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Copper Theft on the Rise

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In recent months, there has been a huge uptick in copper thefts across the United States and in Colorado. In the last five years, copper thefts have risen by more than 500% with over 32,000 incidents being reported nationwide. In some of these cases there have been power disruptions that require additional resources to help […]

Co-ops Discuss Grid Reliability with Congress

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A resilient, reliable electric grid that provides affordable power is crucial for rural communities as America transitions to cleaner energy, an electric cooperative CEO told a Senate committee in November. Local energy needs and grid reliability discussions with Congress are ongoing. As cooperatives look to the future, they are exploring all options, technologies and ideas […]

CREA Legislative Directory Now Available

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CREA’s 2023 Legislative Directory is available, both as a paper booklet and through CREA’s legislative app. The popular directory includes contact information for the governor and other state officers, as well as state senators and representatives and Colorado’s congressional delegation. Download the app for mobile devices at no cost from the App Store or Google […]

Electric Vehicles’ Impact on the Grid

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By Katherine Loving Last year saw a record increase in electric vehicle sales, and experts are predicting that many major vehicle manufacturers will only produce electric models by 2035. But what does electric vehicles’ impact on the grid look like? A 2021 study by the Department of Energy showed that increased electrification, or replacement of […]

Smart Home Technologies for the New Year

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By Miranda Boutelle Q: Are smart home technologies energy efficient? Will making these technology upgrades save me money? A: You’ve probably heard the term “smart home” a lot in recent years. If you’re curious about what makes a home smart, how it can boost energy efficiency and help you save money, you at the right […]