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Co-ops Innovate with Energy Storage Solutions
Co-ops Innovate with Energy Storage Solutions
Like every electric utility in Colorado, your local electric cooperative is managing a lot of change right now. State policies...
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Industry News to stay informed about trends and updates in the cooperative and utility industry.

At Colorado Country Life, we are committed to keeping our readers connected to the news that impacts Colorado’s electric cooperatives, energy policies, and the future of power generation and distribution.

In this section, you’ll find a curated collection of articles and blog posts that delve into topics such as renewable energy advancements, grid modernization, industry regulations, and cooperative innovations. Whether you’re interested in clean energy initiatives, emerging technologies, or legislative changes, our archive offers valuable insights to keep you informed.

As the voice of Colorado’s electric cooperatives, we strive to provide accurate, timely, and engaging content that highlights the challenges and opportunities within the ever-evolving energy landscape. Explore the articles and discover the stories shaping the future of electricity in Colorado and beyond.

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Data Centers; The high-tech hubs of our digital lives
Data Centers; The high-tech hubs of our digital lives
Think about how often you interact with a digital service every day, whether that’s asking Siri for directions to an appointment, taking pictures with your phone, or sitting down to stream the latest season of The Great British Baking Show.We...
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Advocacy from the Ground Up
Advocacy from the Ground Up
Grassroots efforts can influence energy policiesAs Director of Government Relations for the Colorado Rural Electric Association, Taylor Ward keeps tabs on proposed legislation affecting the state’s electric co-ops — issues that can impact utility rates and reliability, how electricity is...
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Many Giving a Little Helps a Lot
Many Giving a Little Helps a Lot
Many people giving a little to help a lot is key to the philanthropic efforts of electric cooperatives across Colorado. Each of the 22 electric co-ops in Colorado has some type of charitable giving program that best matches the geographic...
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Parts and Pieces of a Utility Pole – Overhead equipment keeps you electrified
Parts and Pieces of a Utility Pole – Overhead equipment keeps you electrified
Have you ever wondered what’s on an electric utility pole? Let’s go over the basics. First and most importantly, utility poles are packed with electrical devices, so stay away from them. The equipment and devices up there vary from pole...
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Celebrating Cooperative Month All Year
Celebrating Cooperative Month All Year
October’s traditions of football, leaf peeping, Halloween, and all things pumpkin spice include the annual celebration of Cooperative Month — a month dedicated to recognizing the vital service that cooperative businesses deliver to local economies and communities across the United...
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Navigating Supply Chain Challenges
Navigating Supply Chain Challenges
We’ve all had firsthand experiences with supply chain issues in recent years. So much so that the supply chain has become a convenient scapegoat anytime a business falls short of our expectations. But when it comes to your local electric...
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