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Kevin Nordt

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Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) at Dairyland Power Cooperative
📍 Ephrata, Washington, United States

Kevin Nordt is the Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer at Dairyland Power Cooperative, bringing over 30 years of experience in the energy industry. His background spans roles as CEO, CFO, and nuclear engineer, focusing on long-term resource strategy, grid modernization, and sustainable power solutions. He holds a masters degree in nuclear engineering from the University of Wisconsin.

Outside of his professional life, Kevin is an advocate for community service, having volunteered with youth academics, college mentor programs, and as a Cub Scout leader. His personal interests include reading, hiking, and listening to jazz music. He is also the Board Chair for Warm Springs Power & Water Enterprises, a tribal-owned business.

He led a major and successful effort to build a high-speed broadband internet network covering all rural areas in Grant County, Washington.

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Experience
19 Years
Current Role
Chief Strategy Officer (CSO)
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Ephrata, Washington, United States
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Priorities

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Advanced Nuclear Power
He is leading Dairyland Power's exploration of small modular reactors (SMRs) and champions advanced nuclear energy to meet future electricity needs and drive economic development.
Energy Transition Strategy
He focuses on developing sustainable and innovative power supply solutions, including wind, solar, and natural gas, to ensure grid reliability during the energy transition.
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Career

Work history

11-2023
Chief Strategy Officer (CSO)
Dairyland Power Cooperative
11-2023
Chief Strategy Officer (CSO)
Dairyland Power Cooperative
1-2022 - 9-2023
Chief Resource Officer, CEO Emeritus
Grant County Public Utility District
11-2011 - 2-2022
Chief Financial Officer
Grant County Public Utility District
12-2006 - 11-2011
Director
Grant County Public Utility District
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Kevin Nordt | Dairyland Power Cooperative. Featured in Dairyland Power Cooperative
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Education
2000 - 2002
computational finance
Oregon Health & Science University
1989 - 1992
ms
University of Wisconsin-Madison
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