A scenic photo of Pikes Peak under an orange painted sky at sunset. background image gradient

Colorado Springs Utilities Blog

A large roll of orange fiber optic cables are mounted on a trailer parked in a residential neighborhood. A worker in safety gear is visible in the background next to orange construction cones.

Building a fiber network for the future

Beginning in early 2027, gFiber will provide retail internet service directly to homes and businesses in the community. Beginning in early 2027, gFiber will provide retail internet service directly...

Read now
Read more from Building a fiber network for the future

Winter utility bill assistance is available

We offer a range of support including payment assistance programs, rebates and energy-saving tips to help with bills in the winter months. We offer a range of support including payment assistance programs, rebates and...

Read now
Read more about Winter utility bill assistance is available

Strong financial ratings help keep costs down for customers

Strong credit ratings help us borrow money at lower costs when investing in critical infrastructure projects. Strong credit ratings help us borrow money at lower costs when investing in...

Read now
Read more about Strong financial ratings help keep costs down for customers

Proposed 2027 budget is focused on reliable service and long-term customer value

The 2027 proposed budget is currently estimated at $2 billion – a 10% decrease compared to the 2026 budget. The 2027 proposed budget is currently estimated at $2 billion – a 10% decrease...

Read now
Read more about Proposed 2027 budget is focused on reliable service and long-term customer value

Lower winter rates and fuel cost decrease begin Oct. 1

Beginning Oct. 1, Energy Wise customers will benefit from lower winter on-peak rates, and all customers will see a decrease in fuel costs. Beginning Oct. 1, Energy Wise customers will benefit from lower winter on-peak...

Read now
Read more about Lower winter rates and fuel cost decrease begin Oct. 1

Serving large data centers, protecting existing customers

We were the first utility in Colorado to create a Large Load Rate for new electric customers needing more than 10 megawatts (MW), such as... We were the first utility in Colorado to create a Large Load Rate for new...

Read now
Read more about Serving large data centers, protecting existing customers

Energy saving tips for summer

These low-cost, quick-to-implement tips will help keep your home comfortable while saving energy. These low-cost, quick-to-implement tips will help keep your home comfortable...

Read now
Read more about Energy saving tips for summer

Energy Wise summer rates start June 1

From June 1-Sept. 30, your account will switch to Energy Wise summer rates. From June 1-Sept. 30, your account will switch to Energy Wise summer rates.

Read now
Read more about Energy Wise summer rates start June 1

Millions in savings, keeping rates affordable

By planning ahead and storing natural gas underground, we protect customers from unexpected cost increases. By planning ahead and storing natural gas underground, we protect customers...

Read now
Read more about Millions in savings, keeping rates affordable

Serving big power users, protecting customer costs

Data centers and other high-energy industries cover the full cost of serving their power needs, while also supporting economic development. Data centers and other high-energy industries cover the full cost of serving...

Read now
Read more about Serving big power users, protecting customer costs

What’s a bill rider — and why does it matter?

A bill rider is a temporary charge added to your utility bill that helps cover the cost of programs or projects that aren’t included in the... A bill rider is a temporary charge added to your utility bill that helps cover...

Read now
Read more about What’s a bill rider — and why does it matter?