Iowa Electric Cooperative Living

Iowa's Electric Cooperatives Deliver Strong Message in D.C.

In late September staff from Iowa's electric cooperatives met with Iowa’s Congressional offices to discuss issues facing co-ops and the communities we serve.

Beware of Energy Scams

Reports of scam calls, fake energy rebate offers and phony disconnection threats have increased in recent months. Learn how to protect yourself against scams.

Prep Now for Winter Savings

Just as you pull out your winter gear before you need it, prepping your home for the coming season is a great idea. Follow these steps now to use less energy at home before the winter chill sets in.

Out Back: Orphan Train to Iowa – A Legacy of Family

The orphan train movement transported roughly 200,000 orphaned, abandoned and impoverished children from crowded East Coast cities to rural communities in the Midwest from 1854 to 1929. Learn more about an Iowa family with ties to this movement.

Energy Saving Tip of the Week

Close the Damper When Not in Use

Your fireplace adds ambiance to your home but isn’t necessarily effective at heating it. If you have a wood-burning fireplace, close the damper when your fire is extinguished. An open damper in the winter is an easy exit for the air you paid to heat.

November Recipe Submissions

Pizza & Pasta Recipes

In November, we're looking for readers' pizza and pasta night recipes for our March issue. If we publish your recipe, you'll receive a $25 bill credit from your Iowa electric co-op!

Submit a recipe

Monthly Editor's Choice Contest

Win a Holiday Cookie Press Set!

Just in time for seasonal baking, win a Williams Sonoma cookie press set and Goldtouch Pro nonstick cookie sheet. This prize is perfect for spritz or decorated drop biscuit cookies.

Enter here