by Energy Resource Center | Sep 5, 2019 | Articles, Community, Environmental Education, In the News, Natural Gas, Solar, Utilities
Xcel Energy’s plans to shut down their coal-fired power plants isn’t just for Colorado: By 2030, the company plans on reducing carbon emissions in the Upper Midwest by 80%, compared to 2005 levels. They’ll be shuttering their last coal plants in the region in 2028 and...
by Energy Resource Center | Jan 27, 2016 | Articles, Energy Saving Tips, Heating Bills, Natural Gas, Water
Saving energy in 2016 is a great idea. Starting off the year with an idea that can both save money for your family and be good for the environment is a win for everyone. We have several ideas how you can start the year off right by conserving energy. Water You...
by Energy Resource Center | Jun 24, 2015 | Articles, Natural Gas
In Colorado, a great many of our furnaces, water heaters and stoves run on natural gas. It’s a prevalent and cost effective energy source that’s also a lot cleaner than wood and coal alternatives. However, gas leaks can be deadly.So, what should you do if you suspect...
by Energy Resource Center | Jan 13, 2015 | Articles, Energy Saving Tips, Heating Bills, Natural Gas, Weatherizing
Quit throwing money out the window! We all like to be able to see what’s happening outside, but that’s not the only thing windows in your house can help you accomplish.Your windows are a fantastic source of natural light and heat when you want a built-in, free...
by Energy Resource Center | Dec 16, 2014 | Energy Saving Tips, Heating Bills, Natural Gas, Weatherizing
We’re fortunate in Southern Colorado to have relatively mild winters. However, even mildly cold days and nights can be unbearable if your house can’t keep you warm and there is usually at least a week or two of brutally cold temperatures when you will want to make...
by Energy Resource Center | Dec 3, 2013 | Articles, Energy Assessment, Energy Saving Tips, Heating Bills, Natural Gas, Water Heater, Weatherizing
Yes, we’re talking to YOU.Remember how you felt in elementary school when you first learned about civil rights, global warming or genocide in Rwanda and you launched a full-blown campaign on all fronts of your life – at home, on the playground and on the phone with...
