PURPA

Poudre Valley REA is soliciting member input regarding Demand-Response Standards and Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Standards per new federal standards implemented by amendments made to Title I of the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act (PURPA).

Members that would like to comment, should fill out the form at the bottom of this webpage prior to the close of business day on Tuesday, January 31, 2023. Member feedback will be taken into consideration by the cooperative to discuss demand-response and EV charging programs at a public hearing on Tuesday, February 21, 2023, at 9:05am at the PVREA headquarters located at 7649 REA Parkway, Fort Collins, CO 80528.

Current Demand-Response and EV Charging Programs

Here at your cooperative, we offer programs and services to meet the evolving needs of our members, increase energy efficiency, and expand beneficial electrification to enhance the lives of those we serve. To that end, we are proud to offer demand-response and EV charging programs that may fit your lifestyle. Read about some of our options below or contact us directly to learn more.

Demand Response Program – Power Peak Rewards

Learn how using a smart thermostat can save you money on your monthly electric bill and help us all conserve heating and cooling energy. Details about our Power Peak Rewards demand-response program can be found online at www.pvrea.coop/power-rewards.

EV Programs – Rates & Rebates

Find helpful resources when considering the purchase of an electric vehicle, to determine what types of charger rebates are available, and to understand which electric rates can maximize your savings while owning an EV. Access our webpage at www.pvrea.coop/ev.

Background

The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act passed in 2021 included amendments to Title I of the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act (PURPA). These provisions adopt new federal standards regarding demand-response and EV charging standards that must be considered by state regulatory authorities and large nonregulated electric utilities, including many cooperatives.

As your local cooperative, we are providing members an avenue to make comments and give feedback on these new federal standards regarding demand-response and EV charging standards. Comments and written testimony submitted in the form below prior to January 31, 2023, will be taken into consideration at the public hearing on February 21, 2023, at 9:05 am at the PVREA headquarters to discuss these types of programs. This hearing is open to the public, with time and location information found online at www.pvrea.coop/board-meeting-schedule-minutes.

How You Can Get Involved

Click here to fill out the member feedback survey.