La Plata Electric Association

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LPEA sues Tri-State over exit terms

four years, power co-op still has no estimate of cost to break contract

December 15, 2023

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Tri-State announces early closures of coal plants

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

December 7, 2023

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LPEA sells communications company as part of strategic move

of directors have goal to pursue funding for broadband connections for all members

November 23, 2023

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Strong winds, broken tree branch knock out power to 10,000 LPEA customers

Meteorologist says ‘downburst’ likely cause of sudden gusts in Durango area

August 3, 2023

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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

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Tri-State proposes rate increase impacting La Plata Electric Association

Inflationary expenses push company to submit new formula rate filing

June 23, 2023

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Neighbors object to LPEA solar project planned for south of Durango

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

June 13, 2023

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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

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David Luschen wins La Plata Electric Association District 4 race

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

June 9, 2023

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LPEA says proposed bylaw amendment aims to clarify deadlines and reflect state laws

cooperative is attempting to clear up confusion in regulatory articles

May 18, 2023

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LPEA director candidates face off as election gets underway

Ballots were sent this week and should be arriving in mailboxes

May 5, 2023

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LPEA cancels three uncontested races; one remains competitive

members will receive ballots with a proposed bylaw amendment

April 14, 2023

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Snowstorm knocks power out for 2,775 Shenandoah-area residents early Saturday morning

Tri-State crews return electricity to LPEA members by 8:30 a.m. Saturday

December 31, 2022

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Heavy, wet snow causes power outages around La Plata County

Multiple crews worked quickly to free obstructed lines

December 28, 2022

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Groundwork begins on EV charging stations at Durango Public Library

Location seen as ideal for accommodating many who need a charge

December 1, 2022

Business

Tri-State is set to lose 25% of revenue as customers flee

supplier adjusting as rural co-ops look to self-generate or purchase electricity on own terms

November 30, 2022

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Neighbors organize to halt Hesperus solar installation

Company plans estimated 500,000 panels in southwest La Plata County, but residents worry about environmental impacts

November 13, 2022

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Fallen trees cause power outages west of Main Avenue in Durango

Plata Electric Association responded to incidents Saturday and Wednesday

September 14, 2022

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So you’re thinking about an electric car. How easy is it to get juiced in La Plata County?

Durango and its partners say they are prepared to meet growing demands of electrification

June 22, 2022

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Fire crews continue fighting Bear Dance Fire on Saturday

Firefighters manage to keep blaze from growing beyond 89 acres

June 4, 2022

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La Plata County signs agreement to expand broadband

COVID-19 money will support the development of fiber along Colorado Highway 151 to Ignacio

May 2, 2022

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La Plata Electric Association settles with Tri-State in effort to buy-down its contract

approved, local electric co-op will reduce its carbon footprint and save money

April 29, 2022

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La Plata Electric Association awards scholarships to nine high school seniors

Recipients will be recognized at LPEA’s annual meeting on May 12

April 14, 2022

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La Plata Electric Association cancels director elections

Candidates in all four districts ran unopposed

March 18, 2022