The Iowa Association of Electric Cooperatives (IAEC) represents 36 distribution cooperatives and 8 generation and transmission cooperatives which power the lives of 650,000 Iowans every day. Formed by the rural electric cooperatives in 1942, IAEC performs many vital functions for its members, including: - legislative representation at the state and national levels - safety programs, demonstrations and campaigns - energy efficiency programs - education and training programs - communication resources and services - youth leadership and advocacy - statewide disaster planning and power restoration - review and monitoring of utility regulations - publish and distribute Living with Energy in Iowa, a monthly magazine for rural Iowans