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Turbine Recycling Advancements

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The wind industry is facing the growing challenge of finding ways to dispose of turbine parts. Nearly 85% of turbine components — steel, copper wire, electronics — can be reused and repurposed, according to Bloomberg Green, but there’s always been the dilemma about what to do with the difficult-to-transport and tough-to-recycle fiberglass blades. Wind turbines […]

CoBank: No Barriers Warriors Program Renewed

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CoBank, a cooperative bank serving agribusinesses, rural infrastructure providers and Farm Credit associations throughout the United States, renewed its No Barriers Warriors program for rural veterans with disabilities. In partnership with Colorado-based nonprofit No Barriers USA, CoBank sponsors a series of four expeditions each year, covering the full cost of participation for up to 50 […]

Hello Hydropower Energy

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By Kylee Coleman Electricity generated from hydropower tells an interesting story about today’s energy trends that’s deeper than just water flowing over a dam. It’s a story about a renewable resource that once generated nearly a third of the nation’s electricity — a share that has declined dramatically over the decades with the rise of […]

USDA Investment for Rural Electric Infrastructure

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced its $2.7 billion investment for rural electric infrastructure. Through the Electric Loan Program, the USDA will invest in 64 projects across 26 states, benefiting nearly 2 million rural people and businesses. Two Colorado electric co-ops will receive funds to improve and expand its infrastructure from this program. Sangre de […]

Save with a Heat Pump Water Heater

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By Miranda Boutelle Are you looking for options to replace an old water heater? Consider upgrading to an energy-efficient heat pump water heater. These water heaters — also called hybrid water heaters — use heat pump technology to heat water more efficiently than a standard electric storage water heater. Think of them as a standard water heater […]

Safeguarding Wildlife and the Grid

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By Amy HigginsAll photography provided by Rick Harness, EDM Our nation’s bird populations have been a topic of concern since the early 1900s when the Migratory Bird Treaty Act was enacted to control market hunting. As decades passed, additional legislation was added to protect birds from modern-day human conveniences, safeguarding wildlife while also protecting the […]

Energy Efficient Recessed Lighting

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By James Dulley Recessed “can” light fixtures play a role in lighting many people’s homes, but outdated fixtures are oftentimes not energy efficient recessed lighting. Generally, however, there are inexpensive simple things that can be done to make those existing recessed light fixtures more efficient and brighter. The first thing to do is replace any […]

Electric Books for Kids

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By Amy Higgins Electricity is responsible for our hot morning coffee and daily meals. It keeps us cool under the sizzling sunshine and warm in wintry weather. And in the 21st century, the advancements go several steps further: Electricity delivers news and messages to the palms of our hands, quickly charges our vehicles and tools […]

Get the CREA Newsletter

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Do you want to read current news about Colorado’s electric co-ops’ efforts to advance innovative solutions and facilitate a sustainable future? Get the CREA Newsletter. Colorado’s electric cooperatives utilize technology to adapt to their consumer-members’ changing energy needs. Your electric co-op acts as a resource for you by promoting beneficial electrification projects, such as replacing […]

Cold and Snow Present Challenges

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When a cold snap hit Colorado at the end of 2022, heavy snows snapped tree limbs, causing them to fall onto power lines. Cold and snow present challenges and are common causes of power outages, which many Coloradans experienced as we rang in the new year. While many spent the holidays in the comfort of […]