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Why a thoughtful energy transition matters for Colorado Springs Utilities

We remain committed to ensuring our energy system is reliable, cost-effective, and environmentally responsible, for both our customers and... We remain committed to ensuring our energy system is reliable, cost-effective,...

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Sprinkler startup tips

When you turn on your sprinkler system for the first time this year, there are two important tasks. When you turn on your sprinkler system for the first time this year, there are...

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Natural gas system improvement efforts get a boost thanks to grant

The grant funds will help us replace approximately 314 individual bare steel service lines, which can be at higher risk for leaks and... The grant funds will help us replace approximately 314 individual bare steel...

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We need more certainty around our Colorado River water supplies

When factoring re-use, nearly 70% of our water is sourced from the Colorado River Basin. We have a considerable stake in future management... When factoring re-use, nearly 70% of our water is sourced from the Colorado...

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Downtown network recovery

Investigators found that a private contractor likely damaged electric lines by operating a core drill without following state-mandated... Investigators found that a private contractor likely damaged electric lines by...

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December 2021 Windstorm requires significant response

Hurricane-force winds significantly impacted our overhead infrastructure in the Downtown, Old North End, Patty Jewett, Roswell & Kitty Hawk... Hurricane-force winds significantly impacted our overhead infrastructure in the...

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Water Wise Demonstration Garden features weatherproof plants

Paying a visit to the Water-Wise Demonstration Garden should be one of your first stops when considering new plants to add to your garden. Paying a visit to the Water-Wise Demonstration Garden should be one of your...

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From the CEO: Our response to the State’s Greenhouse Gas Reduction Roadmap

There is no scenario where coal-fired plants can remain in operation in Colorado past 2030, and recent news from Gov. Polis' office clearly... There is no scenario where coal-fired plants can remain in operation in...

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As PFAS testing expands, more expected to be found in water

Drinking water is highly regulated, and the EPA is leaning on us to help it understand the extent of PFAS contamination in the U.S. Drinking water is highly regulated, and the EPA is leaning on us to help it...

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Mesa to Manitou natural gas pipeline project

Projects like Mesa to Manitou help ensure the overall safety, efficiency and longevity of the gas distribution system for years to come. Projects like Mesa to Manitou help ensure the overall safety, efficiency and...

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Another milestone at the Drake Power Plant site – demolition of stacks underway

A massive crane began its work to demolish the old stacks on the Martin Drake Power Plant this week. A massive crane began its work to demolish the old stacks on the Martin Drake...

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