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Co-op Programs

Discover all the programs and offerings your electric cooperative can provide today.

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Our Members

CIPCO is a cooperative owned by 13 member-owned rural electric cooperatives and associations that together provide power to nearly 320 Iowans in 58 counties across Iowa. Find out more about each of our Member-owners below.

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Renewable Energy Projects

As a 24/7 energy provider, CIPCO is able to meet its Member-owners' needs with a diverse fuel mix of coal, hydroelectric, wind, solar, landfill gas, natural gas and oil energy resources.  

Learn more about locally produced energy resources that serve our Iowa members on the map shown below.
 

  1. A percentage of market purchases exist within the portfolio to meet additional supply needs not covered by existing contracts or CIPCO-produced generation. Weather volatility and unplanned operational events at power plants may also impact market purchases.
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Recent News

  • Powering together

    MESSAGE FROM OPERATIONS: Powering together

    Every October, electric cooperatives across the country celebrate National Co-op Month and reflect on the unique advantages of being part of a cooperative. As an electric cooperative, we are guided by the seven cooperative principles. One of those principles is cooperation among cooperatives – something we participate in every day.

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  • LiHEAP

    Message from Member Relations: LIHEAP is here to help

    While the fall weather settles in, KEM Electric Cooperative members will be faced with colder temperatures in the coming months. For some, anticipation of the winter months causes stress and anxiety, wondering how to ensure a warm home– thankfully, there are programs that can help members.

  • Generator

    Generator safety

    The safety of you, our members and our employees is a top priority at KEM Electric Cooperative, especially during uncertain situations. When storms impact our area, KEM Electric employees work safely and diligently to restore electric services as soon as weather conditions allow.

Outage & Storm Center

Visit our Outage & Storm Center to report a power outage, view current outages, find storm safety and preparation tips, learn about common outage causes, and more.

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Serving Our Members Since 1965

40000

Members Served

650836215

kWh Sold Annually

5607

Miles of Line

118851

Residential Rebates Given