Renewable energy

Local News

City of Durango invites comments on sustainability plan

Initial survey respondents say ‘be more ambitious’

July 23, 2020

Local News

LPEA board member Jack Turner abruptly resigns, offers little explanation why

has served 7 years on board, was re-elected in spring 2019

July 20, 2020

Local News

LPEA applauds ruling on contract buyout

PUC judge: Tri-State’s refusal to provide cost estimate ‘unjust’

July 14, 2020

Local News

Durango charges forward on electric vehicle readiness

plan furthers Durango, LPEA sustainability goals

May 15, 2020

Local News

Rural electric co-op pays $62.5 million to split with Tri-State

Delta-Montrose Electric plans big investments in renewable energy

April 17, 2020

Local News

For Jessica Matlock, leading La Plata Electric Association brings her home

Professional and family concerns align in Durango for cooperative’s CEO

March 9, 2020

Regional News

Oil and gas companies call on federal government to cut emissions

Different state climate goals make transition to renewable energy unfeasible, policy center says

March 4, 2020

Local News

Colorado bill would let electric vehicle makers sell directly to customers

Benny Gutierrez, with Nissan of Durango, demonstrates the different types of electrical plug-ins on the all-electric Nissan Leaf. A Colorado…

February 24, 2020

Local News

Tri-State to close Colorado, New Mexico coal-fired power plants by 2030

Plata Electric Association left out of renewable planning process

January 9, 2020

Local News

La Plata Electric commits to exploring options to cut carbon

CEO wants to develop vision for co-op’s territory

August 31, 2019

Local News

Bill to boost renewable energy production gains bipartisan support

Revenue-sharing approach speaks to proponents

July 30, 2019

Local News

Does Tri-State’s energy policy deter co-ops from battery investment?

bill aims to increase storage access for rural electric cooperatives

July 10, 2019

Local News

La Plata Electric Association requests buyout estimate from Tri-State

Co-op concerned Tri-State is seeking federal regulation

July 6, 2019

Local News

Lawmakers chide Tri-State for not disclosing federal regulation plans

calls for more time to study new rules

July 5, 2019

Local News

Energy storage is key to reaching renewable energy goals

storage costs and battery innovations needed to reduce carbon emissions

July 5, 2019

Local First

The push for local, renewable energy

Why would a group like Local First work on energy issues? Here’s why: the Local First mission takes into account…

May 18, 2019

Local News

Montezuma County’s hopes for solar power begin to dim

Company interested, but power purchase agreement is needed

January 28, 2019

Local News

Electric co-op sets ambitious goal to cut carbon by 50 percent

recommends target to keep power rates low

January 20, 2019

Local News

Who is behind city’s effort to be sustainable, prepare for climate change?

Ainsworth looks for ways to save money and reduce carbon footprint

January 14, 2019

Local News

Co-op seeks to change Tri-State rules to boost renewable energy buying power

receives letter from United Power

December 7, 2018

Local News

LPEA in talks with Tri-State to accommodate solar companies

Renewable energy would be sold to wholesale supplier, which would pass on costs

December 2, 2018

Local News

LPEA studies power alternatives to wholesale supplier

Consultants will examine market, Tri-State contract

September 21, 2018

Local News

LPEA announces renewable energy grant program

will support nonprofits, sustainable electricity projects

July 20, 2018

Local News

La Plata Electric Association in talks with three solar developers

Projects would not be subject to Tri-State limits

July 6, 2018