MESSAGE FROM BOARD PRESIDENT JACQUE SIKES AND GENERAL MANAGER RYAN ELARTON
Providing our members with safe, reliable, affordable electricity with a service-first mindset is the foundation of everything we do at San Isabel Electric. As we reflect on another year of serving you, the members of San Isabel Electric, we want to express our gratitude to the people who make it all possible: our employees, our […]
The Legend of Kahuna: Honoring Colorado’s Most Famous Elk
Park rangers and town officials have been trying to educate onlookers for decades to stay at least 75 feet away from elk, but teaching naive viewers to keep their distance has been a challenge, especially in autumn when thousands of tourists pour into the area to witness the fall rut, attend the annual Estes Elk […]
Co-ops Defend Against AI-Powered Cyber Threats
In November 2021, Delta-Montrose Electric Association suffered one of the worst cyberattacks in the history of electric utilities in the United States. Though the attack did not result in outages or disclosure of member data, it corrupted decades’ worth of records and disabled DMEA’s billing, telephones, email, and other systems. It required many weeks of […]
Find Hidden Energy Users at Home
Q: This summer, I programmed my thermostat to the recommended settings for energy efficiency. What else can I do to save energy in my home? A: It is easy to overlook the hidden energy users in our homes. Yet, every plugged-in device and ready-to-use appliance can lead to higher electric bills. Let’s see if we […]
Eggs Benedict: A weekend favorite made simple
Skip the restaurant and bring this classic brunch dish to your kitchen. Rich, creamy, and savory hollandaise sauce atop poached eggs on a perfectly toasted English muffin make for an irresistible flavor and texture. INGREDIENTS Hollandaise Sauce Eggs Benedict INSTRUCTIONS TIP: If your hollandaise thickens too much or seizes, slowly whisk in a little bit […]
NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS
Rist Canyon Volunteer Fire Department In the mountains west of Fort Collins, neighbors are more than just the people down the road — they’re often your first line of help in an emergency. That’s the spirit fueling the Rist Canyon Volunteer Fire Department (RCVFD) and keeping it strong for 50 years. Assistant Chief Carol Dollar, […]
Reliable, Safe, and Affordable Power
Our mission, and the primary job of an electric cooperative, is to deliver electricity to its member-owners in a reliable, safe, and affordable manner. This has always been a challenging job, and it is not getting any easier. K.C. Electric Association employees do a great job maintaining and improving our electric grid. We have invested […]
The Power of Preparation
With severe weather events occurring now more than ever, it makes sense to be prepared. During a prolonged power outage or other emergency, this means having enough food, water, and supplies to last at least a few days. Here at Y-W Electric Association, Inc., we care about your safety. Planning for an emergency today can […]
Helping You Save
Are you interested in saving money, reducing your environmental footprint, or modernizing your home? Empire Electric Association’s Residential Energy Efficiency Rebate Program delivers a powerful incentive package to help offset the initial cost of high-efficiency appliances, HVAC systems, outdoor electric powered equipment, and more. Upfront costs for energy-efficiency upgrades and home improvements can be a […]
TARANTULAS, TRAINS, and TRADE
Find adventure in La Junta La Junta lies on the high plains of the Arkansas River Valley where the Purgatory and Arkansas rivers meet. Spanish for “the junction,” La Junta was an excellent place for settlers heading West to stop for rest and to trade. Trade and travel have made La Junta what it is […]