1. 04/22/2021 - 09:48 AM
    United Power Recognizes Earth Day Thursday | April 22, 2021 This year, United Power is encouraging its members to practice energy efficiency and join the cooperative in recognizing Earth Day on April 22. Read more >
  2. 11/01/2022 - 10:29 AM
    Title United Power Releases Exit Fee Calculations for All Tri-State Members’ Use /sites/default/files/styles/news_card_553x430_/public/news/Jan2019_NL_Rates.png?h=45932144&itok=KW7a9GOa Tuesday | November 1, 2022 Card Teaser United Power has filed two exit fee calculators in conjunction with its response to the FERC initial decision by Administrative Law Judge Renee Terry. Dynamic Calculators Included in Recent FERC Exceptions Filing Brighton, CO - United Power has filed two exit fee calculators in conjunction with its response to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) initial decision by Administrative Law Judge Renee Terry. These calculators may be used to assist FERC and others as they evaluate the impact of (1) United Power’s proposed balance sheet approach (BSA) incorporating the most recent available data and (2) certain modifications to the BSA proposed by FERC trial staff and adopted by the initial decision.  The tools allow all 42 utility members to assess their exit fees from Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association (Tri-State) under (1) United Power’s as-filed BSA (“Appendix A”) and (2) the BSA implementing certain adjustments adopted in the initial decision (“Appendix B”). Working copies of the calculator tools, definitions, and descriptions can be found at www.unitedpower.com/powersupply. The Appendix B fees are modeled based on FERC staff’s exemplary calculations previewed during the hearing process that were adopted in the initial decision, as well as publicly available data, such as Tri-State’s annual financial reports. Each of the 42 utility members can enter a desired departure date and select variables implementing the exit options available under the initial decision. The Appendix B model also calculates alternatives proposed by United Power in its concurrently filed exceptions brief (e.g., a principled 10-year revenue averaging option and transmission revenue adjustment that United Power describes in the brief). These alternatives improve upon the calculations reflecting the initial decision’s overarching principle that the exit fees should be based on the net costs Tri-State incurred to serve the exiting member.      “We appreciate the hard work by FERC staff in proposing solutions for departure from our power supplier that are in most respects aligned with what United Power has consistently advocated as a fair outcome,” said Mark A. Gabriel, President and CEO of United Power. “By following United Power’s balance sheet approach, everyone can calculate their actual cost to depart. This is critical for future planning for our current power supplier and its utility members. Though the initial decision modifications present implementation questions and other obstacles that we challenge in our exceptions brief, we believe the decision’s principles chart a course toward members’ fair transition to competitive supply and open access.” United Power has formally indicated its departure from Tri-State, effective May 1, 2024. Learn more about United Power’s departure plan at www.unitedpower.com/powersupply. About United Power United Power is a member-owned, not-for-profit electric cooperative, delivering electricity to homes, farms, and businesses throughout Colorado’s northern front range. The cooperative is one of the fastest-growing electric co-ops in the nation, and in June 2021 joined the elite ranks of cooperatives serving more than 100,000 meters. The 900-square mile service territory extends from the mountains of Coal Creek and Golden Gate Canyon, along the I-25 corridor and Carbon Valley region, to the farmlands of Brighton, Hudson, and Keenesburg. United Power is also a founding member of the NextGen Cooperative Alliance, which is dedicated to expanding the power supply and procurement options available to distribution co-ops and reforming the traditional generation and transmission business model. For more information about United Power, visit www.unitedpower.com or follow them on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram. ###  
  3. 05/12/2021 - 11:38 AM
    Title United Power Resumes In-Person Services and Collection of Late Fees, Reconnect Fees /sites/default/files/styles/news_card_553x430_/public/images/Images_News/Touchstone_Energy_Office_073.jpg?itok=hzUKd7Ke Wednesday | May 12, 2021 Card Teaser United Power is phasing in a return to standard operating and billing procedures. Now that COVID vaccinations are widely available and restrictions are lifting, United Power is phasing in a return to standard operating and billing procedures. Beginning on May 18th, late fees and reconnect fees, which were temporarily waived during the height of the COVID shutdowns, will be reinstated. On June 1st, select teams of United Power employees will return to the office, and United Power will open its Brighton lobby to walk-in visitors and for in-person payments. United Power was one of the first Colorado utilities to pause disconnections for non-payment and waive late fees and disconnect fees when the initial pandemic stay-at-home orders were issued. Disconnections for non-payment resumed in July 2020, and on May 18th, late fees for payments not received by the due date and reconnection fees to restore electric service will resume. United Power offers several ways to avoid fees, including payment arrangements, enrolling in Pay As You Go pre-paid electric service, and applying for Co-op Cares Funds. The cooperative allocated $550,000 in relief funds to help members financially impacted by COVID. Any member struggling to make their payments in full or on time is encouraged to call United Power to access resources for assistance. “We want to help our members avoid additional fees and disconnections, but they need to reach out to us before they are past due on their payments,” said Francis Ashu, United Power Director of Member Services. “Through our Co-op Cares fund, we have been able to help almost two thousand members financially impacted by COVID, and there are still funds available for members who are facing hardships.” On June 1st, United Power’s Brighton Headquarters lobby at 500 Cooperative Way will re-open. While we will continue providing a suite of remote options to assist members, our Representatives will be available to assist members in person during regular business hours of Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Masks and social distancing will be required for all visitors and employees as directed by local health code mandates. The Carbon Valley and Coal Creek offices remain closed to visitors. Payment kiosks accept cash, check, and card payments and are available at all United Power offices and the Bank of Colorado Operations Center in Ft Lupton. “Our dedicated employees are anxious to see our members and interact with them in person again. We are glad that a safe return to normal operations is possible,” said Mark A. Gabriel, United Power President, and Chief Executive Officer. “United Power has taken every precaution to protect employees from being affected by COVID. With one office re-opening, we will continue to adhere to health department guidelines in the office, and some teams will continue to work remotely. To further protect our employees and ensure they are here to serve our members, we are offering an on-site vaccine clinic for employees and family members.”
  4. 02/29/2024 - 02:46 PM
    United Power Selected by US Department of Energy to Receive $6.1 Million Investment Thursday | February 29, 2024 The Fort Lupton Microgrid project was selected as one of 17 clean energy projects across 20 states and 30 tribal nations and communities. Read more >
  5. 04/09/2024 - 12:28 PM
    Title United Power Signs Power Purchase Agreement with NextEra Energy Resources /sites/default/files/styles/news_card_553x430_/public/news/2024_04_09_NextEra_Solar.jpg?h=45932144&itok=8h34KWSp Tuesday | April 9, 2024 Card Teaser Agreement adds 150 MW of solar to the cooperative’s power mix. Agreement adds 150 MW of Solar to the Cooperative’s Power Mix Brighton, CO—United Power, Inc. (United Power), an electric cooperative serving Colorado’s northern Front Range, and a subsidiary of NextEra Energy Resources, LLC, the world's largest generator of renewable energy from the wind and sun and a world leader in battery storage, announce the signing of a power purchase agreement on April 9. Under the 25-year agreement, United Power will receive output from NextEra Energy Resources’ South Platte Solar project, which is scheduled to begin operations in December 2027.  “United Power continues to build on our growing portfolio of local, renewable resources under this agreement,” stated Mark A. Gabriel, President and CEO of United Power. “Our strategy is to continue to add resources to our power mix that complement our growth. This new resource is scheduled to come online at the end of 2027 to offset the ongoing territory growth that we expect to see.” NextEra Energy Resources, the owner and operator of the South Platte Solar project, is building the 150 MW facility in Morgan County. The solar installation is expected to generate more than 350,000 MWh annually.  “We are thrilled to work with United Power to deliver clean, sustainable energy to its members through our South Platte Solar project,” said Jim Shandalov, VP of Power Origination at NextEra Energy Resources. “Adding 150 MW of solar energy to its supply mix will enable United Power to deliver cost-effective, clean energy in response to its growing power demand.”  United Power serves more than 110,000 meters and maintains and operates over 6,500 miles of distribution line. The 900-square mile service territory wraps around the north and west borders of the Denver International Airport. It includes the north and northeast metropolitan development corridors along Interstate 25, Interstate 76, State Highway 85, and E-470 and the Golden Gate and Coal Creek canyons, two of Colorado’s most iconic and historic mountain canyons. As a result of its geographic location, United Power’s system is experiencing significant demand and energy growth, averaging approximately 6% annually. United Power is building an energy portfolio ahead of leaving its current wholesale power supplier on May 1. Since July 2023, the cooperative has announced multiple agreements with providers and generation sources for portfolio assets related to this exit. To learn more about these contracts and United Power’s power supply transition, visit www.unitedpower.com/powersupply.  About United PowerUnited Power is a member-owned, not-for-profit electric cooperative, delivering electricity to homes, farms, and businesses throughout Colorado’s northern Front Range. The cooperative is one of the fastest-growing electric co-ops in the nation, and in June 2021 joined the elite ranks of cooperatives serving more than 100,000 meters. The 900-square mile service territory extends from the mountains of Coal Creek and Golden Gate Canyon, along the I-25 corridor and Carbon Valley region, to the farmlands of Brighton, Hudson, and Keenesburg. United Power is also a founding member of the NextGen Cooperative Alliance, which is dedicated to expanding the power supply and procurement options available to distribution co-ops and reforming the traditional generation and transmission business model. For more information about United Power, visit www.unitedpower.com or follow the cooperative on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram. About NextEra Energy ResourcesNextEra Energy Resources, LLC (together with its affiliated entities, “NextEra Energy Resources”) is a clean energy leader and is one of the largest wholesale generators of electric power in the U.S., with approximately 30,600 megawatts of total net generating capacity, primarily in 41 states and Canada as of year-end 2023. NextEra Energy Resources is the world's largest generator of renewable energy from the wind and sun and a world leader in battery storage. The business operates clean, emissions-free nuclear power generation facilities in New Hampshire and Wisconsin as part of the NextEra Energy nuclear fleet. NextEra Energy Resources offers a wide range of clean energy solutions to help businesses and customers across the country meet their emissions reduction goals. NextEra Energy Resources, LLC is a subsidiary of Juno Beach, Florida-based NextEra Energy, Inc. (NYSE: NEE). For more information, visit: www.NextEraEnergyResources.com. ###  
  6. 08/22/2023 - 09:51 AM
    United Power Signs Power Purchase Agreement with OneEnergy Tuesday | August 22, 2023 Output from 10 megawatt solar system added to cooperative power mix. Read more >
  7. 07/31/2023 - 09:38 AM
    United Power Signs Power Purchase Agreement with Solar of Alamosa LLC Monday | July 31, 2023 Cooperative will receive full 30 MW of output for 25 years. Read more >
  8. 11/16/2023 - 01:48 PM
    United Power Signs Power Purchase Agreement with Whetstone Power Thursday | November 16, 2023 Storage agreement will help create flexibility for the cooperative. Read more >
  9. 10/08/2020 - 09:06 AM
    Title United Power Statement on Tri-State Announcement to Reduce Rates & Implement Partial Requirements Contracts /sites/default/files/styles/news_card_553x430_/public/news/PowerLine.jpg?h=6ae7ec77&itok=vzIvBZWb Thursday | October 8, 2020 Tri-State Generation and Transmission, United Power’s power supplier, announced a plan to reduce rates by 8% over the next three years, as well as allow for partial requirements contracts with certain requirements.  The improvements are part of the power supplier’s goals to meet the guidelines of their Responsible Energy Plan.  United Power’s interim CEO, Bryant Robbins issued the following statement in response to the components of the proposed plan: “United Power is very supportive of Tri-State’s efforts to lower rates. We think this is a great step in the right direction for the future of Tri-State and congratulate their efforts in trying to make this happen. Unfortunately for United Power, we serve an area in which our competitors’ rates are as much 25% to 35% less than ours. We are going to need much more than the proposed 8% reduction in Wholesale Power to be competitive,” stated interim CEO, Bryant Robbins. “Based upon our preliminary analysis, we don’t think the Partial Requirements/added flexibility has a positive impact on our needs. The approved plan is not what we proposed a couple of years ago and just doesn’t appear to viable to United Power and its membership,” added Robbins. “However, we hope it does meet the needs of the other [Tri-State] cooperatives.” “United Power will continue to pursue a just, reasonable, and non-discriminatory exit charge,” Robbins concluded. “Once received, our Board can then determine the appropriate direction and future of our Power Supply that is in the best interest of our membership. We also remain available to Tri-State for discussions to potentially resolve the issues.” United Power is continuing to work on this. Read more on our Power Supply page. 
  10. 07/22/2019 - 04:25 PM
    Title United Power Students Leave for D.C. /sites/default/files/styles/news_card_553x430_/public/news/JulyAug2019_NL_YouthTour.jpg?itok=Sy6gs2gr Monday | July 1, 2019 Card Teaser Colorado students boarded a bus from United Power on Friday, June 14 to join nearly 2,000 other high school students for the 2019 Youth Leadership Tour in Washington D.C.  Colorado students boarded a bus from United Power on Friday, June 14 to join nearly 2,000 other high school students for the 2019 Youth Leadership Tour in Washington D.C.  Each year, United Power selects three ambitious high school students to represent the co-op at the Youth Tour. This year, United Power sponsored Catera Gagna, Brighton High School, Bethany Flanagan, Weld Central High School, and Brooklyn Stubby, Mapleton Early College.  Students will have an opportunity to meet with elected officials, tour Washington D.C. landmarks and learn the value of the cooperatives they represent. Applications to represent the cooperative during next year’s tour will be available in December. 
  11. 12/04/2023 - 02:44 PM
    Title United Power Supports Local Students /sites/default/files/styles/news_card_553x430_/public/news/FridayNightLights_0.jpg?h=45932144&itok=P4tlum0Z Sunday | November 19, 2023 Card Teaser Demonstrating our commitment to local schools and communities through support and engagement. Demonstrating Our Commitment to Local Schools Through Support and Engagement  As an electric cooperative, we understand — and appreciate — the value education adds to the communities we serve. United Power partners with local high schools, helping equip students for success on the field, in the classroom, and after they graduate and pursue a postsecondary education or a rewarding career.  Friday Night Lights United Power serves nearly two dozen local high schools and some of the most dedicated student athletes in Colorado. The cooperative presented $1,000 donations to the athletic programs at Prairie View and Brighton High Schools during their annual crosstown rivalry game on Sept. 29. The first 1,000 attendees at the football game also received clear stadium bags.  Mead Energy Academy United Power and the Mead Energy Academy have a long-standing partnership. The cooperative’s Mavericks Solar Farm, named after the high school’s mascot, provides education opportunities for students to learn more about the role solar energy plays in a diversified energy mix.  Students from Mead Energy Academy were able to witness a live public safety demonstration from United Power lineworkers in October to learn about electrical safety and careers in the energy industry.  Day in the Boots United Power would not be able to keep members’ lights on without its dedicated and hardworking team in operations. Construction students from the Careers and Technical Education (CTE) programs at 27J, RE-3J, and Adams 12 school districts got to spend a day in the boots of these essential workers, experiencing the various career options that are available within the energy industry first-hand.  Careers in Energy Cooperatives provide various career opportunities spanning many fields and specialties, including engineering, finance, human resources, information technology, communications, and more. Each year, United Power supports local career fairs where students can learn about all the career pathways available at cooperatives. Leadership Training Trips Students are the future leaders in our communities. The cooperative provides leadership training opportunities for local students at the Youth Leadership Camp in Steamboat Springs and Cooperative Youth Tour in Washington, D.C. Applications for the annual youth trips open soon.  Learn more about youth trips and apply online. 
  12. 03/17/2020 - 09:56 AM
    Title United Power Suspending Disconnects /sites/default/files/styles/news_card_553x430_/public/news/COVID_Disconnect.jpg?itok=DBURLcbV Tuesday | March 17, 2020 Card Teaser Out of concern for our members and the communities they call home, United Power is suspending service disconnects and late fees for our residential members. Article originally published on March 17, 2020 Out of concern for our members and the communities they call home, United Power is suspending service disconnects and late fees for our residential members. We will continue to monitor the COVID-19 situation and re-evaluate our processes on an ongoing basis. If you anticipate difficulty paying your bill, please give us a call. Our Member Services team is available to help you at 303-637-1300.  Remember, you don't need to come to a United Power office to make a payment. We offer several convenient ways for you to access your account and make payments that are fee-free, secure and will post to your account immediately. For more information about United Power's response to COVID-19, click here.