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A Short History of Daylight Saving Time and a Quick Reminder
Why do we adjust our clocks twice a year...and how can this annual practice also serve as a safety reminder?
Smart Choices
Feb 263 min read
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Small Heaters Can Lead to Bigger Bills
Sometimes consumers turn to space heaters for additional warmth, which can boost winter heating bills. How to heat safely and efficiently.
Smart Choices
Feb 63 min read
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Statewide Perspective: Protecting Electric Service Territory is our Top 2025 Legislative Priority
Iowa Statewide Association's Ethan Hohenadel advocates for Iowa's rural electric cooperatives to preserve Iowa's electric service territory.
Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative
Jan 272 min read
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Powering Forward: How NIPCO is Adapting to Changing Energy Needs
Discover how NIPCO's cooperative energy solutions are evolving to meet changing energy needs. Learn about our innovative cooperative energy.
Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative
Jan 274 min read
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NIPCO Members Advocate for Reliability, Affordability During Winter Meetings
NIPCO's annual joint legislative meeting provides an outstanding opportunity to educate state and federal lawmakers on the co-op industry.
Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative
Jan 272 min read
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Save the Date: 2025 NIPCO Annual Meeting – Tuesday, April 1, 2025
Preliminary introduction to NIPCO's 2025 Annual Meeting set for Tuesday, April 1 at the Stoney Creek Hotel Rivers Bend Conference Center.
Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative
Jan 271 min read
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2024 NIPCO Matching Donation Program
NIPCO's Matching Donation Program to support civic and charitable projects and organizations make an impact in the communities we serve.
Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative
Jan 271 min read
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Resolve to Save More in 2025
It’s a new year! It's the perfect time to focus on efficiency and take advantage of our money-saving programs.
Smart Choices
Dec 20, 20242 min read
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2024-5 Winter Reliability Forecast Optimistic
While the 2024-2025 winter energy reliability outlook is optimistic, the electric grid still faces long-term challenges.
Smart Choices
Dec 20, 20242 min read
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NIPCO Hosts 2024 Annual Member Golf Invitational
NIPCO hosted its annual golf invitational at Dakota Dunes Country Club, where 76 golfers from the NIPCO family of electric cooperatives.
Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative
Oct 30, 20241 min read
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The Cost of Reliability: Powering Western Iowa’s Future
NIPCO is committed to powering western Iowa into the future. The value of NIPCO's service & reliability goes beyond keeping the lights on!
Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative
Oct 30, 20243 min read
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Simple Steps to Become a Co-op Voter
Co-ops Vote is a program that provides access to resources and information for co-op members to vote...with co-op issues in mind.
Smart Choices
Oct 17, 20242 min read
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Hunter Safety: Stay Safe Around Electrical Equipment
Six essential safety tips for hunters to prevent accidents and ensure a safe hunting experience for you and your family.
Smart Choices
Oct 17, 20241 min read
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How to Improve the Security of Your Smart Home
With a smart home system, there’s always a risk of hackers invading privacy and gaining access to personal information
Smart Choices
Sep 27, 20242 min read
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Celebrating the Power of Community: October is National Co-op Month
October is National Co-op Month. Let’s celebrate the power of cooperation and the strength of our community.
Smart Choices
Sep 27, 20242 min read
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5 Signs That You Need a New Heating System
How do you know when it’s time to replace your heating system? Here’s what to look for.
Smart Choices
Sep 12, 20242 min read
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How to Find the Right Generator Size for Your Home
A generator can provide reliable backup power, but only if it’s sized correctly to fit your needs.
Smart Choices
Sep 12, 20241 min read
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Weathering the Storms: NIPCO Faces Summer Challenges
In recent months, western Iowa communities served by NIPCO have been impacted by severe weather events summer floods.
Angela Catton
Aug 6, 20241 min read
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2024 Energy Trail Tours Bring Power Supply, Delivery to Members
This summer, Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative (NIPCO), in partnership with Corn Belt Power Cooperative, sent 116 cooperative...
Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative
Aug 2, 20242 min read
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Sounding the Alarm: Federal Energy Policy Threatens Electric Reliability
Chuck Soderberg, Executive Vice President of the Iowa Association of Electric Cooperatives, warns that recent federal energy policies...
Rachel Rogers
Jul 31, 20244 min read
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