The season of giving has arrived! The golden leaves are fading and the snow is piling up in the mountains. Hopefully, you've gotten your heaters turned on and everything is working to keep you warm and cozy.

• Make sure you're winter storm-ready with these tips 👉here.
• PLUS, find some practical tips 👉 here to reduce your energy bill and save money this winter.

As the holiday season charges up, and we reflect on our commitment to our community, we're excited to spread the joy and make a positive impact in the lives of our members. We're looking forward to seeing you for the Durango and Pagosa Fill the Bucket Food Drives coming up this weekend and next! Drop off your donations:

• Saturday 11/16 - Durango
• Saturday 11/23 - Pagosa Springs

If you're looking for other giving opportunities this season, our Giving Tree program will launch the week of Thanksgiving. Learn more about how we're supporting our community and how you can help 👉 here

In case you missed it, here are some recent headlines:

• LPEA Welcomes Chris Hansen as New CEO
• LPEA and Tri-State Execute Term Sheet Paving the Way for Future Collaboration
• $1.5 Million in Capital Credits Heading to LPEA Members
• LPEA and Fort Lewis College Unite to Empower Tomorrow's Entrepreneurs
• LPEA Chosen for a National Study to Understand and Strengthen Electric Infrastructure in the Face of Climate Challenges

Finally, a quick reminder that our offices will be closed on Wednesday and Thursday, November 27 and 28 for Thanksgiving. Best wishes to you and yours, and we'll look forward to seeing you again in December!

Stay warm out there,

Your LPEA Team

Announcing Our New CEO!

We are proud to share that Chris Hansen has accepted the position of CEO here at LPEA and we look forward to his leadership as we continue to work toward a more energy-independent future.

Keeping the Lights On: We've Been Hard at Work This Year

We're excited to share some major improvements we've made in 2024 to strengthen our electrical grid and better serve our community. 

LPEA Attended the Lineworker Rodeo, October 19

What happens when you bring together the world's most skilled electrical workers to test their expertise? A valuable opportunity to enhance the safety and capability of our crews who keep your lights on every day. 

LPEA and FLC Unite to Empower Tomorrow's Entrepreneurs

LPEA is proud to be the 2025-2028 Presenting Sponsor for Fort Lewis College's Hawk Tank Business Plan Competition.

Virtual Finance and Audit Committee Meeting - November 14

In-Person Board Meeting (With virtual option) - November 20

Fill the Bucket Food Drive in Durango - November 16

Fill the Bucket Food Drive in Pagosa - November 23

Offices Closed - November 27 - 28