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Colorado Country Life

 

Catch up on all of the latest news in the electric industry, energy saving tips, local happenings, recipes, contests, the outdoors and more. 

May 2024

Scholarship Program Celebrates Unprecedented Success

SIEA’s board selected 39 students to receive $1,000 scholarships, surpassing previous records of number of scholarships awarded and total dollar amount awarded.

April 2024 Colorado Country Life magazine cover
April 2024 Colorado Country Life magazine cover

Chill Out and Cash In

The hotter it gets, the harder the A/C has to work to keep you cool. Check out our list of 6 ways to save on your summer electric bill.

Beware of Phony Utility Scams

Scammers are now using search engines, like Google, to try and trick you into clicking malicious ads that look like billing portals. Follow these tips to avoid fake utility and search engine ad scams.

April 2024 Colorado Country Life magazine cover
April 2024 Colorado Country Life magazine cover

SIEA Board Recognized for Leadership Certification

All seven members of SIEA’s Board of Directors have earned their National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) Board Leadership Certificates (BLC). In 2023, San Isabel Electric was the only Colorado electric cooperative that had earned this achievement.

April 2024

The Power Behind Your Power

Behind every lineworker there is a family supporting then. Sadie Beach, wife of San Isabel Electric Journeyman Lineman Brendon Beach, shares insights about the families behind lineworkers. Sadly, her husband passed away in a car accident, after a morning of skiing, just a week after she completed the article. Cover photos courtesy of Sadie Beach. Click the link to read her story on page 7, and learn how you can help their family recover from this tragedy.

April 2024 Colorado Country Life magazine cover
April 2024 Colorado Country Life magazine cover

Thank a Lineworker Coloring Sheet

April is Lineworker Appreciation Month! To thank a lineworker for their hardwork and sacrifice, please color this page and return it to a local San Isabel Electric office near you. Pages will be displayed for lineworkers to see.

March 2024

Solar's Role in Power

Solar is an affordable part of our energy mix. But, it cannot be relied upon during extremes unless grid advancements are made. 

April 2024 Colorado Country Life magazine cover
April 2024 Colorado Country Life magazine cover

How to Optimize Your Investment in Solar Energy

While PV systems are very durable and virtually maintenance free, there is always a better way to use them to their best potential. Here is a basic list of best practices and ways to take full advantage of your solar investment.

High Voltage Future

San Isabel Electric’s Apprenticeship program lights a way for future utility workers. 

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