In the latest #PublicPowerNow, Paul Zummo, Director for Research & Development at APPA, details the application process for DEED’s Spring 2025 Grant Applications, due by February 15. ow.ly/fPku50UTmWh

We know there are a TON of dedicated and selfless individuals working for the municipalities we serve -- consider nominating one for our annual awards to be presented at our upcoming NMPP Energy Annual Conference! nmppenergy.org/annual-confere…

The Southwest Power Pool is operating under its Conservative Operations status this morning until an anticipated end of 1 p.m. (CT). Information on SPP's current grid status is found in the link: spp.org/markets-operat…

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Broken Bow community and any others braving the cold temperatures today. 1011now.com/2025/02/20/rep…

The room block rate for the 2025 NMPP Energy Annual Conference expires Feb. 26 so book your room now and see you at the Conference March 18-20! nmppenergy.org/annual-confere…

The dates and locations are set for the Municipal Energy Agency of Nebraska's Spring Utility Training Sessions! nmppenergy.org/news/mean-spri…

The Nebraska Municipal Power Pool's mutual aid program was used to get power restored after a blizzard knocked out power in the Wahoo, Neb., area. Public power utilities working together works! #publicpower ketv.com/article/wahoo-…

NERC’s 2025 SRA finds an elevated risk of supply shortfalls during above-normal electricity demand, periods of low wind and solar output, and wide-area heat. System operators in many parts of North America face challenges meeting peak electricity demand. ow.ly/bWer50VSLsg

Today, PHMSA announced over $56M in grant opportunities to support pipeline and hazardous materials safety efforts nationwide through community and environmental projects, first responder training, and public education on local safety initiatives. Learn more:

The June issue of NMPP Energy News is out! flipsnack.com/nmppenergy/jun…

Check out the July issue of NMPP Energy news! flipsnack.com/nmppenergy/jul…

SPP is issuing a Conservative Operations Advisory for the entire SPP balancing authority (BA) effective Tues., July 29 from 1:50 p.m. CT until 8:00 p.m. CT. Conservative Operations Advisories do not require the public to conserve energy. Learn more: bit.ly/3O4jJ0h

Check out the August issue of NMPP Energy News! flipsnack.com/nmppenergy/aug…

The September newsletter is online! flipsnack.com/nmppenergy/sep…

SPP’s Board has approved the High Impact Large Load (HILL) policy to help connect major electricity users—like AI data centers and manufacturers—while ensuring reliability and affordability for the region. Read more: spp.org/news-list/sout…

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The grid is strained. Demand for electricity is surging. CEO, American Public Power Association (APPA) Scott Corwin joins Energy Central's Power Perspectives podcast to explain why permitting reform is critical for #PublicPower communities and what solutions look like. 🎧 Watch: ow.ly/Wsuo50X12B9

Great conversations happening at the NMPP Energy booth during this week’s League of Nebraska Municipalities conference! Rich Eymann and Nicole Kubik were on hand to share information and connect with community leaders. #NMPP #PoweringCommunities #PublicPower #LONM2025

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Nebraska Municipal Power Pool, which ultimately evolved into the NMPP Energy coalition of organizations. This video tells the story of communities working together to find energy solutions! youtube.com/watch?v=rH0XdQ…