Who we are

We bring electricity to rural communities in New Hampshire.

Our impact

Founded in 1939

The Co-op began with a simple goal: to bring electricity to rural communities in New Hampshire. Today, we have more than 88,000 members across 118 communities, powering homes, businesses and critical municipal and health care infrastructure. 

In 2020, our mission evolved when our members asked us to deliver high-speed internet in the same way we brought electricity to rural New Hampshire.  We launched NH Broadband which provides high-speed fiber internet access to those who have traditionally been unserved or underserved. 

Community
The Co-op  believes in the power of cooperation.
Your membership helps shape our future.

Together, we’re building a stronger,
more connected New Hampshire. 

The Cooperative Difference

Membership in an electric cooperative is a powerful thing. It means you have an energy partner you can trust to look out for your community’s best interests. It means you have a voice.
Unlike traditional utilities, our focus isn’t on profits — it’s on serving our community.
Principle 1
Voluntary and Open Membership 

Cooperatives are voluntary organizations, open to all people able to use its services and willing to accept the responsibilities of membership without gender, social, racial, political or religious discrimination.

Principle 2
Democratic Member Control

Cooperatives are democratic organizations controlled by their members—those who buy the goods or use the services of the cooperative—who actively participate in setting policies and making decisions. 

Principle 3
Member’s Economic Participation

Members contribute equally to, and democratically control, the capital of the cooperative. This benefits members in proportion to the business they conduct with the cooperative rather than on the capital invested. 

Principle 4
Autonomy and Independence 

Cooperatives are autonomous, self-help organizations controlled by their members. If the Co-op enters into agreements with other organizations or raises capital from external sources, it is done so based on terms that ensure democratic control by the members and maintains the cooperative’s autonomy.

Principle 5
Education, Training, and Information  

Cooperatives provide education and training for members, elected representatives, managers and employees so they can contribute effectively to the development of their cooperative. Members also inform the general public about the nature and benefits of cooperatives. 

Principle 6
Cooperation Among Cooperatives

Cooperatives serve their members most effectively and strengthen the cooperative movement by working together through local, national, regional and international structures.

Principle 7
Concern for Community 

While focusing on member needs, cooperatives work for the sustainable development of communities through policies and programs accepted by the members. 

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Empowering our members to thrive through our cooperative commitment to serving their needs. 
Our Purpose
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Our purpose is to empower our members by delivering the highest quality service and building a trusted partnership.
Our Mission
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We aim to deliver affordable and reliable electric and broadband services to its members.
Our Values
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Safety, Our Members, and Intergrity

Key Areas of Strategic Focus

2024-2029
This five-year strategic plan is how we’ll preserve and protect our legacy and expand and enhance our members’ capacity to thrive in a complex world. 
Reliability

It takes a lot to keep the power on. That’s why we’re making strategic investments in infrastructure to ensure that our members can depend on reliable electricity to power their lives.

For our members

New Hampshire Electric Cooperative puts you, our owner-members, first. We are nonprofit and governed by the democratic process.
You are at the center of everything we do.

Financial Information

We believe in open communication and transparency. That’s why we make all business-related documents readily available for download by our members and the public.

Meeting Minutes

The Board of Directors meets monthly. View upcoming meeting agendas and past meeting minutes.

Annual Reports

View our annual reports to learn more about financial performance, operational highlights and community impact.

Bylaws

Our Code of Bylaws outlines the principles and procedures that guide New Hampshire Electric Cooperative.

Capital Credits

When the Co-op “earns a profit,” a portion of that equity is allocated to you as a member-owner. This equity, known as Capital Credits.

Sustainability

We are committed to being good stewards of the environment so we can pass on a better world for future generations.

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