by Energy Resource Center | Mar 31, 2021 | Heating Bills, In the News, Natural Gas
In mid-February, a record-breaking storm passed through the United States. The national news focused on Texas where simultaneous demand spikes and outages led to a surge in utility costs for customers. Those who had signed up for variable-rate utilities received bills...
by Energy Resource Center | Oct 15, 2020 | In the News
Getting the word out about our services is paramount to helping people across Colorado. We love the opportunity to tell people how to lower their utility bills! But, we can’t tell everyone without the help of key partners. Recently, one of our partners, Colorado...
by Darcie Hannigan | Sep 14, 2020 | Community, Energy Saving Tips, Environmental Education, In the News, Weatherizing
High Energy Burdens are a Factor for Many Families The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) released a new report this week looking at how much Americans are spending on energy bills compared to their household income. According to the report:...
by Darcie Hannigan | Sep 9, 2020 | Community, In the News, Weatherizing
La Junta/Otero County Housing Authority, Energy Outreach Colorado (EOC), and Energy Resource Center (ERC) recently installed 20 air conditioning units to help elderly and low-income residents living at Lilac Circle in Fowler. Five crew members from ERC’s Colorado...
by Darcie Hannigan | Sep 9, 2020 | Community, In the News, Weatherizing
The Gunnison Valley can be one of the coldest places in the nation. Average winter temperatures in December, January, and February don’t reach above freezing, and average lows are below zero degrees Fahrenheit. Every year, some families struggle to keep their homes...
by Darcie Hannigan | Sep 4, 2020 | Community, In the News, Solar, Uncategorized
With an average of 350 days of sunshine every year, few trees, and low precipitation, the San Luis Valley has the perfect climate for solar energy. The Valley is even nicknamed “The Land of Cool Sunshine.” ERC Regional Director Charles “Charlie” Sanchez recognized...
