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Cooperative Principle 2: Your Vote, Your Voice
The second Cooperative Principle is Democratic Member Control. Your vote. Your voice. Your power. That's the cooperative way.
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Feb 9
Watts Love Got to Do With It? Everything that Powers You!
Your electric cooperative helps to power the moments you love and the connections that matter. Reliable energy isn’t just power; it’s what connects us.
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Jan 17
Register for the Febuary Momentum is Building Conference
The Momentum is Building Conference offers contractors opportunities to earn CEUs and network with fellow trades professionals and industry experts.
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Jan 17
The Seven Co-op Principles and the Value of Membership
The Seven Cooperative Principles guide every decision we make in our mission to serve our members. In January, we look at the first principle: Voluntary and Open Membership.
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Dec 13, 2025
Iowa Co-ops Announce Details for 2026 Momentum is Building Conference
Registration is now open for the 2026 Momentum is Building Conference, offering opportunities for contractors to earn CEUS and to network with fellow trades pros and industry experts.
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Nov 19, 2025
Our Co-op is "Powered by Purpose"
This National Cooperative Month, we challenge you to discover everything your cooperative membership offers.
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Sep 18, 2025
Help Us Shine the Light on Community Volunteers in June
Nominate someone making a difference in your community for the Shine the Light contest by June 30, and they could win $3,000 for their local charity or nonprofit.
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May 22, 2025
Lineworkers are Wired for Service
Lineworker Appreciation Day is April 14, a moment to reflect on the essential role lineworkers play in our daily lives.
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Mar 20, 2025
Finding Our Cooperative's Pot of Gold
St. Patrick's Day reminds us of how lucky we are to serve our member-owners and serve as a powerful presence in our community.
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Feb 22, 2025
Register for the Annual Momentum is Building Conference
Registration details for the 2025 energy efficiency and building trades conference geared to educate contractors and their staff.
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Nov 20, 2024
Simple Steps to Become a Co-op Voter
Co-ops Vote provides access to resources and information for co-op members to vote...with co-op issues in mind.
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Oct 22, 2024
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.
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Sep 23, 2024
Shining the Light on Community Volunteers
Iowa electric cooperatives encourage their members to participate in the statewide Shine the Light contest in June.
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Apr 23, 2024
April Honors Our Lineworkers
On April 8, 2024, we celebrate Lineworker Appreciation Day to honor the men and women who power life.
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Mar 18, 2024
Dos and Don'ts: Poison Safety
Keep your family safe by storing chemicals properly and following label directions.
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Feb 19, 2024
How Seven Co-op Principles Allow Us to Serve with L-O-V-E
Valentine's Day is a great time to explain how the seven cooperative principles allow us to serve you with L-O-V-E.
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Jan 13, 2024
Network, Earn CEUs at 2024 Building Trades Conference
The Momentum is Building Conference connects Iowa's construction industry with local electric cooperatives' services and resources.
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Nov 13, 2023
Celebrating National Co-op Month
Electric co-ops exist to serve our members, with affordable, reliable energy and following these 7 cooperative principles.
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Sep 12, 2023
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.
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Jul 13, 2023
Ask an Expert: Time-of-Day Savings
What are some simple ways to shift energy use to off-peak hours?
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May 15, 2023
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