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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.

11/02/2026

NWPPA has partnered with E&M Consulting, Inc. to produce our 2027-2028 Northwest Electric Utility Directory. E&M will be managing the project, including advertising sales and layout/graphic design, and will be contacting all members about the advertising opportunities available. They are highly professional and produce a high-quality publication, and we ask that you give them a moment of your time. The publication will be distributed to every member - a great opportunity to promote and give your company additional exposure.
To view the ad rates/options and sign-up online, please visit: https://buff.ly/JCBhOzP
If you have any questions or want to advertise, please contact an E&M sales associate at 800-572-0011 ext. 0104 or [email protected]. As always, your support is greatly appreciated!

10/29/2026

2027 is shaping up to be a great year for public power!
From engineering and operations to communications, leadership, and emerging industry challenges, NWPPA's 2027 conferences will bring utility professionals together to share ideas, learn from one another, and build connections across the region.
Whether you're looking to expand your knowledge, connect with industry peers, or discover new solutions to bring back to your utility, there's something for everyone.
Save the dates and start planning your 2027 professional development calendar!
Explore upcoming conferences: https://buff.ly/ZfHB7sM

10/28/2026

Planning is officially underway for the 2027 Engineering & Operations Conference in Reno, Nevada April 12-15.
Today, our E&O Committee is coming together to help shape another outstanding conference for public power professionals. From identifying emerging industry challenges to developing technical sessions and hands-on learning opportunities, their expertise helps ensure the conference delivers valuable education and meaningful connections.
We're grateful for the time, insight, and dedication these committee members bring to making E&O one of NWPPA's premier events.
We can't wait to see what 2027 has in store!
Learn more: https://buff.ly/1XiSvob

10/28/2026

Heading to Anchorage for the Alaska Electric Utility Conference? Make the most of your trip by arriving early for hands-on training and professional development!
AEUC is just three weeks away, and we're offering three pre-conference classes designed to help utility professionals strengthen their technical skills, improve safety, and bring practical knowledge back to their teams.

November 16–17 | Anchorage, Alaska
- Electric Utility System Operations: Understand how generation, transmission, and distribution work together.

November 17 | Anchorage, Alaska
- Interconnection of Residential Solar and Battery Energy Storage Systems: Navigate evolving standards and interconnection challenges.

- High-Voltage Safety Tool Competence Workshop: Gain hands-on experience with essential safety tools and field practices.

Whether you work in the field, support utility operations, or lead a team, there's an opportunity to expand your knowledge before the conference begins.

Explore the classes and register today: https://buff.ly/BnhSpUx

10/27/2026

Great work deserves recognition! Nominations are now open for NWPPA's 2027 Annual Awards.
Each year, NWPPA honors the individuals and organizations making a lasting impact on public power and the communities they serve.

Help us recognize outstanding leadership, dedication, and service by submitting a nomination for one of our five awards:
- Life Member Award
- Paul J. Raver Community Service Award
- John M. George Public Service Award
- William “Bill” McCrorie Distinguished Service Award
- Homer T. Bone Award
Award recipients will be recognized at NWPPA's 2027 Annual Conference & Membership Meeting.

Know someone who deserves recognition? Take a moment to nominate a colleague, leader, or organization making a difference in public power.
View award criteria and submit your nomination: https://buff.ly/3QHjpAr

10/26/2026

If your October Bulletin just landed in your mailbox or if you've simply not had time to read it yet, there's still time to track down the hidden hard hat! We've extended the deadline for the contest through this Friday, Oct. 30, so you can still enter for a chance to win a $25 gift card. See page 15 of the Bulletin for details on how to enter: https://buff.ly/TdiB8nb.

Congratulations to Alyson Dean of Jefferson County PUD, who received a gift card for finding the hard hat in the September Bulletin!

10/26/2026

As energy demands grow and the power landscape evolves, utilities across the West are navigating new challenges in reliability, resource planning, and affordability.
NWPPA's Power Supply Conference brings together regional experts and utility professionals to explore the issues shaping the future of public power, from resource adequacy and transmission constraints to emerging technologies and market opportunities.
Attendees will gain valuable regional perspectives, practical insights, and strategies to support reliable, affordable power for the communities they serve.
Learn more about the conference: https://buff.ly/5iSz7hY

10/22/2026

Data centers are transforming the energy landscape, bringing new opportunities and challenges for utilities across the Northwest.
Join NWPPA at the Data Center Conference on January 28, 2027, as utility professionals and industry experts come together to explore the growing demand for power, infrastructure planning, and the impacts of data center development on public power communities.
From managing large loads to balancing reliability, costs, and long-term planning, this conference will provide valuable insights and opportunities to connect with peers facing similar challenges.
Learn more and register: https://buff.ly/fncwMtv

10/21/2026

Wildfire preparedness is no longer just a seasonal concern for utilities across the West. It's a year-round responsibility that requires planning, collaboration, and adapting to new challenges.
At NWPPA's Wildfires: What Utilities Need to Know Conference, utility professionals will come together to share lessons learned, explore emerging technologies, and discuss practical strategies for reducing wildfire risk.
From vegetation management and system hardening to emergency response coordination and evolving regulations, the conversations will focus on what utilities can do today to strengthen resilience while keeping customer affordability in mind.
Join your industry peers to exchange ideas, learn what's working at other utilities, and bring actionable strategies back to your organization.
Learn more and register: https://buff.ly/Qm0c81L

10/21/2026

There's no substitute for hands-on learning, especially when it comes to substation safety.

NWPPA's Fall Substation Boot Camp brought utility professionals together for a combination of classroom instruction, practical exercises, and real-world learning in the field.

Led by instructor Mark Forster, attendees explored substation switching, electrical fundamentals, grounding and bonding, handheld meter safety, and safety leadership. The experience also included a substation tour led by Chris Wallace of Seattle City Light, with additional insights from longtime Seattle City Light employee and fellow attendee Rusty Welshon.

A big thank you to Chris and Seattle City Light for helping coordinate the tour and sharing their expertise, and to Mark for leading another valuable training experience.

It's opportunities like these that help utility professionals strengthen their skills, learn from one another, and bring safer practices back to their crews.

Explore NWPPA's training opportunities: https://www.nwppa.org/training-and-education/

Address

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

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

(360) 254-0109

Website

http://www.nwppa.org/

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