by Energy Resource Center | Aug 21, 2019 | Articles, Community, Environmental Education, In the News, Utilities, Weatherizing
A new explainer from Westword goes in-depth on Colorado’s 2019 Greenhouse Gas Inventory, a comprehensive record of greenhouse gas emissions in the state. The report is sobering, as it reveals that, while emissions from power plants are slowly falling, emissions from...
by Energy Resource Center | Aug 9, 2019 | Articles, Environmental Education, In the News
Thus far, electric vehicles have been trendy in the consumer vehicle market, especially as these cars are being developed for ever-longer distances between charges. The demand for electric commercial fleets, particularly for heavy vehicles, hasn’t quite yet arrived...
by annab | Jan 18, 2018 | In the News
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by Energy Resource Center | Jan 3, 2018 | Articles, Carbon Monoxide
Carbon Monoxide poisoning is more serious and more common than most realize. Nearly 400 Americans die each year from unintentional carbon monoxide poisoning, according to statistics from the Centers for Disease Control. Carbon Monoxide Poisoning is common but not...
by annab | Dec 21, 2016 | In the News
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by Energy Resource Center | Oct 28, 2016 | Articles, Community
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Collaboration Provides 100 Computers to Ortega Middle School Students to Support Technology at Home Alamosa, CO October 17, 2016 – With the help of several community organizations, Alamosa School District will provide free computers to 100...
by Energy Resource Center | Oct 21, 2016 | Utilities
Knowing the cost of utilities in an area is important, especially if you are trying to stick to a budget. When the cost of living in an area is higher than the average, keeping utility costs under control becomes a priority. Colorado Springs has become a hot real...
by Energy Resource Center | Sep 23, 2016 | In the News
Years ago, my Dad shared a piece of wisdom that stuck. He said: “Successful people anticipate change and make decisions accordingly.” This can apply equally to organizations and cities. Our city is blessed with a successful municipally owned utility that...
by Energy Resource Center | Aug 10, 2016 | Articles, Energy Assessment, Environmental Education
*Originally posted February 2016* Did you know, even with all of the recent interest in wind power and solar power, that over 80% of energy in most American homes still comes from fossil fuels? When we flip a switch to turn on a light, it is easy to forget that the...
by Energy Resource Center | May 25, 2016 | Articles, Energy Saving Tips
Summertime utility bills can sneak up on you, surprising you as you try to keep cool in the hot months. As you try to economically avoid the heat, keep these helpful and easy ideas in mind. Shade Never underestimate the power of shade for keeping cool. Shady spots and...
