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Colorado Springs Utilities Blog

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Serving large data centers, protecting existing customers

We were the first utility in Colorado to create a Large Load Rate for new electric customers needing more than 10 megawatts (MW), such as... We were the first utility in Colorado to create a Large Load Rate for new...

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New transmission line project strengthens our electric reliability

The lines move electricity from our generation sources near Fountain to homes and businesses in downtown Colorado Springs and on the city's... The lines move electricity from our generation sources near Fountain to homes...

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Next steps in Colorado River negotiations

The federal Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is a step in the right direction but much work remains. The federal Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is a step in the right...

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Don't sweat the gold - sustain your lawn

The hot, dry summer has been tough on lawns. A little gold color is okay, but to sustain the long-term health of your lawn, follow these... The hot, dry summer has been tough on lawns. A little gold color is okay, but...

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Back to school electrical safety

Electricity powers modern learning, but safe habits are essential to prevent injuries, electric shocks and fire hazards. Electricity powers modern learning, but safe habits are essential to prevent...

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When the heat Is on, native plants shine

Our garden at the Conservation & Environmental Center showcases native plants that thrive when temperatures rise. Our garden at the Conservation & Environmental Center showcases native plants...

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Dry Creek Stream Stabilization Project now completed

We finished work on a $1.7 million project to protect wastewater infrastructure along Dry Creek in northwest Colorado Springs. We finished work on a $1.7 million project to protect wastewater infrastructure...

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Water Wise Demonstration Garden earns APGA's highest honor

The Water Wise Demonstration Garden earns APGA's 2026 Garden Excellence Award. The Water Wise Demonstration Garden earns APGA's 2026 Garden Excellence Award.

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Serving large data centers, protecting existing customers

We were the first utility in Colorado to create a Large Load Rate for new electric customers needing more than 10 megawatts (MW), such as... We were the first utility in Colorado to create a Large Load Rate for new...

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Wise water use essential as Colorado escalates state's Drought Response Plan

This escalation underscores the severity of the situation and the expected impacts to public lands, agriculture and residential users. This escalation underscores the severity of the situation and the expected...

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Energy saving tips for summer

These low-cost, quick-to-implement tips will help keep your home comfortable while saving energy. These low-cost, quick-to-implement tips will help keep your home comfortable...

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