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Energy Efficiency
Tips

 

LED light bulbs are a great way to save money on your electricity bill. They use up to 75% less energy than old, incandescent bulbs.

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Save energy by preventing phantom loads - energy that is used by appliances and electronics even when they are turned off. Plug TV and stereo systems into a power strip and turn off all the peripherals with the flip of one switch.

 

 

HYDRO ENERGY

 

Taylor River Hydro Project

For several years, GCEA has been investigating the potential for developing a hydropower project at the existing Taylor River Dam Reservoir.

 

 

In 2009, GCEA partnered with the Upper Gunnison River Water Conservancy District (UGRWCD) and the Uncompaghre Valley Water Users Association (UVWUA) to apply for a grant from the Colorado Water Resources and Power Development Authority. The partners provided $15,000 matching funds and hired URS to conduct the study.

 

While this "reconnaissance-level investigation" indicated adding hydropower at the existing dam would be feasible from a technical and economic perspective, it recommended a more comprehensive feasibility investigation to refine the analyses.

 

In 2011, GCEA received a technical assistance grant from the Governor's Energy Office. This study provided additional analysis and led to the GCEA Board of Directors decision to move forward with the project.

 

During this next stage of the investigation, GCEA will be meeting with stakeholders, and looking into required permits and financing.

 

 

 

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