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SPP Regional Transmission Organization Expansion West and What it Means for Colorado

Virtual

In early 2026 several major Colorado Utilities will be joining the Southwest Power Pool’s (SPP) Regional Transmission Organization (RTO) as it expands into the Western Interconnection. The SPP will bring an organized market to Colorado and nearby states with the benefits of increased reliability and better economics, with a Brattle Group study predicting $49 million in annual savings. We will be joined by Steve Johnson of the SPP who will discuss what this means for Colorado utilities and ratepayers.

How to Finance Climate Solutions

Virtual

These are exciting times. Every month brings new innovations in solar efficiency, wind, chemical battery storage, smart grids, microgrids, building efficiency, and building electrification—many of which were described in CRES chapter programs. Each of these innovations will play an important role in mitigating climate change risk. However, technological innovation alone is not sufficient to transition us from a fossil fuel-based economy to a renewable and sustainable economy. If these new energy sources are to mature and replace fossil fuels, we also need to create market conditions that will support them in their new role in our economy.

Third Act: A Conversation with Eric Blank, Chair, Colorado Public Utilities Commission

Virtual

A rare opportunity to hear from Commission Chair Eric Blank, a lawyer and economist from Boulder, who has worked on electric utility and clean energy issues for over 35 years in a diverse range of entrepreneurial, business, and non-profit settings. This discussion will be led by Paul Culnan of Third Act Colorado (and Empower Our Future).

Price and Sell Your Artwork with Ease

North Boulder Arts District - Bus Stop Gallery Broadway, Boulder, Colorado, United States

Having been a professional in the art world since 1999, she knows that the art business is unlike any other. Kathy understands that navigating it without a clear understanding can really slow your trajectory and hurt your reputation. She is passionate about helping others excel in their art world and since 2006 has been helping artists just like you become the artist they were always meant to be. 

Is the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) a Tool or an Impediment? with Jeff Ackerman, Former Chair, CO PUC

Virtual

Should a utility be required to provide a basic amount of electricity to low-income customers at cost?
Is the high level of financial return allowed to an investor-owned utility justified by its low level of business risk?
How might consumers and the environment benefit from an update and clarification from the legislature of the definition of "public interest" that guides the PUC?
How much influence do ordinary non-expert citizens have at the PUC?  What is helpful for the commissioners to hear? How should one prepare?