Northwest Public Power Association - NWPPA

Northwest Public Power Association - NWPPA NWPPA represents and serves locally controlled utilities in the Western U.S. and Canada. and Canada who are allied with the electric utility industry.

Northwest Public Power Association (NWPPA) is a not-for-profit trade association of nearly 150 public/people's utility districts, electric cooperatives, municipalities, and crown corporations in the Western U.S. NWPPA also serves the sales and networking needs of approximately 300 Associate Members across the U.S.

The future of public power starts with strong leaders. Applications are now open for NWPPA's Future Utility Executive Le...
07/08/2026

The future of public power starts with strong leaders. Applications are now open for NWPPA's Future Utility Executive Leadership (FUEL) Program. Designed for emerging and aspiring utility leaders, FUEL provides a comprehensive learning experience focused on leadership, utility strategy, finance, governance, customer engagement, and the challenges shaping the future of the industry. Invest in your professional growth and gain the skills, knowledge, and connections to lead with confidence. Learn more and apply today: https://www.nwppa.org/training-and-education/fuel/

Registration is now open for NWPPA's 2026 HR & Labor Relations Conference! Join HR and labor relations professionals fro...
07/07/2026

Registration is now open for NWPPA's 2026 HR & Labor Relations Conference! Join HR and labor relations professionals from across the Northwest for timely education, valuable networking, and practical strategies to help you navigate today's workplace challenges. Register today and secure your spot! Learn more and register: https://www.nwppa.org/conferences/hr-and-labor-relations-conference/

As we celebrate Independence Day, NWPPA wishes you and your loved ones a safe and happy Fourth of July! This year is esp...
07/02/2026

As we celebrate Independence Day, NWPPA wishes you and your loved ones a safe and happy Fourth of July! This year is especially meaningful as we commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States, honoring the nation's history, the communities we serve, and the values that continue to unite us. Please note that the NWPPA office will be closed on Friday, July 3, in observance of the holiday. We will reopen during normal business hours on Monday, July 6. Have a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend!

Looking to grow your leadership skills, expand your network, and connect with inspiring women across the public power in...
07/01/2026

Looking to grow your leadership skills, expand your network, and connect with inspiring women across the public power industry?
Join us July 28-30 in beautiful Santa Rosa, California, for the NWPPA Women in Public Power (WIPP) Conference! This energizing event brings together women from every role and career stage to learn, share experiences, build lasting connections, and gain practical tools you can take back to your utility. Don't miss this opportunity to invest in yourself and your future.
Register today: https://buff.ly/ED7ofFv

⏰ Last chance!Today is the final day to submit your entries for the NWPPA Excellence in Communications (EIC) Awards. Don...
06/30/2026

⏰ Last chance!

Today is the final day to submit your entries for the NWPPA Excellence in Communications (EIC) Awards. Don't miss the opportunity to showcase your best work and be recognized by your public power peers.

Submit your entries by 11:59 p.m. PT today:
https://www.nwppa.org/awards

Good luck to all of this year's entrants!

06/25/2026

The countdown is on! Entries for the Excellence in Communications Awards contest are due June 30—less than a week away.

Need a little last-minute inspiration? Check out this video featuring last year’s winners in the Video and Wild Card categories.

📬 Submit your entries now: www.nwppa.org/awards.

Congratulations to last year’s Video and Wild Card winners: Cordova Electric Cooperative​, Emerald People's Utility District​, La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) , Chelan PUD​, Ravalli Electric Co-op​, Coos-Curry Electric Cooperative, Inc.​, Springfield Utility Board,​ and Inland Power & Light​​.

📢 Good news! We've extended the early bird registration deadline for Manager as Leader: Own Your Role and Build Thriving...
06/24/2026

📢 Good news!

We've extended the early bird registration deadline for Manager as Leader: Own Your Role and Build Thriving Relationships to July 9. Take advantage of discounted pricing and invest in your leadership development. This two-day course is designed to help managers strengthen relationships, build trust, and lead with greater confidence and purpose.

Register today: https://buff.ly/ES7Ktq8

06/23/2026

Submitting a photo into the Excellence in Communications Awards contest is quick and easy. All you need to provide is a short description and the photo itself. Plus, each photo will automatically be entered in the People’s Choice Awards contest and displayed at the welcome reception!

Enter your photo and other communications projects at www.nwppa.org/awards today. All entries are due by 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time on June 30.

Congratulations to last year’s Photography and People’s Choice winners: Cordova Electric Cooperative​, Jefferson County Pud #1, Idaho Falls Power​, Snohomish County PUD, Sun River Electric Cooperative, Inc.​ Coos-Curry Electric Cooperative, Inc.,​ and Golden Valley Electric Assn.

Today, we recognize the day slavery ended in the United States. On June 19, 1865, federal troops had arrived in Galvesto...
06/19/2026

Today, we recognize the day slavery ended in the United States. On June 19, 1865, federal troops had arrived in Galveston, Texas, and General Gordon Granger issued General Order No. 3, announcing, “the people of Texas are informed that, in accordance with a proclamation from the Executive of the United States, all slaves are free.”

Last week we wrapped up our Flipping the Switch session with Skip Collier and Julie Ryan, and we’re already looking ahea...
06/18/2026

Last week we wrapped up our Flipping the Switch session with Skip Collier and Julie Ryan, and we’re already looking ahead to next spring! Join us for Flipping, a four-day training boot camp that combines Electric Utility Business Fundamentals and Electric Utility System Operations into one powerful learning experience. You'll start with the “why” of public power, including terminology, wholesale power markets, regulatory basics, and workforce trends, then move into the technical side of the system with generation, transmission, distribution, and how utility equipment works together to keep power flowing. Perfect for new employees, HR onboarding, or anyone ready to build a stronger foundation in the electric utility industry. More details and registration coming soon.

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9817 NE 54th Street, Ste 200
Vancouver, WA
98662

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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