Habitat for Humanity homes outfitted with solar panels Solar donates time, equipment to reduce families’ electricity needs October 28, 2020
Discovery DIY Network wraps up filming of Ignacio off-grid home ‘I’m so nervous about seeing myself on TV’ October 28, 2020
Colorado Public Utility Commission dismisses LPEA complaint against Tri-State agency says it lacks jurisdiction in contract buyout dispute October 27, 2020
TV network to film Ignacio family building earthen home is to construct the house from the ground up in 4 weeks September 7, 2020
LPEA buyout of Tri-State contract in federal agency’s hands Federal Energy Regulatory Commission rules it has jurisdiction to determine cost of separation September 2, 2020
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
LPEA applauds ruling on contract buyout PUC judge: Tri-State’s refusal to provide cost estimate ‘unjust’ July 15, 2020
Durango charges forward on electric vehicle readiness plan furthers city, LPEA sustainability goals May 15, 2020
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
Colorado bill would let electric vehicle makers sell directly to customers current state law, new companies must sell through dealerships February 24, 2020
Tri-State coal closures will help co-op meet goals for renewables Plata Electric Association left out of renewable planning process January 10, 2020
Cortez Large solar project proposed near Pleasant View Invenergy submits bid to Tri-State; decision expected this year August 15, 2019
Colorado 3rd Congressional District Bill to boost renewable energy production gains bipartisan support Revenue-sharing approach speaks to proponents July 31, 2019
Coal Lawmakers chide Tri-State for not disclosing federal regulation plans calls for more time to study new rules July 9, 2019
Business La Plata Electric Association requests buyout estimate from Tri-State Co-op concerned Tri-State is seeking federal regulation July 4, 2019
Local News Montezuma County’s hopes for solar power begin to dim Company interested, but power purchase agreement is needed January 26, 2019
Business LPEA sets ambitious goal to cut carbon by 50 percent sets target to keep electric rates low January 18, 2019
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 10, 2018
Local News Cortez City Hall now 100% solar powered could save $300,000 in energy costs over 25 years October 18, 2018
Business La Plata Electric Association in talks with three solar developers Projects would not be subject to Tri-State limits July 7, 2018
Local News Durango 100 percent renewable by 2050? Petition calls for Durango to reach renewable energy goal September 7, 2017
West’s push for one big electric grid gains steam in the darkness, bind them: The West’s bid for one big electric grid July 19, 2017
