Working Together to Lower Demand
When outdoor temperatures drop, electricity use naturally rises. Colder weather drives us indoors, where we rely more heavily on home heating systems, more lighting, and household appliances. Heating systems run longer and more frequently to maintain comfortable indoor temperatures. Combine that with the fact that most people use electricity at the same times — typically […]
Small Changes, Big Impact
MVEA Resources to Save Energy & Money Last month, we shared that Mountain View Electric Association is implementing new rates beginning with January electric use on bills due in February 2026. The rate changes stem from an increase in our wholesale power cost, along with rate pressures tied to soaring inflation, tariffs, and interest rates. […]
Why Morgan County REA is Conducting a Cost of Service Study
The turn of a year often brings with it new goals, new plans, and, in some cases, new challenges. The same can be said for the energy industry. It’s a dynamic, multifaceted system where technical, economic, and regulatory factors all intersect. As we embark on a new year, I want to outline some changes we […]
Rate Change Notice
As your member-owned electric cooperative, we at K.C. Electric Association are committed to providing safe, reliable service at the lowest cost while maintaining financial viability. Like many of you, we are facing higher expenses — nearly everything we purchase from postage to power poles continues to increase in price. Rate increases, even moderate ones, aren’t […]
Safety First
Beyond Opening the Box, Take steps to operate a generator safely When the electricity goes out, your initial thought might be to run to the closest hardware or big box store and buy a generator. However, using a generator should not be taken lightly. It can be dangerous and even life-threatening if used incorrectly. There […]
Strength Through Empowerment
In 2023, GCEA’s board of directors created a strategic plan built around three enduring priorities and five strategic priorities. Throughout this year’s Colorado Country Life issues, we’ve highlighted each of those priorities, along with the Seven Cooperative Principles that guide us. To close out the year, I want to focus on one of the most […]
Stepping Away
Regular readers of this magazine know that my days as CEO of Grand Valley Power are numbered. I will step away from this job on January 2, 2026, after 14 years of service to the members of our cooperative. My hope is that my time spent here has been as positive for you as it […]
Reflecting on Progress, Planning for the Future
As we close another year, I want to pause and express gratitude — to you, the members of Highline Electric Association — for your continued trust and support. Our cooperative was built on the promise of people coming together to improve the quality of life in their communities, and that promise still guides everything we […]
House of Neighborly Service
A Mission Rooted in Community When residents in the Thompson R2-J School District — which includes Loveland, Berthoud, and parts of Fort Collins, Johnstown and Windsor — as well as anyone with a Berthoud address face hardship, House of Neighborly Service (HNS) steps in as a beacon of hope. HNS is committed to helping those […]
Rate Change and Capital Credit Retirement
It’s hard to believe that we’re approaching the end of another year. With our busy lives, it seems that each year goes quicker than the last. Each September, K.C. Electric Association staff begins the process of developing our annual capital and operation budget for the next year. The final budget will not be approved by […]