An Evolving Power Market
While Empire Electric Association continues to see modest load growth in our area, some parts of the nation are experiencing a far more rapid pace, and the overall impact on the wholesale electricity market is an increase in the cost for the facilities required to generate and deliver safe and reliable power. This, coupled with […]
Keeping Rates Fair and Transparent
Whenever we at Grand Valley Power discuss electric rates, you’ll likely hear the term “cost-of-service study.” At its basic premise, this study helps us understand what it costs to provide electricity to our members — and that’s true, but there’s a bit more behind it. A cost-of-service study blends accounting, finance, economics, and engineering to […]
Propane Heat vs. Electric Heat Pumps: Is it time to make the switch?
Replacing a propane heating system with an electric heat pump is one of the most practical ways to reduce energy costs, improve comfort, and decrease dependence on delivered fuels. Heat pumps can lower heating costs by up to 50% while providing both heating and cooling from a single system. Unlike propane furnaces, heat pumps do […]
Understanding Your Electric Bill
August is typically one of the warmest months of the year, and that means air conditioners across our community are working overtime to keep homes comfortable. During periods of extreme heat, many members may see an increase in their electric bill and wonder what factors contribute to the cost of electricity. At Highline Electric Association, […]
80th Annual Meeting Recap
Thank you to all of our members who attended K.C. Electric Association’s 80th Annual Meeting in Seibert. I know June is a busy time of year for our membership and I’m grateful for the members who could attend the meeting. K.C. Electric is served by a nine-person board of directors that is elected by the […]
Powered by People
The utility industry has changed significantly over the years and so has Morgan County REA. Our grid is as complex as it’s ever been, with the addition of new technologies and improved equipment. Both the system itself and our day-to-day operations look different than they did 60, 30, or even just 15 years ago. When […]
Committed to Safety: Wildfire Risk & Outage Response Changes
As both a member of Mountain View Electric Association and your CEO, I know many of you have noticed an increase in power outages and longer restoration times recently. I have as well. For those who have reached out with questions or frustrations, I want you to know that we hear you. When the power […]
The Aspen Acres Fire
Our beloved communities in southern Colorado have been devastated by the Aspen Acres Fire. When I am writing this column, the fire has burned over 99,000 acres and is 36% contained. High winds and dry conditions have made it spread far and fast. We have all seen the destruction and impact the fire is having […]
Wildfire Mitigation: Preparing today for a resilient tomorrow
This past year has been unusually hot and dry in the central Colorado Rockies and all over Colorado, which has seen conditions that are prime for elevated wildfire risk and multiple wildfires. As temperatures remain high and moisture continues to trend low, wildfire mitigation is more important than ever. Sangre de Cristo Electric Association prioritizes […]
Making Sense of Your Electric Bill
August is typically one of the warmest months of the year, and that means air conditioners across our community are working overtime to keep homes comfortable. During periods of extreme heat, many members may see an increase in their electric bill and wonder what factors contribute to the cost of electricity. At Southeast Colorado Power […]