Platte River Power Authority

Community-owned public power utility that generates and delivers reliable, environmentally responsible and financially sustainable energy and services.

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Breaking ground, building the future ⚡

Weld Energy Storage will store up to 100 MW of energy and deliver it when it’s needed most, boosting reliability as we continue toward a renewable energy future.

Thank you to NextEra Energy Resources and our Platte River team who helped make this milestone possible!

Read all about it: https://t.co/mL7uqWRITd

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Wait… so Rawhide Energy Station IS Platte River Power Authority?

YES!

Rawhide is one of the facilities owned and operated by Platte River Power Authority, and everyone who works there is a Platte River employee.

And we completely understand where the confusion comes from.

📍 Rawhide is north of Wellington, while our Platte River headquarters building is in Fort Collins. Because we’re community-owned, our headquarters is located within one of the owner communities we serve.

While each employee is typically stationed at one location or the other, many of us regularly travel between sites.

Same employer ✅
Different location ✅

Stay tuned for more clarity on our organization’s structure! #PublicPower

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Powering our owner communities spans far beyond just helping keep the lights on.

Platte River employees are proud to support blood donation efforts at both our Rawhide Energy Station and headquarters—helping neighbors in need and strengthening the communities we serve.

Giving back is part of who we are. ❤️

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Take a look at race day from our 7th annual NoCo Time Trials!

This solar- and battery-powered car competition is one of our favorite annual events. It showcases the innovation and excitement fueling the next generation of energy leaders.

It keeps growing in popularity. This year, we had approximately 450 guests in attendance! Thanks to everyone who made this a fun-filled day.🚗⚡

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🚲⚡ Happy National E-Bike Day!

E-bikes are becoming increasingly popular as more people can get around in new, efficient ways. Every ride still depends on something behind the scenes: reliable power.

At Platte River, we’re proud to help keep that power flowing for our four owner communities, whether it’s fueling homes, businesses or the ride across town.

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Plot twist: it's baby season 🐄

Every spring, about 25 bison calves join the herd at our Rawhide Energy Station's range land, and they're obviously stealing the spotlight.

We'll get back to market transition and battery storage updates soon… but for now, we're soaking up the fluffy cuteness.

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Today, we honor and remember those who gave their all for our freedom. We recognize the sacrifices made and express our deepest gratitude to those in our owner communities and beyond. Wishing you a peaceful Memorial Day. #HonorAndServe

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I'm walking on sunshine! 🎶 ☀️

Well, our generation load certainly is. After a particularly rainy week, our solar fields are coming back to life!

For the first time ever, Black Hollow Sun, the largest solar project in northern Colorado, is producing power at its maximum output of 257 MW.

Combined with existing solar installations at Rawhide Energy Station, this means that over half of our power production for Platte River's system is generated directly from the sun, and a whopping 81% of our energy production right now is coming from renewable sources.

Platte River continues toward its deep decarbonization goals and commitment to reliable, environmentally responsible, financially sustainable power.

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A smart infrastructure investment in the 1990s is still making a difference today.

Platte River built its fiber network to support a reliable electric system. It has grown into a resource that supports broadband expansion, public safety, healthcare connectivity and more across the region.

👉 Learn more: https://t.co/NyJZc4NCMK

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🎉 Platte River is excited to welcome Travis Walker, Light and Power director for the City of Fort Collins, to our board of directors.

Walker replaces Tyler Marr who served on Platte River’s board since January 2024. Walker’s first Platte River board meeting will be on Thursday, May 28.

Read more: https://t.co/aTCHFGy0Yu

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While most people are just starting their morning, Kyle Hicks is already deep into forecasts, markets and strategy.

After 16 years at Platte River, as senior energy trader he is helping navigate big changes in how power is bought and sold, all while keeping reliability front and center.

He might even be a local celebrity.

👉 Read more: https://t.co/K09MHSQTjy

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After more than a decade of improving combustible dust safety at Rawhide Energy Station, one moment at an industry conference brought the importance of that work into sharp focus.

When nearly two-thirds of attendees raised their hands to say they had experienced a dust explosion, and many involved injuries or worse, it reinforced what Platte River teams already knew: the risks are real, and the work matters.

From early system upgrades to a fully modernized dust collection approach, the commitment never wavered—even with Unit 1’s retirement ahead. Safety doesn’t sleep, and protecting people always comes first.

👉 Read the full story: https://t.co/yU8n4JamU9

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Just your average #SelfieSaturday. Nothing to see here. Carry on.

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Platte River was proud to sponsor ChildSafe’s Celebration of Healing, honoring 40 years of impact.

As ChildSafe marks one year in their Loveland expansion, the event brought the community together to raise funds and support survivors throughout Northern Colorado.

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We’re honored to share that Platte River has been recognized as Campaign of the Year by United Way of Larimer County for the second year in a row! This achievement belongs to our employees, their generosity, commitment and community spirit made this possible. We’re grateful for their continued support and proud to partner with United Way to make a meaningful difference in the communities we serve.

Our 2025–2026 campaign reflects that commitment:
🤩Employee giving increased 21.8% year over year
🤩Average gift size increased 16% year over year
🤩Number of donors increased 5% year over year
🤩Leadership donor giving ($500+ annually) increased 22%

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Platte River was proud to support Arbor Day celebrations across our owner communities. Proclamations were read in Fort Collins and Loveland, and we joined Loveland students for a school assembly and tree planting at Laurene Edmondson Elementary. Estes Park and Longmont also marked the occasion with sapling giveaways to the community. We’re honored to support our owner communities’ Arbor Day activities, a tradition that’s been growing strong since 2001.

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Platte River is a proud sponsor of W.O.L.F. Sanctuary (Wolves Offered Life and Friendship), an organization in Northern Colorado dedicated to improving the quality of life for wolves and wolf dogs through rescue, sanctuary and education. We were happy to attend the Howlin' Blues Gala, an annual event to help raise funds to continue their mission to provide care for these animals, and fact-based information about their behaviors and positive impacts on the environment.

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Today we recognize the skilled trades professionals at Platte River whose expertise help keep our operations safe, reliable and running strong. From electrical work to mechanical maintenance, their hands-on skills make a real difference every day.

Thank you for the craftsmanship, precision and pride you bring to the job. 👷‍♂️👷‍♀️

#NationalSkilledTradesDay #SkilledTrades #WorkforcePride #SafetyFirst

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Platte River’s 7th annual NoCo Time Trials brought together hundreds of students, families and community members for a high-energy day of racing, creativity and hands-on STEM learning.

The solar and battery powered car competition showcased the innovation and excitement fueling the next generation of energy leaders with approximately 450 guests in attendance. 🚗⚡

Read more 👉 https://t.co/tjCVn7pmFV

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On International Firefighters’ Day, we’re proud to spotlight our on-site Emergency Response Team at our Rawhide Energy Station.

Trained to respond in minutes, they protect lives, infrastructure and our ability to serve our owner communities, every day. Thank you for your critical service. 🧯❤️