Our Time to Shine
Thursday | March 1, 2018
When severe weather hits, there’s one group United Power and its members rely on to keep the power on. Join us in celebrating National Lineman Appreciation Day on April 18th.
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Pastor's Pantry Received Round-Up Grant
Monday | June 29, 2020
Pastor’s Pantry is an available resource for anyone in need in the canyon, and provides both food and essential items, such as toiletries and paper products.
Read more >
Powering the Future
Tuesday | May 1, 2018
United Power has spent the past year engaging in innovative solutions to bring members more reliable and efficient energy with an eye toward “Powering the Future,” the theme of the 79th Annual Meeting and Director Election held on April 18th.
Read more >
Powering Your Community: Amy Clement
Wednesday | August 11, 2021
United Power is deeply rooted in the communities it serves and committed to their success. We manage our resources in a way that allows us to give back to our communities and empowers our employees to do the same.
Read more >
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Powering Your Night at the Fair
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Friday | July 2, 2021
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Enter to win one of four ticket packages to the Adams County Fair from United Power. The fair will be from August 4-8, 2021.
The Adams County Fair, August 4-8, will be packed with family friendly entertainment, and as the presenting sponsor, United Power is giving away ticket packages to some lucky members. Enter to win one of four prize packages below by completing the entry form.
Contest Entry FormFriday, August 6 | 7 p.m.
4 Tickets, Demolition Derby & Fireworks (x2)
2 Unlimited Carnival Arm Bands
$25 Concessions Gift Card
Saturday, August 7 | 7 p.m.
4 Tickets, NSPA Truck Pull
2 Unlimited Carnival Arm Bands
$25 Concessions Gift Card
Sunday, August 8 | 3 p.m.
4 Tickets, Dia de la Familia
2 Unlimited Carnival Arm Bands
$25 Concessions Gift Card
To learn more about the fair, go to www.adamscountyfair.com.
To enter by mail, mail a postcard with your name, address, phone and email to:
United Power
Attn: Adams County Fair Ticket Package Giveaway
500 Cooperative Way
Brighton, CO 80603
Entries must be received by July 28, 2021 to be eligible. United Power is not responsible for lost or misdirected mail.
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Putting Down Roots in Carbon Valley
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Friday | March 11, 2022
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Round-Up grant helps St. Vrain Habitat for Humanity provide homes for two families in Carbon Valley.
Round-Up Grant Helps Habitat for Humanity Provide Homes for Two Families
St. Vrain Habitat for Humanity presented two Carbon Valley families with keys to their new homes alongside friends, family, volunteers, and community organizations at a ribbon cutting in January. Among the organizations present at the event was United Power’s Operation Round-Up Foundation.
Habitat for Humanity provides newly constructed homes to families who are positioned for home ownership but are unable to qualify for traditional financing. The organization builds homes from the ground up and sells them at cost to selected families thanks to support from community volunteers. Round-Up awarded Habitat for Humanity a $5,000 grant to help with home construction costs.
“Without the help of community partners like Round-Up, we wouldn’t be able to do what we do for these families,” said Rebecca Shannon, community engagement manager for St. Vrain Habitat for Humanity.
Round-Up is funded entirely by members who voluntarily “round up” their monthly statements to the next whole dollar. The average contribution is approximately $.50 per month. Those funds are then redistributed to nonprofits in various parts of the service territory to ensure as many members receive help as possible.
“We are proud to support community organizations meeting the needs of vulnerable members,” said Joan Kniss, a Round-Up board member. “Habitat for Humanity has a strong track record of lifting people up and lets us see our grant dollars in action.”
Home ownership allows families to put down roots and begin contributing to their local community, Shannon said. Homes are not only built to meet all safety requirements, but are also energy efficient, which lowers the cost of ownership. Selected families are required to demonstrate commitment to their new home by returning volunteer hours helping with the construction of their future homes. Having a hand in building your own home develops a sense of pride in it.
Habitat for Humanity broke ground on a new home in Carbon Valley on March 7. To volunteer, visit www.stvrainhabitat.org.
More than 20% of United Power members voluntarily round up their bills. To enroll in Operation Round-Up, click here.
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Questions about Demand?
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Friday | January 25, 2019
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United Power’s new rate structure went into effect on January 1st, and members will begin to see the 2019 rates reflected as separate demand and energy charges on their February bills. While energy is the total power used, demand refers to the capacity needed to serve your location. The new rates break apart the costs for demand and energy to more fairly charge each member for their impact on the electric system and the energy they use.
United Power’s new rate structure went into effect on January 1st, and members will begin to see the 2019 rates reflected as separate demand and energy charges on their February bills. While energy is the total power used, demand refers to the capacity needed to serve your location. The new rates break apart the costs for demand and energy to more fairly charge each member for their impact on the electric system and the energy they use.
Why did you change to this rate structure?
The way our members use power has changed, and we now have more detailed information about how each member uses that power. On the blended rate, some members were paying more than they should, while others were not paying enough. The demand component allows us to more fairly charge each member in a way that is more closely aligned with our costs to provide that service.
How do I see when I hit my demand?
Demand measures the highest 15-minute interval of power consumption over the billing period and your bill will show you the kilowatt (kW) demand measurement of that highest interval. If you’d like to investigate what contributed to your demand charge, the Power Portal will show you the day and time that your demand peaked. Pinpointing the day and time will give you the information to reflect on how you were using energy.
Perhaps your demand was highest on a cold Saturday afternoon when you had soup on the stove, bread in the oven, the kids were downstairs gaming with a space heater on, and it was marathon laundry and cleaning day for the family. Operating all of these appliances at once required more system capacity for United Power to serve you, and your demand charge for the month is a fairer representation of how you used the electric system.
How can I reduce my demand?
Monitoring your use in the Power Portal will help you understand what is driving your demand. You’ll see the effect of using multiple appliances at once and what your energy profile looks like when you stagger appliances. If you’d like to keep your demand charges as low as possible, small changes in the way you use energy can make a difference. Here are some easy ways to reduce your demand:
Spread out the use of major appliances. Major electrical appliances that may contribute to high demand costs include air conditioners, electric clothes dryers, electric water heaters, electric ranges and ovens.
Use small cooking appliances or an outdoor grill.
Use a programmable or smart thermostat to pre-heat or pre-cool your home before you get home and operate kitchen appliances.
Use a timer on your water heater, dishwasher and pool pump.
Set a timer on your electric vehicle charger for the middle of the night after other major appliances are not in use.
Our Time to Shine
Thursday | March 1, 2018
When severe weather hits, there’s one group United Power and its members rely on to keep the power on. Join us in celebrating National Lineman Appreciation Day on April 18th.
Read more >
Pastor's Pantry Received Round-Up Grant
Monday | June 29, 2020
Pastor’s Pantry is an available resource for anyone in need in the canyon, and provides both food and essential items, such as toiletries and paper products.
Read more >
Powering the Future
Tuesday | May 1, 2018
United Power has spent the past year engaging in innovative solutions to bring members more reliable and efficient energy with an eye toward “Powering the Future,” the theme of the 79th Annual Meeting and Director Election held on April 18th.
Read more >
Powering Your Community: Amy Clement
Wednesday | August 11, 2021
United Power is deeply rooted in the communities it serves and committed to their success. We manage our resources in a way that allows us to give back to our communities and empowers our employees to do the same.
Read more >
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Powering Your Night at the Fair
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Friday | July 2, 2021
Card Teaser
Enter to win one of four ticket packages to the Adams County Fair from United Power. The fair will be from August 4-8, 2021.
The Adams County Fair, August 4-8, will be packed with family friendly entertainment, and as the presenting sponsor, United Power is giving away ticket packages to some lucky members. Enter to win one of four prize packages below by completing the entry form.
Contest Entry FormFriday, August 6 | 7 p.m.
4 Tickets, Demolition Derby & Fireworks (x2)
2 Unlimited Carnival Arm Bands
$25 Concessions Gift Card
Saturday, August 7 | 7 p.m.
4 Tickets, NSPA Truck Pull
2 Unlimited Carnival Arm Bands
$25 Concessions Gift Card
Sunday, August 8 | 3 p.m.
4 Tickets, Dia de la Familia
2 Unlimited Carnival Arm Bands
$25 Concessions Gift Card
To learn more about the fair, go to www.adamscountyfair.com.
To enter by mail, mail a postcard with your name, address, phone and email to:
United Power
Attn: Adams County Fair Ticket Package Giveaway
500 Cooperative Way
Brighton, CO 80603
Entries must be received by July 28, 2021 to be eligible. United Power is not responsible for lost or misdirected mail.
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Putting Down Roots in Carbon Valley
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Friday | March 11, 2022
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Round-Up grant helps St. Vrain Habitat for Humanity provide homes for two families in Carbon Valley.
Round-Up Grant Helps Habitat for Humanity Provide Homes for Two Families
St. Vrain Habitat for Humanity presented two Carbon Valley families with keys to their new homes alongside friends, family, volunteers, and community organizations at a ribbon cutting in January. Among the organizations present at the event was United Power’s Operation Round-Up Foundation.
Habitat for Humanity provides newly constructed homes to families who are positioned for home ownership but are unable to qualify for traditional financing. The organization builds homes from the ground up and sells them at cost to selected families thanks to support from community volunteers. Round-Up awarded Habitat for Humanity a $5,000 grant to help with home construction costs.
“Without the help of community partners like Round-Up, we wouldn’t be able to do what we do for these families,” said Rebecca Shannon, community engagement manager for St. Vrain Habitat for Humanity.
Round-Up is funded entirely by members who voluntarily “round up” their monthly statements to the next whole dollar. The average contribution is approximately $.50 per month. Those funds are then redistributed to nonprofits in various parts of the service territory to ensure as many members receive help as possible.
“We are proud to support community organizations meeting the needs of vulnerable members,” said Joan Kniss, a Round-Up board member. “Habitat for Humanity has a strong track record of lifting people up and lets us see our grant dollars in action.”
Home ownership allows families to put down roots and begin contributing to their local community, Shannon said. Homes are not only built to meet all safety requirements, but are also energy efficient, which lowers the cost of ownership. Selected families are required to demonstrate commitment to their new home by returning volunteer hours helping with the construction of their future homes. Having a hand in building your own home develops a sense of pride in it.
Habitat for Humanity broke ground on a new home in Carbon Valley on March 7. To volunteer, visit www.stvrainhabitat.org.
More than 20% of United Power members voluntarily round up their bills. To enroll in Operation Round-Up, click here.
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Questions about Demand?
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Friday | January 25, 2019
Card Teaser
United Power’s new rate structure went into effect on January 1st, and members will begin to see the 2019 rates reflected as separate demand and energy charges on their February bills. While energy is the total power used, demand refers to the capacity needed to serve your location. The new rates break apart the costs for demand and energy to more fairly charge each member for their impact on the electric system and the energy they use.
United Power’s new rate structure went into effect on January 1st, and members will begin to see the 2019 rates reflected as separate demand and energy charges on their February bills. While energy is the total power used, demand refers to the capacity needed to serve your location. The new rates break apart the costs for demand and energy to more fairly charge each member for their impact on the electric system and the energy they use.
Why did you change to this rate structure?
The way our members use power has changed, and we now have more detailed information about how each member uses that power. On the blended rate, some members were paying more than they should, while others were not paying enough. The demand component allows us to more fairly charge each member in a way that is more closely aligned with our costs to provide that service.
How do I see when I hit my demand?
Demand measures the highest 15-minute interval of power consumption over the billing period and your bill will show you the kilowatt (kW) demand measurement of that highest interval. If you’d like to investigate what contributed to your demand charge, the Power Portal will show you the day and time that your demand peaked. Pinpointing the day and time will give you the information to reflect on how you were using energy.
Perhaps your demand was highest on a cold Saturday afternoon when you had soup on the stove, bread in the oven, the kids were downstairs gaming with a space heater on, and it was marathon laundry and cleaning day for the family. Operating all of these appliances at once required more system capacity for United Power to serve you, and your demand charge for the month is a fairer representation of how you used the electric system.
How can I reduce my demand?
Monitoring your use in the Power Portal will help you understand what is driving your demand. You’ll see the effect of using multiple appliances at once and what your energy profile looks like when you stagger appliances. If you’d like to keep your demand charges as low as possible, small changes in the way you use energy can make a difference. Here are some easy ways to reduce your demand:
Spread out the use of major appliances. Major electrical appliances that may contribute to high demand costs include air conditioners, electric clothes dryers, electric water heaters, electric ranges and ovens.
Use small cooking appliances or an outdoor grill.
Use a programmable or smart thermostat to pre-heat or pre-cool your home before you get home and operate kitchen appliances.
Use a timer on your water heater, dishwasher and pool pump.
Set a timer on your electric vehicle charger for the middle of the night after other major appliances are not in use.
