Services

Assistance in determining sizing and location of capacitance to improve overall system efficiency.

A three-option service that assists member utilities in fulfilling their net metering service obligation through affordable, cost-based rates. 
Net Metering Flyer - pdf

Identifies abnormal heat in electrical and mechanical systems, helps predict equipment trouble and revenue loss.

Ensures utilities that their large account electric meters are working properly. Click here for more information.

Staff assists MEAN bulk power participants by performing an energy audit, recommending steps to improve energy efficiency and linking utility customers with a grant or loan program.

Staff conduct Integrated Resource Planning studies and develop projections for electric load growth; economical scheduling of generating resources; mutual aid; monitoring of community electrical loads and more.

Aids decision-makers in understanding system costs and determining rates for large and small customers. ►more info

Provides cost comparison between existing electricity wholesale supplier and the Municipal Energy Agency of Nebraska.

An annual survey of electric, water and sewer rates of more than 130 regional municipal utilities, including NMPP members and non-members.

NMPP provides assistance in preparing U.S. Dept. of Energy’s Energy Information Administration EIA-860 (Annual Electric Generator Report), Form EIA-861 (Annual Electric Power Industry Report) and EIA-923 (Annual Power Plant Operations Report). ►see flyer

Assistance completing the Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality’s application for Air Contaminant Source Specific Permit for electric power plants.

Workshops, retreats and forums covering a variety of topics for member communities and their development. Past workshops topics include load management, smart grid operations, net metering, energy efficiency, economic development, and business retention and expansion.

Staff provides developmental tools and resource information to help member communities create quality living and steady growth in your community.

All NMPP members receive complimentary copies of the monthly Essent newsletter that covers news and pertinent information to the membership of NMPP.

This scholarship provides funding for reimbursement of registration/tuition fees for qualifying electric utility training programs. Click here to download a scholarship application. For upcoming training opportunities through the Iowa Association of Municipal Utilities (IAMU) click here. For upcoming training opportunities through Kansas Municipal Utilities click here.

Available for employees and elected officials from MEAN member communities that purchase bulk power under the Schedule M or K power Schedules. Includes training for lineworkers, community development, safety, elected officials or clerks, performance management or APPA-sponsored courses.  ►See scholarship application

Available for MEAN (full schedule M contract only communities) board/management committee members to attend the American Public Power Association's national conference.

PowerManager® – A powerful software package that allows utilities and businesses to handle a diverse range of tasks, including payroll, inventory, billing, accounts receivable, general ledger, accounts payable, budget projection and more. 

Staff assists utilities/communities in designing and producing your utilitiy/community creation of utility newsletter to enhance customer communication. ►Read more

Development of brochure to promote your electric utility.

Development of utility or city logo to enhance image in the community.

An experienced utility superintendent can provide advice on daily utility operations.

NMPP coordinates a mutual aid program between members for disaster recovery and emergency assistance. Click here for more information on the program.

Determines whether your community should own and operate its natural gas system.

Funding for projects and studies that promote innovative energy efficiency. Click here for more details.

NMPP continually monitors issues and advocates on behalf of its membership, keeping the value of local control at the heart of its philosophy.

Provides an experienced utility superintendent that can provide advice on your daily utility operations.