“Public power” means a community owns and operates its own electric utility, distributing energy to its residents. For over 100 years, consumer-owned, not for profit electric utilities have brought low–cost reliable electric service to customers throughout the United States. Nationally, 1 out of 4 customers is served by a public power company that is owned and operated by local or state governments or rural cooperatives.
To develop and unite public utility professionals by advancing their knowledge, capabilities and voice in the public power industry and workplace.
To be the best and most advanced utility resource and training organization in the Northeast.
APPA Celebrating Public Power 2020
MEAM on Public Power of Massachusetts
NEPPA’s mission is to develop and unite public utility professionals by advancing their knowledge, capabilities, and voice in the industry and workplace. To fulfill that mission, the NEPPA Board of Directors, Committees and Staff invested a great deal of time and energy over the past year in revising our strategic plan.
We are pleased to share the 2021-2023 Strategic Plan which will serve as our roadmap for enacting NEPPA’s vision to be the most valuable utility resource and training organization in the Northeast. Click here to view
NEPPA’s annual Apprentice Lineworker Program Skill Assessment Rodeo will be held Wednesday, June 17 – Thursday, June 18, 2026 at NEPPA’s Training Center (200 New Estate Road, Littleton, MA 01460). Each year, students from our apprentice lineworker program participate in a Skill Assessment Rodeo. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical […]
In Partnership with:This 1-day hands-on skill training is held in-person on Wednesday, July 8th from 8:00 am – 3:00 pm at the NEPPA Training Center (200 New Estate Road, Littleton MA 01460). The session involves a mix of classroom learning and skill based practice in the yard. Who Should Attend This program is designed for Electric […]
PER-338 Cybersecurity in a Resource Constrained Environment for Public and Rural Utilities (16 hr. Instructor-Led Course) Offered through the National Cybersecurity Preparedness Consortium (NCPC) and developed by Norwich University Applied Research Institutes (NUARI), this course examines cybersecurity in the context of community and critical infrastructure protection. It bridges policy, operations, and technology to help […]
NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. Eligibility: To enroll, student must be currently employed at a public power utility or contractor and be 18 years […]
NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. Eligibility: To enroll, student must be currently employed at a public power utility or contractor and be 18 years […]
NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. Eligibility: To enroll, student must be currently employed at a public power utility or contractor and be 18 years […]
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 | 8:00 am - 2:00 pmNEPPA Training Center - 200 New Estate Road, Littleton MA 01460 Industry days are packed full of hands-on demos, introducing you to new and innovative products. Hosted by one our affiliate members, attendees get access to learn, ask questions and see up close, what is up […]
NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. Eligibility: To enroll, student must be currently employed at a public power utility or contractor and be 18 years […]
2026 Hot Work Essentials - NEW THIS YEAR! Tuesday, September 8, 2026 - Thursday, September 20, 2026 (7:30 am - 2:30 pm)NEPPA Training Center, 200 New Estate Road, Littleton, MA 01460 The 3-day course is designed to explain and demonstrate the need for lineworkers to apply cover-up while working on energized conductors, parts, and equipment […]
The Metering II Program is a 3-day course heldTuesday, September 8th - Thursday, September 10th, 2026 from 8am-2pm at the NEPPA Training Center (200 New Estate Road, Littleton, MA 01460)NEPPA’s Metering II Program is designed to build upon the introductory concepts of Metering I. Metering II explores advanced application of concepts, how to apply theory […]
Crew LeadershipSeptember 15 - 17, 2026 - NEPPA's Training Center (200 New Estate Rd., Littleton, MA)3-day program (8:00 am - 2:00 pm) The Crew Leadership Program is meant to equip participants with next-level leadership tools to run stronger crews, improve performance in the field, and drive efficient, standards-compliant operations. Upon successful completion of the Program, […]
NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. Eligibility: To enroll, student must be currently employed at a public power utility or contractor and be 18 years […]
