Energy resources

Trump administration orders a Colorado coal-fired power generator to stay open

Associated Press

Trump administration orders a Colorado coal-fired power generator to stay open

FILE – Craig Station, a coal-fired power plant, operates Oct. 8, 2025, in Craig, Colo. (AP Photo/Brittany Peterson, File)(AP Photo/Brittany…

December 31, 2025 • By MEAD GRUVER — Associated Press

Residents file lawsuit in response to La Plata Electric Association’s exit from Tri-State

Energy resources

Residents file lawsuit in response to La Plata Electric Association’s exit from Tri-State

Plaintiffs say co-op violated bylaws by failing to seek voter approval

October 7, 2025 • Jessica Bowman — Herald Staff Writer

Durango residents urge city to take reducing greenhouse gases more seriously

Durango residents urge city to take reducing greenhouse gases more seriously

Climate Study Group presents two-step plan with over 70 signatories

September 2, 2025 • Christian Burney — Herald Staff Writer

Vallecito hydroelectric plant returns to local ownership, powering regional energy shift

Energy (general)

Vallecito hydroelectric plant returns to local ownership, powering regional energy shift

Durango firm takes over as LPEA exits Tri-State, eyes energy independence

July 28, 2025 • Jessica Bowman — Herald Staff Writer