An electric cooperative operates a distribution system, purchases wholesale power (from a G&T) and delivers it to member-owners (consumers). Your REC delivers electricity to homes, schools, farms, small businesses, industries and other locations within the boundaries of its service territory. All of the state’s electric co-ops also offer a wide variety of energy-efficiency programs to their member-consumers, so they can use electricity as wisely as possible. Iowa’s electric co-ops believe that energy and environmental policies must balance the needs of individuals, the environment and the communities they serve. Because it isn't just delivering a safe, reliable, and affordable power supply to our member-owners. It's about delivering power that is environmentally responsible, too. How Dependable Electricity Reaches You Most of us take reliable electric power for granted. This illustration shows how the electricity reaches you. View More How Power is Restored Restoring the power after a severe storm involves much more than just flipping a switch at a substation or pulling a fallen tree off a downed power line. Highly trained workers from local electric cooperatives, crews from neighboring states and specialists from the Iowa Association of Electric Cooperatives work together around the clock to restore service. View More Iowa Outage Map Get "real-time" information on electric outages impacting your area. View Map

Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative is committed to promoting energy efficiency and helping our members save energy and money. Learn about our energy efficiency programs, which include rebates for energy-efficient appliances and lighting, as well as energy audits and weatherization assistance. Discover how we partner with local and national organizations to promote energy efficiency practices and reduce energy waste. Energy Efficiency NIPCO Energy Efficiency Programs Offered Through Our Member Cooperatives NIPCO's mission as an electric generation and transmission cooperative is to provide wholesale energy supply, telecommunications, and related services for the benefit of our seven member cooperatives and the communities of western Iowa in a safe, reliable, affordable, and environmentally responsible manner. In doing so, NIPCO provides rebates and incentive programs that are offered to over 31,000 member-owners living in western Iowa through our distribution cooperatives. These programs promote the efficient use of energy, encourage member-owned distributed generation through policies that ensure equitable exchange of energy, load control, and the opportunity to invest in renewable energy development. Collectively, Iowa’s electric cooperatives invested almost $76.7 million over the past five years, contributing to over 3.7 billion kilowatt-hours (kWh) of energy savings over the life of the measures installed (as of December 31, 2016). This savings represents enough electricity to power more than 347,000 homes for a full year! NIPCO member cooperatives offer rebates on the following (Check with your cooperative to learn about all energy efficiency programs they offer): Residential Rebates • Ground Source Heat Pumps • Air-to-Air Heat Pumps • Ductless Mini-Split Heat Pumps • Controlled Water Heaters • Building Insulation • Level 2 Electric Vehicle Chargers Commercial, Industrial & Agricultural Rebates • Ground Source Heat Pumps • Air-to-Air Heat Pumps • Ductless Mini-Split Heat Pump • Controlled Water Heaters • Controlled Non-Residential Water Heaters • Building Insulation • Load Control Programs • Level 2 Electric Vehicle Chargers Sign Up for Smart Choices Monthly eNewsletter! Sign up to receive "Smart Choices", a monthly residential energy efficiency newsletter that is delivered straight to your Inbox from your cooperative. It offers tips, tricks, and energy trends and technology information that can help you save green by being green. First Name Last Name Email Subscribe Thanks for subscribing!

Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative generates power using a diverse mix of energy sources, including coal, natural gas, wind, and hydro. Learn about our investments in renewable energy, including our wind farms and solar installations. Discover how we balance the need for affordable and reliable electricity with our commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship. Join us in our mission to provide dependable, sustainable, and affordable power to our member-owners. Power Generation In the energy industry, Generation & Transmission Cooperatives (G&Ts) secure long-term, all-requirements contracts with their power providers in order to maintain an affordable and reliable power supply for their members. This helps to keep rates stable over a long period of time as well as guarantees a source of electric generation which meets the growing electric needs of its members. More than 83 percent of NIPCO’s operational costs are attributed to purchased power from those power suppliers. Where NIPCO Gets Its Power Originally, the Missouri River dams supplied all power requirements for NIPCO's members. In the 1960s, load growth studies indicated the NIPCO members soon would outgrow their hydropower allotment. A new power source was needed. Cooperative leaders from eight states worked together to form Basin Electric Power Cooperative , which is headquartered in Bismarck, ND. Basin Electric built generating plants using sophisticated equipment to protect air quality. Basin Electric now supplies power to 138 rural electric systems in 9 states which, in turn, serve 2.9 million consumers. Basin Electric's power plants have received national recognition for efficiency, low-cost production, and environmental stewardship. Today, Missouri River hydropower supplies 25 percent of the energy needs for western Iowa's electric cooperatives. NIPCO purchases over 20% of its electric generation from Western Area Power Administration (WAPA) , headquartered in Watertown, SD, which manages the energy generation. Basin Electric Investments Basin Electric Power Cooperative has a long-standing commitment to the environment, the communities we serve, and the cooperative business model. Our membership deserves the reliable, affordable, and responsible electricity we provide that supports community resiliency and economic opportunity across rural America. Read More: Basin Electric Sustainability Report GROWING LOAD WHILE LOWERING EMISSIONS $2 BILLION invested in 2021 by Basin Electric and its subsidiaries in emissions control technology and more than $175 million was spent to operate and maintain those controls. LEADERS IN DECARBONIZATION $391 MILLION has been spent to operate and maintain carbon capture equipment of those systems since inception of Dakota Gas' carbon capture project. INVESTMENT TO MAINTAIN RELIABILITY $170 MILLION invested by Basin Electric and its subsidiaries throughout 2021 in capital expenditures and in-kind services on carbon capture equipment and research & development. POWERED BY WATER $2.9 MILLION MWh of energy, almost 10% of members' demand and energy needs, throughout any given year from the Western Area Power Administration's Hydroelectric facilities.

Chief Financial Officer Jane Scheitler Chief Financial Officer Jane Scheitler's career with NIPCO began in 2014 as the Accounting Service Manager/Controller for the cooperative. In January of 2016, she was named to the position of Chief Financial Officer. Scheitler is a Certified Public Accountant with over 20 years of experience in managing financial services for individual and corporate clients and specialized in governmental and non-profit financial audits. Jane's primary responsibilities as CFO are to oversee the organization's accounting, budgeting, and financing operations. Scheitler is also responsible for preparing and publishing the update of the Annual Transmission Revenue Requirement for our role as a TO (Transmission Owner) in Southwest Power Pool. Contact Mail Email Phone 712-546-4141

Electric Vehicle How do electric vehicles provide clean, high-performance driving? Peek under the hood and find out! Do you know how electric vehicles work? At first glance, electric vehicles may appear like conventional vehicles, but if you look closer, you’ll see a lot of differences. There is no fuel tank, oil pump or spark plugs. Also, EVs are powered by an electric motor instead of an internal combustion engine. Finally, EVs contain a lot of parts you won’t see on a conventional vehicle – such as a battery pack, charge port and inverter. Here’s how electric vehicles work: The charge port connects the vehicle to an external power source to charge the battery pack. The rectifier converts alternating-current (AC) voltage from the grid to direct-current (DC) voltage for charging the battery pack. The battery pack stores enough energy to travel a minimum of 100 miles per charge. The inverter takes DC voltage from the battery pack and converts it back to AC power for use in the motor. The motor uses electricity from the battery pack to create mechanical power to drive the vehicle’s wheels. Regenerative braking generates electricity while the vehicle is coming to a stop. This electricity is stored in the battery pack. EVs offer many advantages compared to conventional vehicles – lower fuel cost, less maintenance and quieter operation. Plus, EVs produce no tailpipe emissions. It’s no wonder EVs continue to gain traction! Ask us about rebates available for the installation of electric vehicle chargers for your home or business! Other Frequently Asked Questions and Answers Q. What is the life of the Ford Mustang Mach-E’s battery? A. The Ford Mustang Mach-E’s warranty guarantees the batteries to 100,000 miles. While battery manufacturers are “coy” about battery life, as battery storage technology improves, batteries have the potential to last between 300,000 – 500,000 miles before its lithium-ion battery cells will require replacement. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, you can theoretically get 20 – 30 years of service out of the batteries. Batty life depends on several factors, including how a battery is changed, maintained, and utilized. Q. What kind of battery does the Ford Mustang Mach-E have? A. The Mach-E uses lithium-ion batteries - a power dense, high voltage technology that works well for storing a lot of energy. Although the lithium-ion batteries in an EV are much stronger and more durable than those in your phone or laptop, they will still start to lose power and capacity with age and use. Q. How many batteries does the Ford Mustang Mach-E have? A. The Extended Range battery contains 376 battery cells. There is another small battery that powers the dashboard and other operational devices. Q. Where are Ford’s lithium-ion batteries produced? A. Ford is building twin lithium-ion battery plants in central Kentucky through a joint venture with a South Korea-based company called Blue Oval City. as well as a massive 3,600-acre campus in west Tennessee (announced in 2021). Ford is collaborating with Redwood Materials, a leading battery materials company, to make electric vehicles more sustainable and affordable for Americans by localizing the supply chain network, creating recycling options for scrap and end-of-life vehicles, and ramping up lithium-ion recycling. Ford believes battery recycling is essential for the success of an electrified future and has the potential to offer significant economic benefits as well as help solve for end-of-life battery recycling.

Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative is proud to be a member of Touchstone Energy, a national alliance of cooperatives committed to providing reliable and affordable electricity to their communities. Discover how we leverage the resources and expertise of this network to deliver exceptional service to our members. Learn about our shared values of integrity, accountability, innovation, and commitment to community. Join us in our mission to power the lives and livelihoods of those we serve. Touchstone Energy® We are a Touchstone Energy® Cooperative. Think of your not-for-profit Touchstone Energy cooperative as your very own local energy advisor. NIPCO is a Touchstone Energy® Cooperative Focused on Your Street... Not Wall Street. If you are served by a rural electric cooperative in western Iowa, your cooperative is, likely, a member of NIPCO. The best part about being a member of your electric cooperative is just that … it’s yourenergy cooperative. You have a say in how your co-op is run because membership also equals ownership. Being locally owned, operated and democratically run means you can trust NIPCO and your electric cooperative to focus on your needs, local priorities and decisions that are best for your community. Electric cooperatives are organized around a strong commitment to make a difference and provide excellent service to our members. That’s why NIPCO and the Touchstone Energy® Cooperatives of Western Iowa invest time, money and expertise to build our local economy. Unlike large investor-owned utilities, we are rooted right here in western Iowa. We live here. We work here. We raise our families here. We strive to improve members’ quality of life by taking leadership roles in community development projects, educating youth, and generously donating time, energy, and resources to schools, nonprofits and community events. Over the years, we have answered the call to provide additional benefits and services because it is extremely important to us that our community thrives and prospers. This is why NIPCO and our members offer energy efficiency programs, safety education for cooperative members and the youth in the community, options to incorporate renewable energy into your home and lifestyle, and a host of other opportunities that support Touchstone Energy's four foundations of value: Integrity, Accountability, Innovation, and Commitment to Community. See how your co-op lives the Touchstone Energy promise to be... YOUR SOURCE OF POWER. AND INFORMATION. Contact Us NIPCO is an electric generation and transmission cooperative serving ten counties in Western Iowa. We welcome any questions or comments. Feel free to call our office at 712-546-4141 or send us an email. Email us

Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative is committed to promoting renewable energy and reducing our collective impact on the environment. Our renewable energy initiatives, which include wind, solar, and hydropower through partnership with local and national organizations to support renewable energy development and promote sustainable practices. Our mission is to power the future with renewable energy, with a commitment to ensure a sustainable future for generations to come. Renewable Energy NIPCO Policies Support Renewable Energy NIPCO supports renewable energy as a valuable resource that contributes to a balanced energy portfolio and recognizes its growing presence in our service territory. NIPCO's Class A member distribution cooperatives have developed and incorporated their own, individual set of policies regarding the safe and sustainable interconnection and net-metering of consumer-owned distributed generation on their lines. Those policies are developed with the unique needs of their own member-owners in mind to ensure that renewable energies, such as wind and solar, will benefit all members of rural cooperatives, living in western Iowa, for years to come. To learn more about your cooperative's policies regarding consumer-owned distributed generation, please visit their website or contact one of their Customer Service Representatives. NIPCO Member Cooperatives Thinking of Installing Solar? Cooperative member-owners who have an interest in investing in solar energy for their home or small business have a new resource to aid in making an informed decision. The Iowa Energy Center has published the Home Series: Solar PV Energy Guide in collaboration with the Iowa Association of Electric Cooperatives, Alliant Energy, the Iowa Association of Municipal Utilities, and MidAmerican Energy with information from the Office of Consumer Advocate and the Iowa Utilities Board. The guide is organized into the following important sections – Getting Started (Doing Your Homework), Conducting a Site Assessment, Designing the Solar PV Array, Calculating the System ROI, and Constructing the Solar PV. In addition, a helpful glossary is included in the publication. Whether you are exploring a turnkey system, a do-it-yourself approach, or a combination of both, the information is presented in a series of steps and important considerations in order to arrive at the best decision for your situation. Throughout the publication, it’s stressed that member-owners who are interested in a solar investment should talk to their co-op at the beginning of the process. This is critical in order to understand cooperative rate structures, compensation for excess generation, interconnection requirements, and other vital facets of consumer-owned generation. When making a decision about a solar energy system, member-owners are reminded that you also should consider including your trusted advisors such as accountants, attorneys, and tax professionals, in your research to provide additional expertise in the decision-making process. Download Home Series: Solar PV Energy Guide

Harrison County RECBrenda has served on the Harrison County REC Board of Directors since 2019 and is currently the Board Secretary. She earned her Credentialed Cooperative Director Certificate in March 2020 and her Board Leadership Certificate in March 2023. Brenda, her husband, Jason, and their two sons live in rural Logan, Iowa. Brenda and Jason are owner/operators of Lundergard Farms Trucking since 2010 and farm around 450 acres. Brenda currently helps with the youth group at her church UMC Logan and has volunteered with blood drives, Logan Boy Scouts, and is a volunteer coach for the Lego League. She loves watching her boys play sports and perform in show choir when she isn't working. She also enjoys camping, boating, fishing, and gardening. Brenda Lundergard Director Representative Brenda has served on the Harrison County REC Board of Directors since 2019 and is currently the Board Secretary. She earned her Credentialed Cooperative Director Certificate in March 2020 and her Board Leadership Certificate in March 2023. Brenda, her husband, Jason, and their two sons live in rural Logan, Iowa. Brenda and Jason are owner/operators of Lundergard Farms Trucking since 2010 and farm around 450 acres. Brenda currently helps with the youth group at her church UMC Logan and has volunteered with blood drives, Logan Boy Scouts, and is a volunteer coach for the Lego League. She loves watching her boys play sports and perform in show choir when she isn't working. She also enjoys camping, boating, fishing, and gardening. Contact Mail Email Phone 712-546-4141

Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative is committed to supporting the economic development of the communities we serve. Learn about our community development programs, which include economic development grants, scholarships, and youth programs. Discover how we partner with local organizations and businesses to support the growth and vitality of the communities we serve. Join us in our mission to power the lives and livelihoods of those we serve, with a commitment to community development. Community & Development NIPCO's commitment to providing outreach programs enables us to personally connect with the communities we serve. NIPCO demonstrates the 7th cooperative principle, Concern for Community, with annual donations of time, talents, and financial resources to several worthy non-profit programs, organizations, and charities that make a difference in Western Iowa. TELECOMMUNICATIONS NIPCO connects communities throughout Western Iowa with telecommunications to improve system reliability. We recognize the value in establishing a robust fiber optic system and does work with national, regional, and local businesses to leverage this asset for the betterment of the rural Western Iowa community by offering dark fiber. View More ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT NIPCO offers a variety of programs to our member cooperatives within our ten-county service area in Western Iowa. These programs support economic and community development projects in order to increase and diversify sales, create and retain jobs, and to increase the tax base in the NIPCO system. View More SAFETY & EDUCATION Safety, education, and training are key components to providing safe, reliable, competitive, and environmentally responsible power to our members. NIPCO is dedicated to educating the public, students, members, political leaders, and staff about safety, technology, and the benefits of the cooperative business model. View More

Chief Information Officer Steve Spieler Chief Information Officer Steve Spieler joined the NIPCO team in 2017 as the Chief Information Officer. He has over twenty-five years of Information Technology (IT) and cybersecurity experience. Spieler is responsible for the safety and security of NIPCO’s networks, devices, and data. He has been instrumental in maintaining NIPCO's innovative approach to tapping the latest technology resources to secure NIPCO's employee and member electric cooperative digital connectivity. Spieler also oversees the network and computer infrastructure within the IT, Telecom and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) teams, which manage the headquarters' network, the disaster recovery network, the SCADA network, and other secure networks at NIPCO. Spieler also leads a team that serves the NIPCO member cooperatives with proven expertise in the area of information technology and cybersecurity. Contact Mail Email Phone 712-546-4141

As a member-owned cooperative, Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative is committed to serving the best interests of our members. Learn how our democratic structure gives our members a voice in the governance and direction of our organization. Discover the benefits of membership, including access to affordable and reliable electricity, as well as opportunities for community involvement and engagement. Join us in our mission to power the communities we serve, one member at a time. We are Member Owned NIPCO is Owned by 7 Member Cooperatives in Western Iowa Members of Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative include six rural electric distribution cooperatives and one municipal electric cooperative known as WIMECA (Western Iowa Municipal Electric Cooperative Association). Electric cooperatives are private, not-for-profit businesses owned and governed by their consumer-members. Any revenues over and above the actual cost of delivering power are returned to the members in the form of patronage dividends on a pro-rated basis of business done with the cooperative. NIPCO Class A Members NIPCO members are comprised of 6 rural electric distribution cooperatives and one municipal cooperative association in western Iowa. Rural electric distribution cooperatives (or REC's) include: Harrison County REC (Harrison County), Iowa Lakes Electric Cooperative (Cherokee County), Nishnabotna Valley REC (Audubon, Cass, Crawford, Harrison, Pottawattamie, and Shelby Counties), North West REC (Ida, O'Brien, Sioux, and Plymouth Counties), Western Iowa Power Cooperative (Crawford and Monona Counties), and Woodbury County REC (Woodbury). NIPCO's municipal electric cooperative member, known as WIMECA (Western Iowa Municipal Electric Cooperative Association), consists of 6 municipals. These six "munis" are the cities of Anthon, Aurelia, Hinton, Manning, Mapleton, and Onawa. 1495 Humbolt Ave, Moville, IA, USA 1-800-469-3125 Woodbury County Rural Electric Cooperative This cooperative operates out of Moville, Iowa, and serves nearly 3,200 member-owners living in the Iowa county of Woodbury. View More 809 Iowa 39, Denison, IA, USA 1-800-253-5189 Western Iowa Power Cooperative This co-op serves approximately 3,500 members living in nine Iowa counties in west central Iowa. WIPCO has two offices located in Denison and Onawa. View More Western Iowa Municipal Electric Cooperative Association Serving over 4,600 meters in western Iowa, WIMECA is comprised of the cities of Anthon, Aurelia, Hinton, Manning, Mapleton, and Onawa. View More 1505 Albany Place Southeast, Orange City, IA, USA 1-800-766-2099 North West Rural Electric Cooperative With four office facilities located in Ida Grove, Le Mars, Orange City, and Primghar, North West REC serves over 7,100 consumer-members living in the northwest Iowa counties of Sioux, O’Brien, Plymouth, and Ida. View More 1317 Chatburn Avenue, Harlan, IA, USA 1-712-755-2166 Nishnabotna Valley Rural Electric Cooperative This co-op serves 2,600 member-owners in southwest Iowa and has an office located in Harlan. View More 702 South 1st Street, Estherville, IA, USA 1-800-225-4532 Iowa Lakes Electric Cooperative Headquartered in Estherville, Iowa, they serve approximately 12,400 members in the northwest Iowa counties of Buena Vista, Cherokee, Clay, Dickinson, Emmet, Kossuth, Palo Alto, and Pocahontas. View More 105 Enterprise Drive, Woodbine, IA, USA 1-800-822-5591 Harrison County Rural Electric Cooperative Operating in Woodbine, Iowa, they serve over 2,300 member- owners in and around the southwest Iowa county of Harrison. View More

Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative is a different kind of energy provider, committed to the cooperative principles of democratic control, member participation, and community development. Discover how our focus on serving our members and community sets us apart from other energy providers. Learn about our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and community involvement, and how these values are reflected in everything we do. Join us in building a brighter energy future for Northwest Iowa. The Cooperative Difference These poles stand for something. They bring us reliable, affordable electricity. They also carry a vision that began back before the 2nd world war. These poles rose above the dust of the Great Depression, through blood, sweat, and tears. Cooperatives brought light to darkness, and electrified this country. Power would no longer be confined to the big city limits. Lines stretched out to farms, ranches and schoolhouses. Appliances came to life. Factories sprouted up. America spread her wings. But these poles didn’t just appear out of thin air. These poles are pillars that were founded on principle by people with principles. Neighbors banded together, and communities came together to share ownership of the electricity that would advance everyone. Today, these poles belong to our members. They serve with a history. And they serve with a responsibility. It’s up to all of us, as rural electric cooperatives and our member-owners, to take care of what we have and use only what we need. It’s the cooperative way. It also happens to be the right thing to do. By using electricity wisely, we can continue to build on a dream that started decades ago. And we can ensure that the spirit on which it was built continues for generations to come. Safe, reliable, affordable, and environmentally responsible electricity, for all. And that's a powerful thing. IOWA'S ELECTRIC CO-OPS Iowa's Electric co-ops maintain enough power lines to wrap around the equator We serve 80% of Iowa's land mass Iowa electric cooperatives serve 4 METERS per mile of line on average Electric co-ops power the lives of 650,000 IOWANS throughout all 99 counties 2.5 TIMES Power to the People Owned by the members they serve, Iowa’s not-for-profit electric cooperatives power the lives of 650,000 Iowans throughout all 99 counties and are committed to delivering power that is safe, reliable, affordable and environmentally responsible. Serving primarily rural areas of the state, Iowa’s co-ops own and maintain enough power lines to wrap around the equator two and a half times! Electric cooperatives aren’t like other types of utilities; we’re locally owned by the members we serve and governed by an elected board of directors who are member-owners of the cooperative. Owned by the members they serve, Iowa’s not-for-profit electric cooperatives power the lives of 650,000 Iowans throughout all 99 counties and are committed to delivering power that is safe, reliable, affordable and environmentally responsible. Serving primarily rural areas of the state, Iowa’s co-ops own and maintain enough power lines to wrap around the equator two and a half times! Electric cooperatives aren’t like other types of utilities; we’re locally owned by the members we serve and governed by an elected board of directors who are member-owners of the cooperative. Enduring Affordability Iowa’s not-for-profit electric cooperatives aren’t in business to make profits for out-of-state shareholders; locally owned and governed, we exist to improve the quality of life for our member-owners. Electric co-op households pay $5/day on average for safe, reliable electricity. That’s cheaper than most coffee drinks! We help our member-owners use energy wisely through energy efficiency programs, rebates and incentives so they can spend their hard-earned money on other things. We work hard to control local costs to keep rates and fees as low as possible. We invest in technology and innovation to improve service, reliability, and efficiency. Doing More with Less Electric co-ops serve primarily rural areas with sparse populations, meaning we literally cover more ground than other types of utilities. While investor-owned electric utilities in Iowa serve 27 meters and generate $72,600 of revenue per mile of line on average, electric co-ops serve 4 meters and generate $10,700 of revenue per mile of line on average. Iowa municipalities average 54 meters per mile and generate $129,000 of revenue per mile of line. These realities mean that Iowa’s electric cooperatives must maintain more infrastructure with less revenue per mile compared to other electric utilities in the state. To accomplish this task, co-ops structure rates and fees to recover costs and partner with other cooperatives and organizations to create efficiencies of scale for supplies, insurance, financing, technology solutions and more. Reliability During the past five years, Iowa’s electric co-ops have kept the lights on 99.97% of the time, despite blizzards, ice storms, tornadoes or other extreme weather events. The average Iowa co-op member-owner experiences one outage per year lasting 112 minutes. Reliability is our daily priority, and maintaining a reliable electric distribution system requires hundreds of hours of careful planning, maintenance, inspections and system upgrades. Iowa's electric co-ops proactively test poles for possible deterioration and also adhere to vegetation management plans to minimize damage to infrastructure. We constantly prepare for variables outside of our control that could cause outages. If an electric co-op does experience extended outages, they work with neighboring co-ops for aid and assistance in order to restore power as quickly and as safely as possible. Environmental Stewardship Iowa’s electric cooperatives are committed to sustainability through energy efficiency efforts and investments in renewable energy. We like to think the greenest kilowatt-hour is the one you never use, which is why we’ve been promoting energy efficiency for decades. During the past 10 years, Iowa’s electric co-ops have invested more than $120 million in energy efficiency measures, saving at least 6 billion kilowatt-hours. That’s enough kilowatt-hours to power more than 600,000 homes for a full year! As more co-op member-owners consider investing in their own on-site solar generation, we’re committed to helping them make informed decisions based on their energy needs and goals. In Iowa, more than 850 co-op member-owners have interconnected their wind and solar generation to the grid. Empowering Rural Communities Iowa’s electric cooperatives are committed to growing economic development in the rural areas we serve, which improves quality of life through local jobs and added tax revenues. Through our collaboration with Iowa Area Development Group, we’ve helped create and retain more than 50,000 jobs in the past 30 years. IADG has assisted 2,000 companies in investing more than $10 billion in new locations and expansion through rural economic development projects. We also support economic development through partnerships with USDA Rural Development and USDA’s Rural Utilities Service (RUS). USDA’s Rural Economic Development Loan and Grant programs provide funding to rural projects through local utility organizations, which often includes not-for-profit electric co-ops. RUS’s Electric Program provides capital and leadership to maintain, expand, upgrade and modernize America’s vast rural electric infrastructure. We invest in the next generation through our involvement with the national Youth Tour program, where we send deserving student leaders to Washington, D.C., every summer to learn more about their nation and electric cooperatives. Iowa’s electric cooperatives also support local students through college scholarships. 7 Cooperative Principles Committed to powering lives and empowering communities, electric co-ops have been guided by seven core principles since the beginning: Read More

Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative is a wholesale generation and transmission cooperative that serves ten counties in western Iowa. Located in Le Mars, Iowa, NIPCO's mission is to provide safe, reliable, and affordable wholesale power to its member distribution cooperatives. CONNECTED Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative (NIPCO) is a generation and transmission electric cooperative supplying wholesale electric power to 7 distribution cooperatives covering 6,500 square miles in western Iowa. These distribution cooperatives supply retail power to over 30,000 members/consumers. NIPCO serves these customers with over 950 miles of 69kV transmission line and 85 distribution substations. Incorporated in 1949 and headquartered in Le Mars, Iowa, NIPCO is a Touchstone Energy® electric cooperative and a member of Basin Electric Power Cooperative. Learn More POWER GENERATION NIPCO purchases 80% of its power supply from Basin Electric Power Cooperative (Bismark, ND), and 20% from Western Area Power Administration (Watertown, SD). Our electric power is generated through energy resources such as wind, water, coal, and natural gas. More Info POWER DISTRIBUTION With a 99.99% reliability factor, NIPCO's #1 goal is to provide safe, reliable, affordable, and environmentally responsible power to our member rural electric distribution cooperatives. More Info ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT It takes more than electricity to power a community. It takes a strong local economy, too! NIPCO works with our member rural electric cooperatives to promote western Iowa as the place to live, work, and cultivate business. More Info Resources We Are Member Owned NIPCO provides wholesale electric and transmission services to 7 member rural electric distribution cooperatives in western Iowa. Learn more about our members Read More The Cooperative Difference Neighbors banded together, and communities came together to share ownership of the electricity that would advance everyone. Read More Careers Join the staff of Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative and electrify your career potential. Read More ABOUT US Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative (NIPCO) provides wholesale energy supply, communications, and related services for the benefit of the member cooperatives and the communities of western Iowa in a safe, reliable, competitive, and environmentally responsible manner. Learn More Cooperative News Weathering Change: 2026 NIPCO Annual Meeting – Tuesday, April 7, 2026 Mark your calendars for Tuesday, April 7, 2026, as NIPCO hosts its annual meeting at the Stoney Creek Hotel Rivers Bend Conference Center in Sioux City, Iowa. As we embark on our 77th year, this event is more than a tradition—it’s a chance to connect, reflect, and look ahead together as we “Weather Change” in our industry. Jan 28 Register for the February Momentum is Building Conference The Momentum is Building Conference offers contractors opportunities to earn CEUs and network with fellow trades professionals and industry experts. Jan 22 Iowa Co-ops Announce Details for 2026 Momentum is Building Conference Registration is now open for the 2026 Momentum is Building Conference, offering opportunities for contractors to earn CEUS and to network with fellow trades pros and industry experts. Dec 2, 2025 Contact CONTACT First Name Last Name Email Subject Message Submit Thanks for submitting!

NIPCO's Privacy Policy outlines how the cooperative collects, uses, and safeguards personal information on its website. The policy details how data is handled, including third-party services, cookies, and analytics. The privacy policy also explains how to access, update, and delete personal information. NIPCO Online Privacy Policy Policy – Internet Web Privacy This policy describes the fair information practices that govern the collection, maintenance, use, and disclosure of information on websites owned and operated by the Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative (NIPCO). All references to NIPCO in this privacy policy include NIPCO as well as NIPCO-owned or controlled subsidiaries, including but not limited to NIPCO International Foundation. Unless there is a separate privacy policy governing, this policy governs all webpages and websites owned and operated by NIPCO. Note that certain content and features of some of our websites are restricted to members-only. Unless otherwise provided, all information provided on the NIPCO websites are made available subject to this Privacy Policy. By accessing this site or any other NIPCO website, you agree, without limitation or qualification, to be bound by this Privacy Policy. Information Collected and Stored Automatically NIPCO automatically collects and stores anonymous information about site visitors to enable us to make the NIPCO website more useful and improve the overall quality of the visitor’s online experience. Anonymous information refers to data that cannot be tied back to a specific individual. NIPCO may collect the following anonymous information from you every time you access the NIPCO website: Internet domain from which you access our website (e.g. aol.com, yourschool.edu, yourcompany.com) IP address. An IP address is automatically assigned to your computer or mobile device when you surf the web. In some cases, these addresses may be individually or regionally identifiable. However, even when an IP address is identifiable, it usually takes additional effort to link a particular IP address to a specific individual. For many users, an IP address cannot be linked to a specific individual. Type of browser and operating system used to access our website Date and time of access Pages visited Address of the website (if any) from which you linked to NIPCO Web logs may also be automatically created and used to identify visitors who seek to damage the website, use the website in unauthorized ways, or interfere with operations. Information about users who try to engage in any unapproved activities may be shared with law enforcement agencies. NIPCO does not collect any personal information about a routine visitor unless the visitor provides information to NIPCO. Personal Information Collection and Use You do not have to provide any personally identifiable information to visit this website; however, if you use the NIPCO website to send NIPCO an e-mail, subscribe to a newsletter or e-mail alert, ask for information, or if you provide personally identifiable information through NIPCO’s website in any other way, NIPCO collects and may maintain the information that you provide. Personally identifiable information refers to data that tells us specifically who you are (e.g. your name, address, social security number, credit card number, e-mail, electric service characteristics, dispute with NIPCO member, etc.). In the situations described above, your personally identifiable information may be shared among NIPCO staff, NIPCO members, and support services as we deem necessary. Once information reaches the correct office, it will be used in the same manner as comparable information collected in other ways. In no event will NIPCO sell, rent or lease your personally identifiable information to any third parties. Linking to other sites From time to time, the NIPCO website may provide links to other websites, not owned or controlled by NIPCO, that we think might be useful or of interest to you. We cannot, however, be responsible for the privacy practices used by other website owners or the content or accuracy of those other websites. Links to various non-NIPCO websites do not constitute or imply endorsement of NIPCO of these websites, any products or services described on these sites, or of any other material contained in them. Security and Data Quality NIPCO maintains its website and its information with technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect against loss, unauthorized access, destruction, misuse, modification, and improper disclosure. NIPCO is committed to maintaining accurate, timely, relevant, and appropriate information about our users. No computer or mobile operating system can ever be fully protected against every possible hazard. NIPCO provides reasonable and appropriate security to protect against foreseeable hazards. NIPCO requires that employees who have access to personally identifiable information from the website acknowledge in writing that they have read this privacy policy and that they are expected to follow it. Any employee who fails to comply with these rules may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including dismissal. Please note that your e-mail, like most, if not all, non-encrypted Internet e-mail communications, may be accessed and viewed by other Internet users, without your knowledge or permission, while in transit to us. For that reason, to protect your privacy, please do not use e-mail to communicate information to us that you consider confidential. 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Recruiting Services Web users can search and apply online for employment opportunities with NIPCO and its member cooperatives. If you complete a job application online, provide a resume, or disclose other personal information for a recruitment activity, the NIPCO Human Resources Department will use your information in the same manner as if you applied by regular mail or in person. The information will only be used for recruiting and employment purposes. It is possible that information about you or about your application will be shared externally to verify the information, to obtain references, or for other employment-related purposes. When appropriate, application information will be shared with a member cooperative that advertised a vacancy. Each member cooperative has independent policies and practices for the use and disclosure of employment applications. Subscriptions You may voluntarily sign up to receive various NIPCO newsletters, updates or alerts, and other such communications, directly or indirectly, from NIPCO staff. By electing to receive any NIPCO communication, you understand that your information will be retained by NIPCO and may be added to our contact database. Based upon your election, NIPCO may contact you directly concerning other publications or events that may be useful to you. Note that as a recipient of any NIPCO-generated communications, you may unsubscribe from future messages via a link at the bottom of each email message or by calling 712-546-4141 to be removed from our contact list. NIPCO does not sell, rent, or otherwise share lists of subscribers to NIPCO publications, online newsstand services, or list servers. Chat NIPCO may sponsor chat services for member cooperatives and their employees. Information shared through a chat service may be read by subscribers to the service and may be used or re-disclosed by them. NIPCO cannot control or limit the use or disclosure of any personal information shared through a chat service. Changes to this policy NIPCO may change this statement from time to time; when updates are made, the privacy policy version date (located at the bottom of this policy) will also be updated to reflect that a revision occurred. We encourage you to periodically reread this policy to see if there have been any changes that may affect you. This statement is not intended to and does not create any contractual or other legal rights in or on behalf of any party. Children and Privacy NIPCO is committed to protecting the privacy needs of children and encourages parents and guardians to take an active role in their children’s online activities. NIPCO’s websites do not target and are not intended to attract children under the age of 13. NIPCO does not knowingly solicit personal information from children under the age of 13 nor send them requests for personal information. Questions, Access, and Disputes If you have any questions about this privacy policy, you may send an e-mail to privacyofficer@nipco.coop or send regular mail to: Privacy Officer, Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative, P. O. Box 240, Le Mars, Iowa 51031. If you want to see or correct any information that NIPCO has collected about you online, you can make a request to acatton@nipco.coop or send regular mail to: Angela Catton, Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative, P. O. Box 240, Le Mars, Iowa 51031.

At Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative, we are guided by the seven cooperative principles, including democratic control, member participation, and concern for community. Discover how these values shape our approach to providing reliable & affordable electricity to our members. Learn how our commitment to these principles drives our focus on sustainability, innovation, & community involvement. Join us in building a better future for Northwest Iowa, one that is powered by the cooperative difference. Cooperative Principles "A people that values its privileges above its principles soon loses both." -Dwight D. Eisenhower The 7 Principles That Guide Cooperatives All cooperative businesses around the world operate in accordance with the following 7 cooperative principles. Voluntary & Open Membership Cooperatives are voluntary organizations, open to all persons able to use their services and willing to accept the responsibilities of membership, without gender, social, racial, political, or religious discrimination. Democratic Member Control Cooperatives are democratic organizations controlled by their members, who actively participate in setting policies and making decisions. The elected representatives are accountable to the membership. In primary cooperatives, members have equal voting rights (one member, one vote) and cooperatives at other levels are organized in a democratic manner. Member Economic Participation Members contribute equitably to, and democratically control, the capital of their cooperative. At least part of that capital is usually the common property of the cooperative. Members usually receive limited compensation, if any, on capital subscribed as a condition of membership. Members allocate surpluses for any or all of the following purposes: developing the cooperative, possibly by setting up reserves, part of which at least would be indivisible; benefitting members in proportion to their transactions with the cooperative; and supporting other activities approved by the membership. Autonomy & Independence Cooperatives are autonomous, self-help organizations controlled by their members. If they enter into agreements with other organizations, including governments, or raise capital from external sources, they do so on terms that ensure democratic control by their members and maintain their cooperative autonomy. Education, Training, and Information Cooperatives provide education and training for their members, elected representatives, managers, and employees so they can contribute effectively to the development of their cooperatives. They inform the general public, particularly young people and opinion leaders, about the nature and benefits of cooperation. Cooperation Among Cooperatives Cooperatives serve their members most effectively and strengthen the cooperative movement by working together through local, national, regional, and international structures. Concern for Community While focusing on member needs, cooperatives work for the sustainable development of their communities through policies accepted by their members.

Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative is seeking a skilled individual to join our team as a SCADA Technician. This position plays a vital role in ensuring the efficient operation and maintenance of our supervisory control and SCADA communications equipment throughout the system. SCADA Technician Join Our Team as a SCADA Technician at Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative! Are you experienced in the operational aspects of the electric utility industry? Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative is seeking a skilled individual to join our team as a SCADA Technician. This position plays a vital role in ensuring the efficient operation and maintenance of our supervisory control and SCADA communications equipment throughout the system. Role overview: The SCADA Technician installs, configures, maintains, and supports the cooperative’s Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems and related field automation. This role ensures real‑time visibility and remote control of assets (substations, reclosers, regulators, capacitor banks) to improve safety, reliability, and outage restoration. The technician works closely with dispatch, engineering, and IT to keep data flowing securely and equipment operating as intended. Key Responsibilities: Install, replace, repair, monitor, and troubleshoot SCADA system devices, including servers, workstations, Front End Processors (FEP), device servers, modems, and SCADA databases. Maintain and service RTUs at distribution substations, transmission substations, switch locations, and other facilities, including related optical converters. Operate test equipment to diagnose and resolve issues with electronic equipment. Use computers for testing and programming various electronic devices. Support SCADA operations, including database maintenance, troubleshooting, test environment management, and SCADA screen building. Work with various communication methods (Ethernet, serial, voice, etc.) and protocols (IP, IP-SEC, DNP, 8979, ICCP, Modbus, etc.). Design, troubleshoot, and program HMI displays. Ensure the reliable installation, repair, and troubleshooting of SCADA and RTU systems, including associated hardware, software, and network protocols. Utilize test equipment and electronics programming skills to support HMI design and database maintenance in power system environments. Qualifications: High school diploma required Four years of prior electronic experience. Experience in network LAN/WAN operations and security implementation and operation. A degree in electronics/telecommunications is preferred. Understanding of electric utility operations and equipment Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Why Join Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative? At NIPCO, we value our employees and offer a supportive work environment where you can develop your skills. We provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and future. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k plan with employer matching, employer funded pension, life insurance, and paid time off. Apply now to join our team at Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative. Please send an application and resume to: HR@NIPCO.coop NIPCO is an equal opportunity employer PLEASE NOTE: For questions related to job postings on third-party job search sites, please contact our Human Resources Administrator at hr@nipco.coop .Third-party job sites do not always reflect NIPCO's current hiring status. Download Application

Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative is committed to promoting economic development and growth in the communities we serve. Learn about our economic development programs, which include grants, loans, and other resources to support local businesses and industries. We partner with local organizations and government entities to promote economic development and create new job opportunities in rural Iowa. Economic Development At Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative (NIPCO) we know it takes financial resources to make a positive impact. NIPCO's commitment to community is just one foundation of service that we provide to the communities we serve. Through collaborative relationships between NIPCO, our distribution cooperatives and local economic development partners, we can make a difference by building the local economy through economic and community development programs. NIPCO offers a variety of programs to our member cooperatives within our ten-county service area in Northwest Iowa. These programs support economic and community development projects in order to increase and diversify sales, create and retain jobs, and to increase the tax base in the NIPCO system. For more information, please work with your local electric cooperative to learn about all of the programs available to your communities. Resources Search Available Buildings and Sites Iowa Area Development Group's member systems have been instrumental in partnering with Iowa communities to establish over 7,200 acres of prime industrial ground and have made significant investments in their communities, building over 2.2 million square feet of speculative industrial space. Our inventory consists of buildings in Iowa from 10,000 square feet to more than 150,000 square feet in every size community. NIPCO Economic Development Programs At NIPCO, we know it takes financial resources to make a positive impact. NIPCO's commitment to community is just one foundation of service that we provide to the communities we serve. Through collaborative relationships between NIPCO, our distribution cooperatives and local economic and community development partners, we can make a difference by building the local economy, create & retain jobs, and increase value within the NIPCO system. Iowa Area Development Group (IADG) IADG is committed to providing consultation and assistance to help businesses and communities achieve their project development goals. Our team of economic development professionals is knowledgeable, supportive and accessible. We provide a wide range of services including available site and building identification, financial incentive packaging, marketing, community resource assessment and other tools vital to development success. NIPCO Economic Development Programs NIPCO Revolving Loan Fund Program Loans available from $10,000 - $100,000 for up to five years for eligible economic or community development projects. No payments are due and no interest accrues during the first year of the loan term. The loan is amortized over the remaining years of the loan term with level debt service payments due, monthly. Interest rate is, then, set at NIPCO's Line of Credit Borrowing rate plus 1%, adjusted quarterly. Application is made to the electric cooperative/NIPCO on an application form made available from the electric cooperative/NIPCO. NIPCO USDA Rural Economic Development Loan and Grant Program (REDLG) NIPCO is eligible to apply to the USDA under these programs for loans to assist in local economic or community development projects. Application submitted in conjunction with the Class A Member and NIPCO. NIPCO will sponsor no more than $1 million of pass-through loans per Class A Member An irrevocable letter of credit will be received as collateral on pass-through loans unless the project is a non-profit project, in which a city, county, or utility guarantee may be accepted. NIPCO will charge a 1% administrative fee on all pass-through loans as a one-time charge, once the pass-through loan has been approved and funds have been paid to the ultimate recipient. NIPCO Speculative Building/ Site Development Program Provides an opportunity for NIPCO's Class A Members to develop speculative (“spec”) building/industrial park sites by making no interest loans available for a maximum loan amount up to $100,000 for five years. NIPCO Class A Members are encouraged to develop partnerships with local communities in the development of “spec” buildings/sites. NIPCO Intermediary Relending Program (IRP) NIPCO is currently accepting applications from businesses for use of the funds associated with the USDA IRP Fund. There are no restrictions regarding service territory. The maximum loans under this program are $150,000. Prior loans from the IRP Fund have been five years in term and carry an interest rate at or near the prime rate. These federal funds can be lent to businesses in the following counties: Ida, Monona, Crawford, Audubon, Shelby and Harrison. For more information on economic development programs offered by NIPCO and its members, please reach out to your local rural electric cooperative office or contact: Angela L. Catton Vice President of Communications & Development Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative 31002 County Road C38 Le Mars, IA 51031 712-546-4141 All Economic Development Program applications made to Class A Members/NIPCO are subject to approval by the NIPCO Board of Directors. 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Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative is committed to advocating for our members' interests in the legislative and regulatory arenas. Discover our efforts to influence energy policy at the local, state, and federal levels, as well as our engagement with regulatory agencies. Learn about our partnerships with other cooperatives, trade associations, and advocacy groups to advance the cooperative principles of democratic control, member participation, and community development. Legislative & Regulatory NIPCO dedicates itself to partnering with regional, statewide, and national generation & transmission cooperatives, distribution cooperatives, utilities, and industry partners to create a powerful network that advocates on issues that ensure the safe, reliable, affordable, and environmentally responsible delivery of electric power. News & Resources FIND YOUR LEGISLATOR

Contact Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative for all your questions. Our dedicated team is available to answer your questions and provide technical support. From billing inquiries to outage reporting, we are here to help. Visit our contact page to find the best way to get in touch with us, whether it be by phone, email, or through our online portal. Let us help you power your life, while delivering exceptional customer service every step of the way. Contact Us Knowledge can be a powerful thing. Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative (NIPCO) is a wholesale electric generation and transmission cooperative that serves seven member electric cooperatives in western Iowa. To learn more about NIPCO or to ask a question, we invite you to reach out. Phone 712-546-4141 Social Media First Name Last Name Email Phone Message Send Thanks for submitting! Visit Us Address 31002 C38 P.O. Box 240 Le Mars, Iowa 51031 Office Hours Mon - Fri 7:00 am – 4:00 pm

Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative is a member of the Southwest Power Pool (SPP), a regional transmission organization that manages the electric grid and wholesale power markets across 14 states. Learn about our participation in the SPP market, which allows us to access a diverse range of energy resources and ensure the reliability of our power supply. Discover how our membership in the SPP benefits our member-owners by providing them with access to affordable and reliable electricity. Southwest Power Pool SPP is a regional transmission organization (RTO): a nonprofit corporation mandated by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to ensure reliable supplies of power, adequate transmission infrastructure and competitive wholesale electricity prices on behalf of its members. Learn More About SPP NIPCO and Its Role in a Regional Transmission Organization (RTO) In October of 2015, NIPCO joined Southwest Power Pool (SPP) a Regional Transmission Organization (RTO), as a Transmission Owner (TO). Entry into an RTO ensures reliable supplies of power, adequate transmission infrastructure, and access to a competitive wholesale electricity marketplace. Joining an RTO means NIPCO and other members of the system will have the benefit of generation and transmission assets that are integrated into the entire system, as well as gaining access to the power supply market when system members require additional power or have surplus power to sell. The ability to buy or sell power within the RTO ensures a stabilization of rates that are shared among all system members. SPP oversees the bulk electric grid and wholesale power market in the central United States on behalf of a diverse group of utilities, including NIPCO, in 14 states. This grid system spans a 575,000-square-mile region and boasts more than 60,000 miles of high-voltage transmission lines. More than 18 million people are served by TOs, such as NIPCO, within SPP's footprint. The Power of Relationships: Southwest Power Pool SPP is about more than power. We’re about the power of relationships. The SPP Mission: Helping our members work together to keep the lights on, today and in the future.

Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative is a member of the Basin Electric Power Cooperative, a generation and transmission cooperative that provides power to 141 member systems across nine states. Learn about our partnership with Basin Electric, which allows us to access a diverse range of energy resources and ensure the reliability of our power supply. Discover how our membership in Basin Electric benefits our member-owners by providing them with access to affordable and reliable electricity. Basin Electric Power Cooperative Basin Electric's core business is generating and transmitting wholesale bulk electric power to customers, primarily to our 131 member rural electric systems, which are located in nine states: Colorado, Iowa, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wyoming. Basin Electric's member systems' service territories span 550,000 square miles from the Canadian to the Mexican borders. Our members constitute a vital network of generation, transmission and distribution systems that deliver electricity to 3 million consumers Learn More About Basin Electric CORPORATE PROFILE A not-for-profit generation and transmission cooperative incorporated in 1961 to provide supplemental power to a consortium of rural electric cooperatives Diverse energy portfolio: coal, gas, oil, distributed, and renewable energy, including wind power Consumer owned by 131 member cooperative systems Serves 3 million electric consumers Members' service territories comprise 550,000 square miles in nine states At end of year 2021, Basin Electric operates 5,222 megawatts (MW) of wholesale electric generating capability and has 7,263 MW of capability within its resource portfolio Operates 11 maintenance shop output locations in 4 states Owns 2,497 miles and maintains 2,537 miles of high-voltage transmission Owns and/or maintains substation equipment in 94 locations and has equipment ownership in 18 additional locations Owns and maintains telecommunications equipment at 213 telecommunication sites Data updated March 2022. RELIABLE & SUSTAINABLE LEADERS IN RENEWABLE ENERGY COMMUNITY FOCUSED Basin Electric Power Cooperative has a long-standing commitment to the environment, the communities we serve, and the cooperative business model. Our membership deserves the reliable, affordable, and responsible electricity we provide that supports community resiliency and economic opportunity across rural America. The service Basin Electric and our member electric cooperatives provide rural America is essential — reliable, affordable, and responsible energy delivered to 3 million consumer-owners at homes, schools, businesses, and more across a nine-state region that stretches from the Canadian border to the Mexican border and across the Great Plains. The Basin Electric family of electric cooperatives and our employees work hard every day delivering on our commitment to maintain a safe and reliable flow of electricity to enrich lives. RELIABLE & SUSTAINABLE Especially in the Upper Great Plains, reliable electricity is more than just a convenience — it’s a necessity for survival in many instances. Our members endure harsh weather conditions for more than half the year while continuing their routines of commuting to and from work, keeping livestock fed and watered, drying grain, sending children to school, operating machinery, running businesses, and more. Basin Electric was founded to provide power to rural America, and our culture of stewardship, innovation, and adaptability has proven successful as we have kept the lights (and heat) on. For more than 60 years, our generation and transmission assets have been the engines of commerce for a service territory that feeds and fuels the nation and the world. We will always honor our commitment of providing our membership with energy that is safely produced, reliable, economic, and environmentally responsible. Basin Electric was the first utility in the nation to require that the land mined for coal be returned to its natural state. That requirement was written into Basin Electric’s first coal contract long before laws and regulations required this. We simply did it because it was the right thing to do. LEADERS IN RENEWABLE GENERATION Basin Electric’s commitment to adding renewable generation dates back 20 years with the construction and commissioning of its first wind project. Since then, the cooperative has constructed a number of wind projects of its own, including the largest wind project in the nation that is solely owned and operated by a cooperative. We have also secured purchased power agreements for a large amount of wind-generated power. In fact, we more than doubled our wind capability in just five years, from 2015-2020, and expect it to continue growing into the future. Basin Electric has invested in and committed to more than $6 billion in renewable resources through direct investments and annual payments under purchased power agreements. As of year-end 2021, Basin Electric has more than 2,100 megawatts (MW) of green and renewable capability including nearly 1,800 MW of wind generation, 44 MW of recovered energy generation, and more than 300 MW of hydroelectricity through winter peaking power purchased from the Western Area Power Administration. COMMUNITY FOCUSED Basin Electric is committed to the communities where our members serve and where our employees live and work. These communities have supported the cooperative throughout the years by providing a strong workforce, essential services, and a sense of pride in a “together we can” approach. In appreciation for that support, Basin Electric expresses its cooperative spirit by extending a helping hand to our members and communities by donating time and funds to a wide variety of charitable and non-profit organizations. Basin Electric Investments Basin Electric Power Cooperative has a long-standing commitment to the environment, the communities we serve, and the cooperative business model. Our membership deserves the reliable, affordable, and responsible electricity we provide that supports community resiliency and economic opportunity across rural America. Read More: Basin Electric Sustainability Report GROWING LOAD WHILE LOWERING EMISSIONS $2 BILLION invested in 2021 by Basin Electric and its subsidiaries in emissions control technology and more than $175 million was spent to operate and maintain those controls. LEADERS IN DECARBONIZATION $391 MILLION has been spent to operate and maintain carbon capture equipment of those systems since inception of Dakota Gas' carbon capture project. INVESTMENT TO MAINTAIN RELIABILITY $170 MILLION invested by Basin Electric and its subsidiaries throughout 2021 in capital expenditures and in-kind services on carbon capture equipment and research & development. POWERED BY WATER $2.9 MILLION MWh of energy, almost 10% of members' demand and energy needs, throughout any given year from the Western Area Power Administration's Hydroelectric facilities.