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NIPCO will conduct its 2025 annual meeting on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at the Stoney Creek Hotel Rivers Bend Conference Center in Sioux City, Iowa. NIPCO staff and directors will report on 2024 operations, provide an overview of the cooperative's financials, and offer NIPCO's vision to power western Iowa into the future. Working for Western Iowa NIPCO conducted its 2025 annual meeting on Tuesday, April 1 , at the Stoney Creek Hotel Rivers Bend Conference Center in Sioux City. NIPCO staff and directors reported on 2024 operations, providing an overview of the cooperative’s financials, and NIPCO’s vision to power western Iowa into the future. Presenters Todd Brickhouse Chief Executive Officer & General Manager Basin Electric Power Cooperative Update on operations at Basin Electric Power Cooperative. Read More Jim Horan Executive Director Mid-West Electric Consumers Association Mid-West Electric Consumers Association update. Read More Gavin McCollam Sr. Vice President & Chief Operating Officer Basin Electric Power Cooperative Update on generation and reliability operations at Basin Electric Power Cooperative. Read More 2024 Annual Report Download Results of the NIPCO Director Reorganizational Meeting April 1, 2025 President - Louis C. Reed (Western Iowa Power Cooperative) Vice President - Ronald C. Steinhoff (Woodbury County Rural Electric Cooperative) Treasurer - Thomas J. Wagner (North West Rural Electric Cooperative) Secretary - Trent A. Will (Iowa Lakes Electric Cooperative) Director - Dr. James R. Else, D.V.M. (WIMECA - Western Iowa Municipal Electric Cooperative Association) Director - Bryan D. Greve (Nishnabotna Valley Rural Electric Cooperative) Director - Brenda Lundergard (Harrison County Rural Electric Cooperative) NIPCO Board of Director President Louis Reed's 2025 Address to Membership Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative is working for western Iowa, from farmers tending their fields to manufacturing workers on the production line, from ranchers at sunrise to small business owners serving their neighbors, reliable and affordable power is the cornerstone to getting the job done. NIPCO provides wholesale power and transmission services to seven member cooperatives across ten counties, serving families and businesses across western Iowa. NIPCO's Director Representative from Western Iowa Power Cooperative and NIPCO Board President, Louis Reed, addresses the membership at the 2025 NIPCO annual meeting.

2025 Annual Meeting Registration Tuesday, April 1, 2025 Join us for NIPCO's 76th Annual Meeting at Stoney Creek Hotel and Conference Center in Sioux City, Iowa RSVP Deadline March 25, 2025 Sorry, but this form is now closed. Please call our office 712-546-4141 for registration inquiries. 2025 NIPCO Annual Meeting Registration First name of Contact Person* Last name of Contact Person* Email Address of Contact Person* Phone* Company* RSVP Deadline: March 25, 2025 I/we plan to attend the NIPCO annual meeting on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 Attendee Full Name 1 Attendee Full Name 2 Attendee Full Name 3 Attendee Full Name 4 Attendee Full Name 5 Attendee Full Name 6 Attendee Full Name 7 Attendee Full Name 8 Attendee Full Name 9 Attendee Full Name 10 Special Requests Submit

With a vision for shaping service that will meet the needs of the next generation of cooperative membership, the NIPCO staff and directors undertook a strategic plannning deep dive, continuted to upgrade & replace infrastructure that is fifty years old or more, launched its innovative battery storage project, and introduced an electric vehicle into its transportation fleet. Check out Board President Louis Reed's Presidential Address and employees of NIPCO explain how they are Wired to Serve! 2024 NIPCO Annual Meeting NIPCO's 2024 Annual Meeting was held Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at the Stoney Creek Hotel Rivers Bend Conference Center in Sioux City, Iowa . "Many Facets. One Mission." our theme for NIPCO's 2024 Annual Meeting marks NIPCO's 75th-year of operations since its incorporation in 1949 as western Iowa's generation and transmission cooperative electric service provider. As we celebrate our diamond anniversary, we reflect on the rare gems' extraordinary formation—a result of the perfect convergence of time and pressure. The true value of our journey is evident in the clarity and brilliance of our meticulously crafted, multi-faceted design. As part of the NIPCO family of electric cooperatives, we are shaped by individuals who recognize that the radiance of our service shines brightest through the diverse facets of our employees' daily efforts in serving our members. Let's continue to make history together. WELCOME NIPCO commemorates our diamond anniversary this year and, as we celebrate our 75 year tradition of service to our members, we must also look to the path to serve our members for generations to come. Like carbon under pressure, we have evolved, transforming the heat of challenges into opportunities to shine. NIPCO’s journey has been one of resilience and adaptability, just as diamonds emerge from the depths of the Earth under intense pressure. We have weathered storms and overcome obstacles to provide reliable electricity to our members, and today, we must stand stronger than ever. As we look ahead, we understand that the energy landscape is changing. The pressure to reduce our carbon footprint and transition away from coal is greater than ever before. But, as diamonds symbolize endurance and brilliance, we are prepared to shine even brighter in this new era. We hope you will join us on April 2 to celebrate NIPCO’s “Many Facets. One Mission.” - Matt Washburn Executive Vice President & General Manager Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative Read More Presenters David Gattie Associate Professor, College of Engineering; Senior Fellow, Center for International Trade & Security The University of Georgia The Proposed U.S. Energy Transition: National Security Implications and a Call for Realism Read More Todd Brickhouse Chief Executive Officer & General Manager Basin Electric Power Cooperative Basin Electric Power Cooperative Update Read More Jim Horan Executive Director Mid-West Electric Consumers Association Mid-West Electric Consumers Association Update Read More NIPCO Board of Director President Louis Reed's 2024 Address to Membership Join us as we celebrate NIPCO's 75th Diamond Anniversary with the inspiring Presidential Address from our esteemed Board President Louis Reed. Reflecting on our legacy of service and looking ahead to a future filled with innovation and growth, this video encapsulates the spirit of our cooperative's journey. Many facets. One mission. Lets continue to shine. Together. NIPCO Board of Directors President Louis Reed addresses the membership at the 2024 NIPCO Annual Meeting held on April 2, 2024. 2023 Annual Report Download Results of the NIPCO Director Reorganizational Meeting April 2, 2024 President - Louis C. Reed (Western Iowa Power Cooperative) Vice President - Ronald C. Steinhoff (Woodbury County Rural Electric Cooperative) Treasurer - Thomas J. Wagner (North West Rural Electric Cooperative) Secretary - Trent A. Will (Iowa Lakes Electric Cooperative) Director - Dr. James R. Else, D.V.M. (WIMECA - Western Iowa Municipal Electric Cooperative Association) Director - Bryan D. Greve (Nishnabotna Valley Rural Electric Cooperative) Director - Brenda Lundergard (Harrison County Rural Electric Cooperative) 2024 NIPCO Annual Meeting Videos 2024 NIPCO Annual Meeting All Categories Play Video Play Video 02:29 NIPCO: Then & Now - Operations Play Video Play Video 03:41 NIPCO: Then & Now - Management Matt Washburn and Kent Pauling discuss their experiences as current and former Executive Vice President and General Managers. Technology, reliability, and the strength of the NIPCO staff are highlighted as crucial components of the success of NIPCO and its member cooperatives. Play Video Play Video 04:34 NIPCO: Then & Now - IT & Telecommunications Larry Bowers, NIPCO's former Vice President of Technology & Infrastructure and current NIPCO Chief Information Officer, Steve Spieler, discuss the "world wide web" and how technology has shaped their roles at NIPCO and the electric utility industry. Reflection on how bandwidth capacity and cyber security have drastically changed over the years! Play Video Play Video 04:17 NIPCO: Then & Now - Engineering The electric utility industry has changed tremendously over the last 75 years. Former VP of Engineering and Operations, Steve Ver Mulm, and current VP of Engineering & Operations, Jayme Huber discuss their experiences at NIPCO and explore the pivotal role of technology in shaping infrastructure development over the years for NIPCO's 2024 Annual Meeting. Gain valuable insights into the past, present, and future of our cooperative's commitment to innovation and excellence. Play Video Play Video 04:14 NIPCO: Then & Now - Accounting Join us for an insightful journey through the evolution of accounting processes at Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative (NIPCO) in our 2024 Annual Meeting special session titled "Then & Now - Accounting." In this captivating discussion, we bring together three generations of CFOs, offering unique perspectives on how technology has transformed accounting operations over the years. Our esteemed panel features current CFO Jane Scheitler, former CFO and current Vice President & General Manager Matt Washburn, and former CFO and former Vice President & General Manager Kent Pauling. Together, they delve into the past and present accounting practices, highlighting the pivotal role of technology in shaping NIPCO's financial operations. From manual bookkeeping methods to cutting-edge accounting software, our CFOs share their experiences and insights, showcasing the remarkable advancements that have revolutionized the field of accounting within our cooperative. Don't miss this exclusive opportunity to gain valuable insights into the evolution of accounting at NIPCO and how technology continues to drive efficiency and innovation in our financial processes.

NIPCO will conduct its 2026 annual meeting on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at the Stoney Creek Hotel Rivers Bend Conference Center in Sioux City, Iowa. NIPCO staff and directors will report on 2025 operations, provide an overview of the cooperative's financials, and offer NIPCO's vision to power western Iowa into the future. 2026 NIPCO Annual Meeting 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. Throughout 2025, NIPCO has weathered a dynamic operations landscape—responding to storms and unpredictable weather events, adapting to shifting energy demands, and investing in infrastructure upgrades designed to withstand whatever conditions come our way. NIPCO has also advocated for policies that support reliable, affordable power, ensuring our cooperative family and the systems that support us remain resilient no matter what the forecast brings. Our commitment to serving our seven Class A Members remains steadfast as we navigate change and power western Iowa, rain or shine. At this year’s meeting, NIPCO will recap 2025 operations, share financial highlights, and outline our vision for how NIPCO is “Weathering Change”—preparing for the storms ahead while celebrating the clear skies we’ve achieved together. A continental breakfast will be served from 8–9 AM, followed by the business meeting and lunch. More information will be shared as the meeting approaches. To register or learn more, visit our annual meeting page or call our office at 712-546-4141. More details to be added as speakers and plans are finalized. Register Here Presenters Chris Lawrence Executive Director Mid-West Electric Consumers Association Read More Todd Brickhouse Chief Executive Officer & General Manager Basin Electric Power Cooperative Read More Valerie Weigel Senior Vice President of Energy Markets and Dakota Coal Company Operations Basin Electric Power Cooperative Read More annual MEETING AGENDA 8:00-9:00 am Registration Check-in/Continental Breakfast 9:00 am Business Meeting Mid-West Electric Consumers Association Report Chris Lawrence - Executive Director Basin Electric Power Cooperative Report Todd Brickhouse - Chief Executive Officer and General Manager 10:45 am Break 11:00 am Basin Electric Power Cooperative Report Valerie Weigel - Senior Vice President of energy Markets and Dakota Coal Company Operations NIPCO Report Matt Washburn - Executive Vice President and General Manager 12:15 pm Lunch, Recognitions, Announcements

"Charging Forward" was this year's theme for NIPCO's 2022 Annual Meeting as 2021 operations provided a springboard for NIPCO’s future of service.The NIPCO staff and directors undertook a strategic planning deep dive, continued its efforts to upgrade and replace infrastructure that is fifty years old or more, launched its innovative battery storage project, and introduced an electric vehicle into its transportation fleet. 2022 NIPCO Annual Meeting NIPCO's 2022 Annual Meeting was conducted on Tuesday, April 5, 2022, at the Stoney Creek Hotel Rivers Bend Conference Center in Sioux City, Iowa . "Charging Forward" was this year's theme for NIPCO's 2022 Annual Meeting as 2021 operations provided a springboard for NIPCO’s future of service. With a vision for shaping service that will meet the needs of the next generation of cooperative membership, the NIPCO staff and directors undertook a strategic planning deep dive, continued its efforts to upgrade and replace infrastructure that is fifty years old or more, launched its innovative battery storage project, and introduced an electric vehicle into its transportation fleet. Presenters Todd Telez CEO & General Manager Basin Electric Cooperative Update on operations at Basin Electric Power Cooperative. Jim Horan Executive Director Mid-West Electric Consumers Association Mission and purpose of the organization as it advocates for and supports consumers of hydropower within the Missouri River basin. Elaine Johns President & CEO Enervision, Inc. Insight into blockchain technology and cryptocurrency and its impacts on utilities across the US. NIPCO Board of Director President Louis Reed's 2022 Address to Membership NIPCO is CHARGING FORWARD. Not just the theme for NIPCO's 2022 Annual Meeting, but also a reflection of NIPCO's innovation and vision as we prepare for the next generation of service to our member cooperatives, as they power lives and empower the communities of western Iowa. Louis Reed, Director Representative from Western Iowa Power Cooperative, and President of the NIPCO Board of Directors speaks on the growth and opportunity created in 2021 by the NIPCO staff and directors who, despite a year full of challenges, never lost sight of ongoing operations that serve members through reliable power supply and delivery while keeping rates stable. 2021 Annual Report Download Results of the NIPCO Director Reorganizational Meeting April 5, 2022 President - Louis C. Reed (Western Iowa Power Cooperative) Vice President - Ronald C. Steinhoff (Woodbury County Rural Electric Cooperative) Treasurer - Thomas J. Wagner (North West Rural Electric Cooperative) Secretary - Trent A. Will (Iowa Lakes Electric Cooperative) Director - Dr. James R. Else, D.V.M. (WIMECA - Western Iowa Municipal Electric Cooperative Association) Director - Bryan D. Greve (Nishnabotna Valley Rural Electric Cooperative) Director - A. James Sharp (Harrison County Rural Electric Cooperative) 2022 NIPCO Annual Meeting Videos Open and Voluntary Membership: Jasmine Salgado (WIPCO), Democratic Member Control: Trent Will (Iowa Lakes Electric Cooperative), Members' Economic Participation: Lyle Korver (North West REC), Autonomy and Independence: Matt Washburn (NIPCO), Education, Training, and Information: Angela Catton (NIPCO), Cooperation Among Cooperatives: Steve Harringa (NIPCO), Concern for Community: Jeremy Caroll (WIMECA - Manning Municipal Utilities) 2022 NIPCO Annual Meeting All Categories Play Video Play Video 02:59 NipcoVision 7 Cooperative Principles: Members' Economic Participation and Autonomy & Independence Members contribute money to the co-op to make sure it runs smoothly now AND in the future. At electric cooperatives, this happens through paying energy bills. Members contribute equitably to, and democratically control, the capital of their cooperative. At least part of that capital remains the common property of the cooperative. Members allocate surpluses for any or all of the following purposes: developing the cooperative; setting up reserves; benefiting members in proportion to their transactions with the cooperative; and supporting other activities approved by the membership. Members create co-ops to provide a service that is needed. Co-ops are independent on their own, which benefits the members. 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, as well as their unique identity. Play Video Play Video 06:18 NipcoVision 7 Cooperative Principles: Ed., Training, & Info., Cooperation Among Co-ops, & Concern for Community Education, Training, and Information: Cooperatives focus on education to ensure that employees and members have the training and information they need to make the co-op successful. Education and training for members, elected representatives (directors), CEOs and employees help them effectively contribute to the development of their cooperatives. Communications about the nature and benefits of cooperatives, particularly with the public and opinion leaders, help boost cooperative understanding. Cooperation Among Cooperatives: Cooperatives share and learn from other co-ops. They help each other out when needed because co-ops want other co-ops to be successful. By working together through local, national, regional, and international structures, cooperatives improve services, bolster local economies and deal more effectively with social and community needs. Concern for Community: Cooperatives work for the sustainable development of their communities through policies supported by the membership. All co-ops work for the greater good of the local communities in which they serve. Co-ops give back to their communities to make sure they thrive and grow. Play Video Play Video 02:38 NipcoVision 7 Cooperative Principles: Open & Voluntary Membership and Democratic Member Control Cooperative membership is open to everyone who can use the co-op's services. Membership in a cooperative is open to all people who can reasonably use its services and stand willing to accept the responsibilities of membership, regardless of race, religion, gender, or economic circumstances. Members get to make decisions about the cooperative because co-ops are created for the members, by the members. Every member has an equal voice and vote when it comes to cooperative governance. Cooperatives are democratic organizations controlled by their members, who actively participate in setting policies and making decisions. Representatives (directors) are elected among members and are accountable to them. In primary cooperatives, members have equal voting rights (one member, one vote); cooperatives at other levels are organized in a democratic manner. Congratulations to NIPCO's 2022 N-Ovation Award Winners! NIPCO's Board of Directors awarded two N-Ovation Awards (formerly known as the "N-Award") in 2022. The award symbolizes the recipient's time advancing the electric cooperative industry, NIPCO's G&T family, and NIPCO's operations, corporate mission, vision, and values. For 47 years, this honor has been bestowed to worth individuals for their outstanding contributions to NIPCO. Candidates are nominated and selected annually by the NIPCO Board of Directors. 2022 Award Winners

With a vision for shaping service that will meet the needs of the next generation of cooperative membership, the NIPCO staff and directors undertook a strategic plannning deep dive, continuted to upgrade & replace infrastructure that is fifty years old or more, launched its innovative battery storage project, and introduced an electric vehicle into its transportation fleet. Check out Board President Louis Reed's Presidential Address and employees of NIPCO explain how they are Wired to Serve! 2023 NIPCO Annual Meeting NIPCO's 2023 Annual Meeting was conducted on Tuesday, April 11, 2023, at the Stoney Creek Hotel Rivers Bend Conference Center in Sioux City, Iowa . "Wired to Serve" was this year's theme for NIPCO's 2023 Annual Meeting as 2022 operations provided a springboard for NIPCO’s future of service. With a vision for shaping service that will meet the needs of the next generation of cooperative membership, the NIPCO staff and directors undertook a strategic planning deep dive, continued its efforts to upgrade and replace infrastructure that is fifty years old or more, launched its innovative battery storage project, and introduced an electric vehicle into its transportation fleet. Presenters Andy Buntrock Vice President of Strategic Planning and Communications Basin Electric Power Cooperative Update on operations at Basin Electric Power Cooperative. Tyler Hamman Vice President of Governmental Relations Basin Electric Power Cooperative Update of governmental relations from Basin Electric Power Cooperative. CJ Brown Director of System Operations Southwest Power Pool Update of Southwest Power Pool operations. NIPCO Board of Director President Louis Reed's 2023 Address to Membership NIPCO is Wired to Serve. Reliability of power supply, the resiliency of its infrastructure, and ensuring generation resources are available to meet electric demand are just a few ways NIPCO has been Wired to Serve for nearly 75 years. It's not just electric wire. It's how we connect. The NIPCO membership is at the center of everything it does. Together, we power and empower western Iowa in ways that build brighter futures and re-energize the rural landscape. NIPCO Board of Directors President Louis Reed addresses the membership at the 2023 NIPCO Annual Meeting held on April 11, 2023. 2022 Annual Report Download Results of the NIPCO Director Reorganizational Meeting April 11, 2023 President - Louis C. Reed (Western Iowa Power Cooperative) Vice President - Ronald C. Steinhoff (Woodbury County Rural Electric Cooperative) Treasurer - Thomas J. Wagner (North West Rural Electric Cooperative) Secretary - Trent A. Will (Iowa Lakes Electric Cooperative) Director - Dr. James R. Else, D.V.M. (WIMECA - Western Iowa Municipal Electric Cooperative Association) Director - Bryan D. Greve (Nishnabotna Valley Rural Electric Cooperative) Director - A. James Sharp (Harrison County Rural Electric Cooperative) 2023 NIPCO Annual Meeting Videos System Project Engineer, Andrew Paulsen – Relief Control Operator, Jason Stock Communication Specialist, Rachel Rogers – Substation Electrician, Nate Pauling Journeyman Lineman, Brandon Brotherton – Chief Information Officer, Steve Spieler 2023 NIPCO Annual Meeting All Categories Play Video Play Video 04:21 NipcoVision How is NIPCO Wired to Serve? Brandon Brotherton & Steve Spieler NIPCO employees explain how their positions and roles within NIPCO contribute to connecting with our members. Journeyman LIneman, Brandon Brotherton, and Chief Information Officer, Steve Spieler, offer perspective on how they are Wired to Serve! Play Video Play Video 03:21 NipcoVision How is NIPCO Wired to Serve? Rachel Rogers & Nate Pauling NIPCO employees explain how their positions and roles within NIPCO contribute to connecting with our members. Communications Specialist, Rachel Rogers, and Substation Electrician, Nate Pauling, offer perspective on how they are Wired to Serve! Play Video Play Video 02:46 NipcoVision How is NIPCO Wired to Serve? Andrew Paulsen & Jason Stock NIPCO employees explain how their positions and roles within NIPCO contribute to connecting with our members. System Project Engineer, Andrew Paulsen, and Relief Control Operator, Jason Stock offer perspectives on how they are Wired to Serve! Out of gallery

At Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative, we are proud to support our nation's veterans and their families through our Vets Power Us program. This initiative helps veterans transition to civilian life and provides them with job training and employment opportunities in the energy industry. Learn more about how we're making a difference in the lives of veterans and how you can support this important cause. Vets Power Us With more than 40% of veterans hailing from rural communities and a heightened challenge of attracting and retaining a new workforce due to a retirement wave and changing technology facing America’s electric cooperatives, facilitating the connection between job-seeking veterans and electric cooperative career opportunities is a win-win endeavor. The National Rural Electric Cooperative Association's (NRECA) "Vets Power Us" initiative was developed to support veterans, active military and their spouses by: Helping veterans find meaningful career opportunities within America’s electric cooperatives. Helping co-ops recruit, hire and honor veterans. Through this program, co-ops have access to practical resources that will help them successfully recruit veterans and veterans have direct access to electric co-op career opportunities. At NIPCO, #VetsPowerUs. We are proud to have several employees who have served our country. For more information on our participation in the Vets Power Us program or for a list of available career opportunities with NIPCO, please contact us . Meet Our Veterans Chad Barthman Right-of-Way, Inspection & Safety Coordinator Specialist E-4 United States Army National Guard 6 years Jayme Huber Vice President of Engineering & Operations Major, ret. United States Army National Guard 20 years, 4 months/Deployed Jason Stock Relief Control Operator Staff Sergeant E-5 United States Army National Guard 6 years Kevin Hubbard Substation Electrician Staff Sergeant US Army 12 years Active Duty (2003-2015) 41 months total deployed Operation Enduring Freedom (Afghanistan) Don Jennings Sr. SCADA Technician Staff Sergeant E-6 United States Army National Guard 12 years Bill Thompson Crew Foreman Lance Corporal E-3 United States Marine Corps 4 years/Deployed Our deepest gratitude is extended to our employee veterans as well as ALL our nation's veterans as we honor their commitment and sacrifice.

2026 Annual Meeting Registration Tuesday, April 7, 2026 Join us for NIPCO's 77th Annual Meeting at Stoney Creek Hotel and Conference Center in Sioux City, Iowa RSVP Deadline March 31, 2026 2026 NIPCO Annual Meeting Registration First name of Contact Person* Last name of Contact Person* Email Address of Contact Person* Phone* Company* RSVP Deadline: March 31, 2026 I/we plan to attend the NIPCO annual meeting on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 Attendee Full Name 1 Attendee Full Name 2 Attendee Full Name 3 Attendee Full Name 4 Attendee Full Name 5 Attendee Full Name 6 Attendee Full Name 7 Attendee Full Name 8 Attendee Full Name 9 Attendee Full Name 10 Special Requests Submit

Thank You for Registering for the 2026 NIPCO Annual Meeting Tuesday, April 7, 2026 Stoney Creek Hotel and Conference Center in Sioux City, Iowa A confirmation email has been sent to the contact address you provided during registration. Please verify that the information is accurate. For any questions or if changes are required, please reach out to Angela Catton at acatton@nipco.coop or call 712-546-4141. Add to Calendar Annual Meeting Information

Discover the rich history of Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative on our website. From our founding in 1948 to our growth and expansion over the decades, learn about the milestones and challenges that have shaped our cooperative. Explore our commitment to innovation, community, and member service, and how these values continue to guide us today. Join us in celebrating our past and building towards a bright future for our members and our community. NIPCO History It is the only approach – to face the problems honestly and frankly together as a group […] So my urgent plea to you today, and in all the years to come, is that you never lose sight of the source of our strength and that you continue to reason together and accomplish together, that which could never have been done individually.” - NIPCO Board President A.S. Wendel in his 1968 Annual Meeting Report NIPCO History: Securing an Energy Supply for Western Iowa Powering Up Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative (NIPCO) was incorporated in 1948 but the first meeting of NIPCO's original incorporators wasn't held until January 17, 1949. This meeting was strictly for purposes of organizing the cooperative structure. These thirteen original incorporators were rural electric distribution cooperatives (RECs) who had worked to raise money from area farmers and businesses to build a system of power delivery in rural western Iowa. These RECs united with one common goal: to improve life and grow the economy in rural western Iowa by constructing and maintaining a power delivery system and secure all future power supply needs for its member distribution cooperatives and their member-owners. By connecting farms and communities through a complex grid of electric power lines, member-owners were suddenly thrust into the mindset that they were all working together to ensure growth and prosperity in this region for the benefit of future generations. NIPCO's first pole was set in August of 1953 near Hinton, Iowa. The first 3 employees of NIPCO included Office Manager Allen Paull, Office Assistant Nancy Wiggerman, and General Manager Lloyd Caulkins. Through an arrangement by the Le Mars Chamber of Commerce, a lease for the use of one full hangar and a double office in the airport administration building (with Rural Electrification Administration - REA - light and heat provided) was secured. NIPCO's first headquarters were to be established at the Le Mars Airport facilities. An agreement was signed with the Chamber of Commerce and the City of Le Mars on January 19, 1953, for $145/month. NIPCO's first transmission pole was set in August of 1953 on the V.E. Benson farm near Hinton, Iowa. Thus, construction began on the original 621 miles of transmission line and 46 original substations. The first section of NIPCO's transmission system from Hinton to Ida Grove was completed on February 10, 1954. The system was energized on April 5, 1956. An, April, 1956, headline in the IRECA News proclaimed "Missouri River Juice Starting This Month" and described NIPCO's announcement that "firm electric service generated on the Missouri River would be supplied to member co-operatives sometime during the first week of April." Pictured are NIPCO's first three employees: Allen Paull, Nancy Wiggerman, and Lloyd Caulkins. The NIPCO Board - 1955: Seated: A.S Wendel (Woodbury); Fred VanderHam (Sioux); Alfred Schmillen (Cherokee); Bill Sullivan (NIPCO Attorney); Alfred Lage (South Crawford); Ray McCarty (Lyon); Bertsel Brown (Plymouth); Everett Dodge (O'Brien); Standing: Henry Consoer (Osceola); Roy Schuttloffel (Nishnabotna Valley); C.E. Lorenzen (Ida); Verne Burkholder (Harrison) Powering Supply When incorporated in 1948, NIPCO received all of its power requirements from hydropower supplied by the Missouri River Dam system. In the 1960's, load growth studies indicated that an additional generation resource was needed to meet the needs of electric consumers being served in NIPCO's service territory. Cooperative leaders from 8 states worked together to form Basin Electric Power Cooperative , headquartered in Bismarck, North Dakota. Basin Electric built generation plants comprised primarily of coal, oil, and natural gas. Today, Missouri River hydropower purchased from Western Area Power Administration (WAPA) supplies 25 percent of the energy needs for western Iowa's electric cooperatives, with the remaining portion provided through Basin Electric resources. A newly energized substation in Hinton brings a "Pathway of Power" from the Missouri River Dam system to the NIPCO service territory. (circa 1953) Powering Ahead In 1963, ground was broken on the site that was to become the "new" NIPCO headquarters, located three miles south of Le Mars, Iowa. NIPCO Operations, and the required number of staff to support it, expanded dramatically. Technological implications touched every facet of the rural electric cooperative industry. Demand for the safe, reliable, affordable supply of power increased and the communities in western Iowa developed. Almost 70 years and 30,000 member-owners later, NIPCO continues to deliver improved quality of life to western 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. NIPCO and its member cooperatives work hard to provide a reliable energy supply, communications, and related services to those we serve in a safe, reliable, affordable, and environmentally responsible manner and support energy efficiency, distributed generation and the development of renewable energy and look forward to contributing to America's energy future for generations to come. NIPCO Manager E.J. Dickinson turns the dirt at the future site of the NIPCO headquarters on July 30, 1963. Miss Iowa and Director H.J. Shoemaker (Sioux) look on.

Learn about the latest developments at Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative on our NIPCO Today page. Stay up-to-date on our initiatives to provide reliable & affordable electricity to our member-owners, including our investments in renewable energy and smart grid technology. Discover how we're building strong partnerships with our members, community leaders, and other stakeholders to ensure a sustainable and prosperous future for our region. Join us in shaping the future of energy in Northwest Iowa. NIPCO Today Today, NIPCO employs approximately 43 people who are committed to providing safe, affordable, and environmentally responsible power to western Iowa. Since NIPCO's incorporation over 75 years ago, we remain committed to our members. We are created as a cooperative and we remain grounded and governed by the 7 Cooperative Principles today. But we're not just a cooperative... We are a cooperative family. We are committed to the western Iowa communities we serve and to keeping our future bright. Our History A New Generation of Generation NIPCO currently owns, operates and maintains an extensive electric transmission system consisting of over 950 miles of 69kV (69,000 volts) line, 2 source substations, 85 distribution substations, and 23 switch stations throughout a 6,500 square mile service territory in western Iowa. Reliability was a major concern in the original design of the NIPCO system. An effective maintenance program and the addition of remotely operated switching equipment allows NIPCO to consistently maintain a 99.991 percent reliability record. Southwest Power Pool NIPCO is also a Transmission Owner (TO) in Southwest Power Pool (SPP), a Regional Transmission Organization (RTO). What this means is that NIPCO and its member cooperatives are ensured a reliable supply 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 14-state system, as well as gaining access to the power supply market when system members require more power or have surplus power to sell. The RTO ensures stabilization of rates that are shared among all system members. By becoming a TO in SPP, NIPCO will receive an annual transmission revenue requirement, or ATRR. This ATRR provides the benefit of an additional revenue stream for NIPCO and its members. Learn More NIPCO Today: Not Just Poles & Wires In addition to providing reliable wholesale energy and electric transmission services to our members, NIPCO offers telecommunications transmission services through a complex system that includes fiber optics in conjunction with NIPCO's Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system. This system provides NIPCO member cooperatives an efficient, dependable supply of electricity. NIPCO utilizes the vast fiber optic rings throughout our 10-county service territory to link our electric system operations to our Control Center, allowing Control Center Operators to remotely control and communicate with substations 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. NIPCO's Most Powerful Asset In the beginning, NIPCO needed 3 employees to serve its membership. Today, it takes 43 full-time employees to serve over 32,000 member-owners belonging to our 7 member cooperatives in 10 western Iowa counties. NIPCO's most powerful asset is our employees. With a "Members First" attitude, NIPCO is structured and staffed with employees and outside resources that consistently demonstrate the qualifications and values required to meet our mission and vision . NIPCO serves our membership by working together to deliver innovation, accountability, integrity, and a commitment to the communities we serve.

Safe Fields. Powerful Yields. When you work your fields, you're not just thinking about this season; you're already sowing plans for future yields. You dedicate time and resources to decisions impacting healthy returns for generations. But the most powerful resource you devote to your operation... is YOU. Safety is the number one component of a successful harvest year after year and the most valuable legacy you can leave your family. Planting seeds of safety when working around power lines can be the difference between safe harvests and one interrupted by a costly contact with energized power lines. Take the time to be aware of infrastructure in, on, or above your fields. It's more than a field. It's a life. If your equipment makes contact with an energized or downed power lines, contact 9-1-1 immediately and remain inside the vehicle until the power line is de-energized. In case of smoke or fire, exit the cab by making a solid jump out of the cab (without touching it,) and hop away to safety. If you make contact with a power line, always assume it is energized. Downed lines can energize the ground around it up to 35 feet away. Maintain a 10-foot clearance around all utility equipment in all directions. Use a spotter and deployed flags to maintain safe distances from power lines and other electrical equipment when working in the field. Consider equipment and cargo extensions of your vehicle. Lumber, hay, tree limbs, irrigation pipes, and even bulk materials can conduct electricity, so keep them out of contact with electrical equipment. If contact is made with a pole, power line, or any electrical infrastructure, call 9-1-1 immediately and call us at 712-546-3573. We will work to ensure your utility and first responders are alerted to your situation. For more information and to request additional Safe Fields. Powerful Yields. resources (free of charge,) visit our website, or use the online form below to send us your request for additional materials. Download NIPCO's Safe Fields. Powerful Yields. Creative Files It was Cody Conrady’s next-to-last day as an assistant manager for an ag fertilizer company. They were shorthanded that day, so Cody jumped in his truck to get ahead of the sprayer. Once the sprayer was in place, he hopped out of the truck to fill the tank with fertilizer. He and his coworker inside the cab were unaware the sprayer boom had either made contact or gotten too close to a power line. Unintended contact can happen in an instant. The area where Cody was standing and the equipment was energized for only “a split second or two,” he said. Learn more about how Cody became the path to ground on an average day in May and how the accident changed his life. We thank Cody and his wife, Bailey, for their willingness to share their story. Cody advises anyone around power lines to: Pay attention. Keep an eye on your surroundings. Take some extra time to assess your situation. Consider how your day could unfold. This video is made possible by members of EEC-Safe Electricity. We appreciate their support in enhancing safety awareness and making this copyrighted video viewable to individuals visiting SafeElectricity.org. For non-members interested in using this video, please contact info@safeelectricity.org . Use of this work without permission, including its reproduction, distribution, or display constitutes copyright infringement. Safe Electricity is the award-winning, public awareness program of the Energy Education Council , a 501(c) 3 (not-for-profit organization) established in 1952 on the campus of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign . With offices located in Springfield, Ill., Safe Electricity operates under the University of Illinois Extension and is led by the EEC Board of Directors . Since the Safe Electricity program was created in 2001, it has provided thousands of safety-minded resources to its more than 500 utility members from across the country to help save lives and reduce injuries. Order NIPCO's Safe Fields. Powerful Yields. Campaign Resources Please complete and submit the form below. We will send your organization the following educational and informative resources: 11x17" posters, 4" stickers, and table tents. 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: * Required 4" Stickers 11 x 17" Poster Table Tents Quantity Submit Thanks for requesting your campaign resources!

Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative is governed by a board of 7 directors who are elected to represent the distribution cooperatives NIPCO serves. Learn about the dedicated leaders who guide our cooperative, ensuring that we continue to provide reliable and affordable electricity to our member-owners. Discover their expertise and commitment to our community, as well as their vision for our cooperative's future. Join us in celebrating their service and dedication to our shared mission. Board of Directors Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative is governed by a board of 7 directors who are elected to represent the distribution cooperatives NIPCO serves. Louis Reed Western Iowa Power Cooperative Board President View More Ron Steinhoff Woodbury County REC Board Vice President View More Tom Wagner North West REC Board Treasurer View More Trent Will Iowa Lakes Electric Cooperative Board Secretary View More Dr. James Else, D.V.M. WIMECA Director Representative View More Bryan Greve Nishnabotna Valley REC Director Representative View More Brenda Lundergard Harrison County REC Director Representative View More

Iowa Lakes Electric CooperativeTrent Will has served as the Director Representative on the NIPCO Board of Directors, representing Iowa Lakes Electric Cooperative since April 2015. Director Will has served as the NIPCO Board Secretary since April of 2022. Trent Will Board Secretary Trent Will has served as the Director Representative on the NIPCO Board of Directors, representing Iowa Lakes Electric Cooperative since April 2015. Director Will has served as the NIPCO Board Secretary since April of 2022. Contact Mail Email Phone 712-546-4141

North West RECTom Wagner is the Treasurer of the NIPCO Board of Directors, representing North West REC. Tom has served on the NIPCO Board since April 2013. Tom Wagner Board Treasurer Tom Wagner is the Treasurer of the NIPCO Board of Directors, representing North West REC. Tom has served on the NIPCO Board since April 2013. Contact Mail Email Phone 712-546-4141

Woodbury County RECRon Steinhoff serves as the Vice President of the NIPCO Board of Directors and is the Director Representative for Woodbury County REC. Director Steinhoff has served on the NIPCO Board of Directors since April of 2015. Ron Steinhoff Board Vice President Ron Steinhoff serves as the Vice President of the NIPCO Board of Directors and is the Director Representative for Woodbury County REC. Director Steinhoff has served on the NIPCO Board of Directors since April of 2015. Contact Mail Email Phone 712-546-4141

Western Iowa Power CooperativeLouis Reed is the President of the NIPCO Board of Directors and is the Director Representative for Western Iowa Power Cooperative (WIPCO). Louis has served on the NIPCO Board since September of 1999. Louis Reed Board President Louis Reed is the President of the NIPCO Board of Directors and is the Director Representative for Western Iowa Power Cooperative (WIPCO). Louis has served on the NIPCO Board since September of 1999. Contact Mail Email Phone 712-546-4141

Switching to energy-efficient lighting is a simple and affordable way to save energy and money. Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative's "Switch Makes Cents" program offers rebates and discounts on energy-efficient lighting, making it easy for our members to make the switch. Learn about the benefits of energy-efficient lighting & how to take advantage of our "Switch Makes Cents" program to start saving today. Our mission is to promote energy efficiency & reduce energy waste, one light bulb at a time. Switch Makes Cents Load Management Program The Switch Makes Cents load management program operates year-round and follows a seasonal strategy to reduce NIPCO's system peak by as much as 39 megawatts (MW) in the summer and 33 MW in the winter...the equivalent of powering approximately 1,700 homes! This is done by reducing total demand during times of peak-use, generally between 6-10AM and 3-9PM, when people are commonly at home running washers, dryers, dishwashers, air conditioners, heaters and so on. Why the Switch? In 1973, energy studies revealed that a larger source of power would be necessary to keep up with NIPCO's load growth. NIPCO purchased a share of the Neal 4 generating plant to provide its member systems with the power requirements needed, according to periodic load forecasts performed. Neal 4 began commercial operation in 1979. About the same time, NIPCO’s annual energy sales began to decline due to climbing oil prices, energy conservation measures, the farm crisis, and the loss of a large commercial load. With the economy not, quickly, rebounding, energy sales declining, and no load growth expected in the foreseeable future, NIPCO’s electric rates began to increase. NIPCO and its member systems aggressively worked to identify ways to relieve the member-owners from the financial burden of excess capacity. In August of 1984, the NIPCO Board approved a proposal to develop a system-wide energy marketing and load management program, named, “Switch Makes Cents”. The program began offering rebates to install new electric loads and special rates to member-owners who would allow specified heating and cooling equipment to be controlled during peak conditions. Eventually, the program was expanded to include water heating, irrigation, and generators. From the beginning, NIPCO Member cooperatives have utilized the Switch Makes Cents program to help manage the energy consumption for farms, homes, and businesses in western Iowa. The primary goals established were to increase energy sales, stabilize consumer rates, improve load factors, and to reduce purchased power costs. The goals were achieved through installation of the load management system and an intensive marketing effort. The robust advertising campaign, led by the Wm. Bass Agency of Sioux City, was launched to educate member-owners about the programs and its benefits. NIPCO and its member systems worked to encourage member-owners to participate in the program by installing a radio-controlled “switch” on qualifying equipment. The advertising, left, promotes the Switch Makes Cents as a means for energy efficiency and saving money. In 1991, NIPCO and its Class A Members were the recipients of The Silver Switch Award at the National Food and Energy Council's (NFEC) Annual Meeting, held in St. Louis, Missouri. The award provides national recognition to those electric utilities that, though demonstrated team effort, have developed an electric energy-for-agriculture program that, first and foremost, benefits the agricultural constituents they serve, but which has direct or indirect benefits to the electric utility and/or its neighbors. The award recognizes NIPCO's collaboration in the development and execution of the program, how well economic and/or social objectives were met and the degree that internal and external cooperation was achieved to meet the objectives. When electric demand grew to a certain level during peak conditions, the switch allowed NIPCO to cycle the participating equipment off and on, thus saving electricity and decreasing electric costs. Once demand decreased, the equipment would return to operating normally. Why the Switch Still Makes Cents The Switch Makes Cents load management program operates year-round and follows a seasonal strategy to reduce NIPCO's system peak by as much as 39 megawatts (MW) in the summer and 33 MW in the winter...the equivalent of powering approximately 1,700 homes! This is done by reducing total demand during times of peak-use, generally between 6-10AM and 3-9PM, when people are commonly at home running washers, dryers, dishwashers, air conditioners, heaters and so on. Class A Members of NIPCO offer Switch Makes Cents as a resource for electric load management. Member-consumers who sign up for the program receive incentives to connect qualifying equipment to switches which are controlled by either a radio or cellular signal which is carried through the cooperatives' distribution power lines. On days when the demand for electricity is nearing peak levels, a signal is sent to the load control switch to interrupt the connected equipment. The combined effect of all the switches on our system allows for a reduction in peak demand. This, in turn, helps reduce the need to purchase more power and lower's everyone's power bill. Air conditioners, water heaters, electric heating applications (duel fuel and storage heat), irrigators, and generators qualify for the Switch Makes Cents load management program. RECs install the Load Management switches to the specified equipment in member locations, free of charge. This switch allows the connected unit to be interrupted for brief intervals of operation during those times of peak demand. Home uses electricity for water heating, home heating and cooling. Electric demand begins to exceed current power supply. Load control is used to avoid peak demand and maintain system reliability. Equipment automatically returns to normal operation when demand returns to normal levels. Our Members To learn more about the Switch Makes Cents program provided by each member in the NIPCO system, visit their website or contact one of their Customer Service Representatives. More Info

Energy Trail Tour Energy Trail Tours are a 3-day adventure allowing you to experience first-hand how your power providers convert energy from water, wind, and coat into electricity. View coal being mined and see how those minesare then returned to productive farm and native grass lands. Enjoy interactive walking tours through a hydroelectric and coal-fired energy generation facility and other stops along the way. Meet other cooperative member-owners wile traveling together across the Dakotas on-board a motor-coach bound for the North Dakota's Energy Loop. Tour #:* Tour 1: June 18-20, 2025 – Deadline: June 10 Tour 2: June 25-27, 2025 – Deadline: June 17 Tour 3: July 9-11, 2025 – Deadline: July 1 Guest names as you want them to appear on your name tags: Guest 1: First Name* Guest 1: Last Name* Guest 2: First Name* Guest 2: Last Name* Email * Phone* Co-op Member Emergency Contact: Full Name* Emergency Contact: Phone* Are stairs and/or extended periods of standing a problem for you or your guest? Yes No Do you or your guest have any dietary restrictions?* Yes No If yes, please list dietary restrictions: Questions or additional information for our tour guide? Submit

Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative is committed to environmental conservation & sustainability. Learn about our efforts to promote environmental stewardship and reduce our impact on the environment, including our tree planting and water quality initiatives. We partner with local and national organizations to promote environmental conservation and sustainability, and protect the natural resources of the communities we serve. Environmental Conservation NIPCO provides policies and programs that support our members' efforts in the areas of energy efficiency and load management. Committed to Environmental Responsibility Members are engaged in a variety of conservation and energy efficiency programs that promote, support and market load management, dual heat, water heaters, heat pumps, air conditioning, storage heating, grain drying, irrigation, photovoltaics and numerous other programs. Member-owners can receive rebates on the purchase of energy-efficient appliances through their member cooperatives. Residential, commercial and industrial members can request energy audits from their cooperatives, to learn about their energy usage and identify ways they can save energy and money. NIPCO's member cooperatives have had load management programs in place for decades. NIPCO has offered the "Switch Makes Cents" load management program since 1984. Under programs like Switch Makes Cents, member-owners volunteer to have water heaters, pumps or other major energy-using devices cycled off during periods of peak energy demand. Some member cooperatives are installing “smart meters” and offering online software programs, such as SmartHub, that give member owners tools to monitor their home energy usage. Energy Trail Tours If you are a member of a rural electric cooperative in western Iowa, contact your REC to learn about opportunities to view this commitment to environmental stewardship, first-hand, on the Energy Trail Tour, offered annually and co-hosted by NIPCO and its member rural electric distribution cooperatives. The tours, scheduled in June and July, provide member-owners a personal journey to learn about electric generation and meet the people responsible for providing the electric power that is delivered to their homes, farms, and businesses in western Iowa. Tours help to showcase, first-hand, the value of an electric generation portfolio that includes coal as a part of America’s energy mix. Three days of experiencing the passion, innovation, and dedication of NIPCO's power providers shapes member perceptions of how clean electricity is generated in a carbon-constrained world. Tours showcase electric generation facilities including hydro, coal-fired and wind and also educated participants on the benefits of carbon capture and the land stewardship efforts at Coteau Properties’ Freedom Mine.

Can't Wait to See You! Congratulations on being selected to join the Energy Trail Tour sponsored by your rural electric cooperative (REC). We hope the trip will be informative and fun! You will get a chance to make friends with members from several RECs in the NIPCO and Corn Belt Power systems. Download the Energy Trail Tour Participant Guidebook Download PDF Know Before You Go! The bus will leave NIPCO headquarters at 8 am SHARP Wednesday morning. Please plan to arrive between 7:15-7:45* so you can park and check-in your luggage. We will provide coffee and rolls at check-in. *Please do not arrive prior to 7:15 am. We request that you park in the NIPCO south parking lot (see map on page 16 of the above Energy Trail Tour Participant Guidebook ). If you wish to consider carpooling with others from your cooperative, a list of the other participants is enclosed. Please consider the following items before you go: The motorcoach has 4-5 steps and requires you to navigate them as you step on/off the bus several times each day. We want to ensure you have the best possible experience while on our tour so please consider the level of mobility as it pertains to taking stairs over the course of our three-day adventure. If you have a pacemaker or defibrillator, be aware the Oahe Powerhouse can pose an electrical problem . Please check with your doctor about this stop on the tour. Canes and walkers are not permitted in the electric generation facilities, as it is a safety hazard. You must present a picture ID card to tour the Oahe Powerhouse. A driver's license is sufficient identification. Wear casual clothing and comfortable shoes. We will be walking through the Oahe Powerhouse and Antelope Valley generation station, as well as some other shops. Closed-toe shoes are required when we tour the Antelope Valley Generating Station. No sandals, flip flops or high heels are allowed. Also bring a light jacket; sometimes it gets a little cool on the bus. There is a swimming pool and hot tub at both hotels, so you may want to bring a bathing suit. Both hotels are 100% smoke-free. We'll play some games and have plenty of snacks as we ride along. There are morning and afternoon stretch breaks planned for each day. Also, we rotate bus seats at various stops, so no one gets stuck in the same seat for the entire trip. You may want to bring a small pillow and blanket for catnaps on the bus. Accommodations If you are coming from quite a distance and want to stay in Le Mars Tuesday night, you will need to make your own reservations. Recommended lodging accommodations are: Holiday Inn Express (Le Mars): 712-546-1700 Baymont Inn & Suites (Le Mars): 712-548-4910 Inn On Central (Le Mars): 712-389-0318 If you are staying in Le Mars Tuesday night, you may be interested in visiting the Blue Bunny® Ice Cream Parlor at 115 Central Avenue N.W. in downtown Le Mars; open until 9 pm. Our days are long but full of adventure! Please review the Energy Trail Tour Participant Guidebook for lots of useful tour information. If you have any additional questions, contact Angela Catton (acatton@nipco.coop , 712-546-3505 ). We look forward to meeting you and learning all about where your power is generated on an adventurous 3-day tour! Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative Angela L. Catton Vice President of Communications and Development acatton@nipco.coop office: 712-546-3505

Executive Vice President & General Manager Matt Washburn Executive Vice President & General Manager Matt Washburn has been employed at NIPCO since 2001. He was named Executive Vice President and General Manager in January of 2016. Prior to his service in this role, Matt held the position of Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer and served in this capacity since 2014. Throughout his tenure with NIPCO, Matt has also served as Vice President of Management Services & Chief Financial Officer as well as Chief Operating Officer of NIPCO Development Corporation, a subsidiary of the Cooperative, from 2006 until its operations were merged into the Cooperative in 2011. Washburn is responsible for the day-to-day operation and administration of the cooperative and played an integral role in NIPCO’s 2015 entry into Southwest Power Pool, a Regional Transmission Organization. In addition to the overall management of the organization, Washburn oversees the general cooperative management and governance, cultivates relationships with communities in NIPCO's service territory, represents NIPCO on regional, state, and national industry-related boards and committees, measurers the impact of local, state, and national policies that impact NIPCO and its member electric distribution cooperatives, and provides oversight to the economic development efforts of the cooperative. Contact Mail Email Phone 712-546-4141

Nishnabotna Valley RECBryan Greve is a Director on NIPCO's Board of Directors, representing Nishnabotna Valley REC. Bryan began his service on the NIPCO Board of Directors in April of 2019. Bryan Greve Director Representative Bryan Greve is a Director on NIPCO's Board of Directors, representing Nishnabotna Valley REC. Bryan began his service on the NIPCO Board of Directors in April of 2019. Contact Mail Email Phone 712-546-4141

At Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative, our mission is to provide reliable and affordable electricity to our member-owners, while also supporting the economic, social, and environmental well-being of our community. Discover our vision for a sustainable energy future and our goals for achieving it. Learn how we're embracing innovation, collaboration, and responsible stewardship to build a brighter tomorrow for our members and our region. Join us in our mission to power the communities we serve. Mission, Vision, & Goals Our Mission To provide 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. Our Vision To be a “best in class” wholesale energy and related services provider through... Optimum electric service reliability Excellence in member/customer services Partnering with members for load retention and growth Solid quality business practices Exploring business diversification and revenue enhancement opportunities which complement our core business Innovative, forward-thinking, and proactive business decisions and applications Seeking member/customer input and feedback Progressive community involvement Maintaining our local presence Competitive wholesale rates Environmental responsibility Leveraging our networks to foster economic growth in western Iowa Our Goals Rate Competitiveness Achieve and maintain competitive wholesale rates for its member cooperatives through the effective management of system load, efficient use of resources and wholesale rate design. Member Services Continually assess the performance of existing services and identify, evaluate and pursue new services in a member-driven, coordinated manner. Regional Transmission Organization Effectively capitalize on NIPCO’s position as a TO (Transmission Owner) in Southwest Power Pool. Employees Ensure that NIPCO is continually structured and staffed with employees and other outside resources that consistently demonstrate the qualifications and values required to meet our mission and vision. NIPCO Network News Learn more about how NIPCO is delivering on our promises to benefit our members by reading current and archived issues of NIPCO Network News, NIPCO's quarterly newsletter. Learn More

2026 NIPCO Scholarship Program Scholarship Application Status The application period for NIPCO’s 2026 Scholarship Program has officially closed. All applications were due by January 23, 2026 , and we are no longer accepting submissions for this cycle. If you’re planning ahead, we encourage you to apply for our 2027 Scholarship Program , which will open in December 2026 . Each year, NIPCO is proud to support students pursuing higher education as part of our commitment to our members and the communities we serve. Please check back in December for updated application details, eligibility requirements, and deadlines. We look forward to receiving your application next year!

Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative is committed to promoting safety & education in the communities we serve. Learn about our safety programs, which include electrical safety education for schools and community groups, as well as safety training for our employees and contractors. Discover how we promote safe practices in the field and in the workplace, with a commitment to the safety and well-being of our employees, members, and the public. Safety & Education NIPCO provides 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. Education Electricity has been rated as the number one invention of all time. We all depend on electricity to power our lives, but accidents can happen when electricity is improperly used. NIPCO's concern for safety extends beyond our employees. We care deeply about the safety of our members and we encourage you to "plug into" safety. We educate and provide our members with safety materials, trainings, and resources on topics such as safety during harvest, automobile accidents involving power lines, power line safety, summer safety tips, protecting children and pets form electrical hazards, generator safety, electrical safety during a flood, and so much more! Safety in Our Cooperative Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative has always been dedicated to providing safe, reliable and affordable utility service to our members and the communities we serve. The lengths we go to keep you, your family and our linemen safe are a point of pride for us and are never taken lightly. From acquiring new equipment and implementing new procedures – including installation of new breaker systems that react more quickly in case of a disruption – to increasing awareness of back-up generator systems within the cooperative community and supporting the Rural Electric Safety Achievement Program (RESAP), America’s electric cooperatives strive to promote the highest standard of safety. High voltage wires and equipment are a constant danger for cooperative lineworkers, but they can also pose a danger to cooperative members. That is why electric cooperatives are proud to be at the forefront of electrical safety equipment development, as well as electrical safety education. Our line crews participate in regular safety meetings and training sessions. These courses ensure that our employees are constantly reminded of the safety aspect of the job and the importance of using equipment in the safest manner possible. Safety in Our Communities In addition to safety training for employees, NIPCO is continuously raising awareness of electrical safety in our communities by performing demonstrations at local schools and community events. There, we show members just how easy it is for an accident to occur when working with electricity and how to prevent these dangerous, and sometimes deadly, mishaps. We also increase awareness of electrical safety by engaging with volunteer fire departments, emergency medical teams and sheriff’s departments on a regular basis, offering education courses and demonstrations. These programs keep service men and women, as well members of the community, safe. At NIPCO, we know that the more people we have in our communities who are knowledgeable about electrical safety, the safer we all will be. That’s why we strive, every day, to raise awareness of, and encourage development in, electrical safety. NIPCO's 5 to Stay Alive Electric 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. Learn More Safe Fields. Powerful Yields. When you work your fields, you're not just thinking about this season; you're already sowing plans for future yields. You dedicate time and resources to decisions impacting healthy returns for generations. But the most powerful resource you devote to your operation... is YOU. Safety is the number one component of a successful harvest year after year and the most valuable legacy you can leave your family. Planting seeds of safety when working around power lines can be the difference between safe harvests and one interrupted by a costly contact with energized power lines. Take the time to be aware of infrastructure in, on, or above your fields. It's more than a field. It's a life. Learn More

Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative is committed to providing reliable and high-quality telecommunications services to our members. Learn about our fiber optic network, which spans over 2,600 miles across rural Iowa and provides high-speed internet, voice, and video services to our members. Discover how our advanced technology & dedicated staff help us to deliver superior telecommunications services to our members, no matter where they live. Telecommunications Improving System Reliability for Our Members As a utility, telecommunications has been a very important requirement for the reliable operations of Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative. In the early years, telecommunications for NIPCO consisted of either a dedicated telephone line or private radio network. NIPCO has always tried to not be dependent on 3rd party providers for something considered so critical to its daily operations. With that in mind, NIPCO established a large microwave network in the mid-60s to haul its internal data. This system supported NIPCO's communications needs for several decades. In the mid-1990s the FCC reclaimed to licensed radio spectrum utilized by many utilities, including NIPCO, for critical operations and reallocated it to a "new" technology called PCS, or "Personal Communications Systems," - a.k.a. cell phone services. When NIPCO learned of the loss of this critical resource it was determined, based on our original mindset, to stay with a communications system that was owned, managed, and controlled by NIPCO. Thus began a multiyear replacement of our microwave system with a fiber optic ring encompassing the majority of our critical substations in western Iowa. Fast forward several decades and NIPCO, once again, is on the leading edge of utility communications strategy. NIPCO's goal is to connect all of its distribution substations throughout western Iowa, through an intricate fiber optic system in order to provide state-of-the-art data connections to its facilities for developing electric and smart grid needs. This project is underway and is estimated to be completed in 2028. Once completed, NIPCO will have a large fiber optic network reaching into the heart of rural western Iowa, designed and built to support an unlimited communications potential.

Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative is committed to sustainable energy & reducing our carbon footprint. Learn about our efforts to promote renewable energy sources & reduce emissions, including our wind and solar energy initiatives. Join us in our mission to power the future with sustainable energy, with a commitment to promoting renewable energy sources and reducing our carbon footprint for generations to come. Sustainable Energy Iowa's locally owned electric cooperatives have a long history of supporting energy efficiency; in fact, we've been offering cost-effective energy efficiency programs since the late 1980s. These programs include rebates and incentives for various energy-efficient products, such as heat pumps and water heaters. NIPCO and its member cooperatives also offer programs designed to reduce electric demand, such as our Switch Makes Cents load management program. Additionally, NIPCO and its member electric cooperatives continue to upgrade facilities to maximize efficiency, including more efficient transformers and upgrades to substations. Generating, transmitting, and distributing electricity more efficiently helps NIPCO and its member co-ops to manage costs more effectively, ultimately resulting in lower utility bills for our members. Iowa’s electric cooperatives support energy efficiency as part of our continuing commitment to the cooperative principles. First, every electric cooperative is democratically controlled by its members, who elect local representatives from amongst themselves to serve on the cooperative board. These board members, in turn, actively participate in governance and long-term decision-making, including investments in energy efficiency programs. By maintaining local control over energy efficiency, these programs can be tailored to meet the specific needs of the members and communities we serve. Second, electric cooperatives understand the value of education and training. As co-op employees and board members continually receive training to become better equipped to manage day-to-day operations, co-ops also work hard to provide information and education to our members on energy-efficient products and services and how to effectively manage your energy use. Third, electric cooperatives work hard to maintain and enhance the communities we serve. Energy efficiency programs can help reduce additional electricity purchases or the need to build additional electric generation which works to minimize energy costs for our members. Finally, electric cooperatives work in cooperation with other cooperatives to more effectively deliver energy efficiency programs to members. By partnering with other cooperatives, energy efficiency programs can be developed and delivered more effectively and at a lower cost than they could do alone. Working together with other community-focused cooperatives, NIPCO assesses the costs and benefits of each program to determine what to offer to our members. Standardly, we perform four benefit-cost tests to determine the cost-effectiveness of the program. First, the participant cost test determines whether the program is cost-effective from the perspective of the participant in the program. Second, the utility cost test determines whether the program is cost-effective from the perspective of our member cooperatives. Third, the rate payer impact cost test, also referred to as the RIM test, determines whether the program is cost-effective from the perspective of co-op members who do not participate in the program. Finally, the societal test determines whether the program is cost-effective from the perspective of society in general. Ultimately, NIPCO invests in energy efficiency programs to benefit cooperative members living in western Iowa. ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION NIPCO and its membership supports a clean environment and recognizes the need to use energy more efficiently to reduce costs. Learn More ENERGY EFFICIENCY NIPCO provides rebates and incentive programs that are offered to over 31.000 member-owners through our member distribution cooperatives. View More SWITCH MAKES CENTS For over 30 years, NIPCO has committed to the smart management of energy consumption with "Switch Makes Cents." View More RENEWABLE ENERGY NIPCO and its membership supports a clean environment and recognizes the need to use energy more efficiently to reduce costs. Learn More Additional Resources Iowa Energy Center More Information Touchstone Energy® Technologies More Information

Vice President of Engineering & Operations Jayme Huber Vice President of Engineering & Operations Jayme Huber was originally hired at NIPCO in 1993, leaving six years later to take an engineering position with General Electric. During that time, Jayme deployed to Iraq in 2005 and retired from the Army National Guard with twenty years of service in 2007. In 2015, Huber returned to NIPCO, as an Engineer III. Shortly after, he was named Engineering & Operations Manager. Over the past five years, Huber, Engineer III, has played an integral role in managing NIPCO's multi-year Rebuild Plan to upgrade aging infrastructure, much of which was part of NIPCO's original build. Contact Mail Email Phone 712-546-4141

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.