Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative

Portable Space Heaters: Protect Yourself from These Common Hazards

Smart Choices

Oct 16, 20232 min read

Portable Space Heaters: Protect Yourself from These Common Hazards

Electric heaters can make your home cozy, but they come with risks. Learn how to stay safe and warm.

115 views0 comments

In the Kitchen: Storing Holiday Leftovers

Smart Choices

Oct 11, 20231 min read

In the Kitchen: Storing Holiday Leftovers

You work hard preparing tasty holiday meals. Make the most of them by safely storing the leftovers.

6 views0 comments

Smart Choices

Oct 11, 20231 min read

In the Kitchen: Storing Holiday Leftovers

You work hard preparing tasty holiday meals. Make the most of them by safely storing the leftovers.

9 views0 comments

Smart Choices

Aug 14, 20232 min read

Your Home: Maintenance Tips for Fall

Here are some simple maintenance tips that will help your family stay safe and comfortable as the season changes.

16 views0 comments

Smart Choices

Aug 10, 20233 min read

Stay Safe During Harvest

Harvest time is a dangerous time. Follow these tips around electrical lines and equipment, and be careful of possible entanglements or falls

9 views0 comments

NIPCO Updated Policy Promotes Cooperative, Community Development

Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative

Jul 31, 20232 min read

NIPCO Updated Policy Promotes Cooperative, Community Development

The updated policy supports partnerships between NIPCO's Class A Members and community project stakeholders.

59 views0 comments

Wagner Re-Elected to Basin Electric Power Co-op Board of Directors

Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative

Jul 31, 20231 min read

Wagner Re-Elected to Basin Electric Power Co-op Board of Directors

Tom Wagner will continue to represent the NIPCO membership on the Basin Electric Power Cooperative Board of Directors.

58 views0 comments

Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative

Jul 31, 20232 min read

Growing Reliability Threats

Today's energy decisions will determine if there are sufficient resources to keep the lights on tomorrow.

30 views0 comments

Touchstone Energy Co-ops Host Booth at Iowa State Fair

Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative

Jul 31, 20231 min read

Touchstone Energy Co-ops Host Booth at Iowa State Fair

The sponsorship provides a valuable opportunity for Iowa co-ops to connect with cooperative members at the Iowa State Fair.

37 views0 comments

Tours Bring Power Supply, Delivery to Members

Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative

Jul 31, 20232 min read

Tours Bring Power Supply, Delivery to Members

Energy Trail Tours provide a first-hand experience to meet the people behind their power supply.

49 views0 comments

NIPCO Breaks Ground on Denison Outpost Facility

Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative

Jul 31, 20233 min read

NIPCO Breaks Ground on Denison Outpost Facility

Construction broke ground on July 10, and is expected to continue through early 2024.

126 views0 comments

Smart Choices

Jul 13, 20231 min read

Connect with Us at the Iowa State Fair

We look forward to connecting with our cooperative members at the Iowa State Fair Aug. 10-20

12 views0 comments

Back to School Safety: Tips for Driving and Walking in School Zones

Smart Choices

Jul 13, 20231 min read

Back to School Safety: Tips for Driving and Walking in School Zones

It's important to be cautious while driving in school zones as large numbers of students are making their way to and from school.

7 views0 comments

Ask an Expert: Household Electricity Use

Smart Choices

Jul 11, 20232 min read

Ask an Expert: Household Electricity Use

How much electricity does the average household use in a year? And are there ways to decrease electricity use?

7 views0 comments

Smart Choices

Jun 6, 20232 min read

Enjoy a Safe Fourth of July

There are many Independence Day traditions but perhaps the most popular is fireworks.

4 views0 comments

Air Source Heat Pumps Are Comfortably Efficient

Smart Choices

Jun 2, 20232 min read

Air Source Heat Pumps Are Comfortably Efficient

Air Source Heat Pumps can provide highly efficient comfort for your home all year long.

13 views0 comments

Ask an Expert: Grill it Safe This Summer

Smart Choices

Jun 2, 20231 min read

Ask an Expert: Grill it Safe This Summer

Stay safe this summer with grilling safety tips from the U.S. Fire Administration.

7 views0 comments

Smart Choices

May 4, 20231 min read

How Do They Do That: Electric Vehicles

How do electric vehicles provide clean, high-performance driving? Peek under the hood and find out!

21 views0 comments

Smart Choices

May 4, 20231 min read

Ask an Expert: Time-of-Day Savings

What are some simple ways to shift energy use to off-peak hours?

11 views0 comments

Electric Co-ops Will Never Gamble on the Reliability, Affordability of Your Power

Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative

Apr 26, 20232 min read

Electric Co-ops Will Never Gamble on the Reliability, Affordability of Your Power

Communities rely on electricity to power critical services and the local economy, and we don't take that responsibility lightly.

36 views0 comments