Making Strides toward a Sustainable Energy Future

Colorado Springs Utilities (Springs Utilities) stands ready to take on major changes in the energy industry, from regulatory deadlines for reducing carbon emissions to advancements in renewables and energy storage.

This plan, developed with extensive customer input, is Colorado Springs’ roadmap for how the utility and its customers will take on these changes and meet Colorado’s Clean Energy legislation, which requires an 80% reduction in carbon emissions by 2030. Here are the highlights...

Improving Air Quality

Significant strides to improve Colorado Springs’ air quality have been taken. Last year Springs Utilities closed the downtown, coal-fired power plant and will close its other coal-fired plant, Ray Nixon, by 2030.

Carbon-Free Energy

This year, the utility will start using six modular natural gas generating units that will provide a reliable bridge to a carbon-free energy future. These units are cost effective and efficient, and while currently located on the downtown Drake Power Plant site, they will be later moved to support the local electric grid for many years to come.

Transmission & Substation Improvement Projects

Several transmission and substation improvement projects are underway to ensure that the grid remains reliable and resilient.

Battery Storage

Over the next few years, the utility will add battery storage, the first of its kind for Colorado Springs, and more renewable energy. Battery storage will help maximize the efficiency and reliability for customers.

Colorado Springs Utilities is making strides toward a sustainable energy future while continuing to deliver reliable, affordable energy services. Its rebates and incentives can help you reduce your energy use and save money. See how at csu.org.

Each And Every Step

Our Sustainable Energy Plan is designed to reduce our carbon emissions 80% by 2030. See how at csu.org.