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Lawmakers announce new legislation aimed at Nixon's coal retirement

If passed, the bill extends the deadline to find affordable and reliable replacement power supplies for the coal-fired unit at the Ray... If passed, the bill extends the deadline to find affordable and reliable...

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Senate Bill 26-182 advances to Governor Polis

This bill is a fair but firm compromise that advances Colorado’s clean energy objectives while recognizing the operational realities of... This bill is a fair but firm compromise that advances Colorado’s clean energy...

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Lawmakers announce new legislation aimed at Nixon's coal retirement

If passed, the bill extends the deadline to find affordable and reliable replacement power supplies for the coal-fired unit at the Ray... If passed, the bill extends the deadline to find affordable and reliable...

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Millions in savings, keeping rates affordable

By planning ahead and storing natural gas underground, we protect customers from unexpected cost increases. By planning ahead and storing natural gas underground, we protect customers...

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Fuel rate decrease approved, lowering avg. residential bills by nearly $10

City Council approved a decrease to electric and natural gas fuel rates, lowering the average residential customer’s monthly bill by $9.72,... City Council approved a decrease to electric and natural gas fuel rates,...

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AI technology enhances regional wildfire protection

This high-tech digital lookout uses advanced cameras and machine learning to scan the area for smoke 24 hours a day, 360 degrees at a time. This high-tech digital lookout uses advanced cameras and machine learning to...

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Serving big power users, protecting customer costs

Data centers and other high-energy industries cover the full cost of serving their power needs, while also supporting economic development. Data centers and other high-energy industries cover the full cost of serving...

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Busting myths about our clean energy transition

We’re seeking an extension to achieve the state’s goals responsibly without jeopardizing our residents’ ability to pay their utility bills. We’re seeking an extension to achieve the state’s goals responsibly without...

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Your safety is our priority: A new step in wildfire prevention

Enhanced Powerline Safety Settings act as a safety switch that cuts power if an object touches a power line, helping prevent wildfire... Enhanced Powerline Safety Settings act as a safety switch that cuts power if an...

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What’s a bill rider — and why does it matter?

A bill rider is a temporary charge added to your utility bill that helps cover the cost of programs or projects that aren’t included in the... A bill rider is a temporary charge added to your utility bill that helps cover...

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How Energy Wise Rates can help manage your bill

With Energy Wise rates, you can manage your electric bill by shifting when you use some of your large appliances. With Energy Wise rates, you can manage your electric bill by shifting when you...

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