Colorado Can't Hit Energy Goals

About this episode

The episode discusses Colorado's energy targets and the challenges in achieving them without additional funding.

Colorado Governor Jared Polis recently discussed the future of Colorado and its energy targets. However, there doesn't seem to be a path forward without extra resources. Where would this additional funding come from? PowerGab Hosts Jake Fogleman and Amy Cooke discuss this and more. Show Notes: HB26-1326 Sunset Review SB26-182 CSU keep Ray Nixon open until 2032 SB26-002 Energy Affordability SB 102 – Data Center and large load HB 26 1030 – Data center and Utility Modernization Jared Polis on Politico Energy Podcast Pew Research: Americans blame utilities for rising home energy bills Win a Predator Generator Because the grid could use a backup plan. Yes, we’re giving away a Predator Generator . No, this is not a drill. Yes, it’s because reliability apparently isn’t fashionable anymore. How to Enter Starting with the first show of 2026 , drop a funny, clever, or pithy comment in the show’s comment section. That’s it. No forms. No fine print to initial. No ESG questionnaire. We’ll be collecting comments throughout the 2026 legislative session , so you’ll have ample time to workshop your sarcasm. After each show, we’ll pick our favorite comment . Full transparency: we’re the hosts, we…

People in this episode

Hosts: Jake Fogleman, Amy Cooke

Topics covered

• energy goals
• funding
• Colorado politics
• energy affordability
• utility modernization

Keywords

• Colorado
• energy targets
• funding sources
• utility bills
• energy policy

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: CSU, Pew Research

Products: Predator Generator

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