Reducing Wildfire Risk
Gone are the days when wildfires were primarily confined to the western United States. Rising temperatures, prolonged drought, and shifting weather patterns are creating dangerous conditions in places that historically experienced few major fires. Today, more than 30 states face elevated wildfire risk. The reality is clear: wildfire risk is no longer regional — it […]
Join Fellow Co-op Members at the 2026 Annual Meeting
It’s that time of year again. Y-W Electric Association, Inc. is gearing up for its annual meeting, which will be held June 9 at the Akron Headquarters. Doors will open at 5 p.m. for a meal, the business meeting and door prize drawings will start at 6 p.m. The annual meeting is a special time […]
Oh Be Joyful Solar
As your local electric cooperative, GCEA is focused on delivering reliable, cost-effective energy solutions that benefit its members. One of its newest projects — the 1.125-megawatt Oh Be Joyful (OBJ) solar array in Crested Butte — was developed in partnership with local organizations and solar developer Outshine Energy. The following Q&A answers common questions about […]
Spring Into Action
April is a good time to make plans and start discussions with contractors about changes you want to make to your home during the warmer, longer days of summer. Homes require maintenance to keep them comfortable and safe. The age of your home and its major systems like the roof, windows, and heating and cooling […]
Thank You to Our Lineworkers and Families
A black and white photo, circa early 1900s, hangs in my office. It captures a group of six linemen using pike poles to hoist a power pole up in the air on what I can only imagine was a sunny day in a rugged mountain meadow. What I see in this photo is extreme determination […]
On the Line: A lineman’s story of service and teamwork
When I was asked to tell specific stories about my time as a GCEA lineman for Colorado Country Life, it was hard to pick just one. There have been so many memorable moments in my career thus far. From the moment I was hired as an apprentice up until now, just about every moment has […]
Lineworkers are Ready When it Matters Most
As General Manager of Highline Electric Association, I have the unique privilege of seeing first hand what it truly takes to keep the lights on for our members. In April, we take time to pause and recognize the brave men and women who make that possible every single day — our lineworkers. When storms impact […]
Linemen: Ready When it Matters Most
As the General Manager of K.C. Electric Association, I have the unique privilege of seeing firsthand what it truly takes to keep the lights on for our members. This month, we take time to pause and recognize the brave men who make that possible every single day — our linemen. When storms impact our service […]
Risk Mitigation Protocols
Earlier this year, you may have noticed Morgan County REA activated Risk Mitigation Protocols several times for our system, which is made up of nearly 3,000 miles of power line stretched across six counties. We weren’t alone in doing so, as electric companies throughout our region — both cooperatives and investor owned utilities — put […]
Going Above & Beyond
At Mountain View Electric Association, keeping the lights on takes more than poles, wires, and equipment. It takes people — dedicated professionals who are willing to answer the call when our members need them most. As MVEA’s CEO, I have the unique privilege of seeing firsthand what it takes to keep the lights on for […]