Energy

Local News

Durango-based King Energy joins forces with ClearGen to expand commercial solar projects

$150 million will be going toward company’s rooftop solar plans nationwide

February 19, 2024

Local News

Durango’s food tax rebate and utility refund program taking applications

7,761 utility accounts serviced in 2023

February 9, 2024

Local News

National forest accepts second round of comments on HD Mountains drilling

response to public objection, District Ranger opened comment period through Feb. 23

February 3, 2024

Local News

Tesla to install eight superchargers at Durango Transit Center

Charging stations will be required to work with other electric vehicle models

January 11, 2024

Local News

Tri-State announces early closures of coal plants

Plata Electric pushes back, saying it should decide its own future

December 7, 2023

Local News

Hesperus solar developer committed, despite another hiccup

application is considered ‘withdrawn’ by La Plata County following Oct. 29 deadline

November 4, 2023

Regional News

Why Colorado energy bills should be lower this winter

A natural gas meter outside a Colorado home in January 2023. (Joe Wertz/Colorado Public Radio) Xcel Energy, Colorado’s largest gas…

November 2, 2023

Local News

Durango hopes to stay ahead of growing electric vehicle demand

explores new EV standards for future developments

September 17, 2023

Local News

Solar array to offset electrical consumption causes concerns for Durango neighborhood

Installation would offset 37-40% of power used at city facility

September 7, 2023

Local News

What happened to the Hesperus solar project?

1,900-acre project is moving forward, too slowly for some

August 1, 2023

Local News

La Plata County Planning Commission approves LPEA Sunnyside solar project

Residents worry about industrial noise, wildlife disturbance and impact to community character

June 23, 2023

Local News

Neighbors object to LPEA solar project planned for south of Durango

Invoking a common refrain, homeowners worried about viewscape, property values

June 13, 2023

Local News

La Plata Electric Association seeks approval for first solar project south of Durango

9-acre array would generate 1.7 megawatts of power

June 9, 2023

Local News

David Luschen wins La Plata Electric Association District 4 race

amendment handily approved by members with 3,973 votes in favor

June 9, 2023

New Mexico

New Mexico Workforce accepts applications for displaced workers assistance

deadline to apply for $20,000 payments has been established

May 25, 2023

Regional News

How is Colorado doing in shutting down coal power plants?

national EPA rules show we’re ahead of the game. Here’s how we got there

May 15, 2023

Tri-Cities

Navajo President Buu Nygren, officials honor students at scholarship reception

Juan College and Navajo Technical University honor PNM Scholarship recipients

May 11, 2023

New Mexico

Sen. Steven Neville speaks at chamber event

Neville provided a legislative wrap-up of bills effecting San Juan County

April 28, 2023

Regional News

Colorado Democrats want to protect residents from the next spike in energy bills

Legislation would limit investments in natural gas, ensure ratepayers don’t pay for corporate advocacy

April 21, 2023

Local News

LPEA cancels three uncontested races; one remains competitive

members will receive ballots with a proposed bylaw amendment

April 14, 2023

Local News

Durango City Council approves financing agreement for energy contract

government could save nearly $6 million on utility costs over next 20 years

April 8, 2023

Local News

Energy contract could save Durango over $500,000, but a funding source must be approved

Council to consider options to pay for facility upgrades

March 17, 2023

Local News

Boebert talks priorities for working-class families and water in Colorado

Congresswoman breaks down her fight to bring back ‘good-paying jobs’ and better water allocation

March 11, 2023

Regional News

Kamala Harris discusses water conservation, climate change during stop in Arvada

president was joined by U.S. Rep. Brittany Pettersen and climber Sasha DiGiulian

March 7, 2023