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Xcel Franchise Expiring -- Audio Discussions from KGNU radio program, "Connections"

July 28, 2010 | KGNU

Susan Perkins and Steve Pomerance discuss Boulder energy issues with KGNU host Duncan Campbell. The topic is the expiration of Boulder's franchise agreement with Xcel on August 3rd and how the city should respond.

Burning Coal Burning Cash--A Union of Concerned Scientists Report

July 25, 2010 | http://www.ucsusa.org/clean_energy/technology_and_impacts/impacts/burning-coal-states.html

In an extensive analysis of the money that leaves each state to pay for coal, the Union of Concerned Scientists has helped frame the economic benefits that will accompany the policies that keep energy dollars circulating in state economies through the development of in-state efficiency and...

Boulder council paints clearer picture of Xcel franchise options

July 20, 2010 | Boulder Daily Camera

Following months of behind-the-scenes negotiations and hours of public discussions about how to appeal to voters, the Boulder City Council is finally narrowing down the options for the future of its relationship with Xcel Energy.

The mission of Clean Energy Action is to:

Raise awareness about global climate change and other problems related to the use of fossil fuels
Accelerate the transition from a fossil fuel based economy to one based on clean, energy efficient technologies
Work to move Colorado beyond coal by retiring existing coal plants

Take Action!

Boulder's 20-year Franchise Agreement with Xcel expires this year! On August, 3rd, City Council will be deciding whether to put a new 20-year franchise agreement on the November ballot or to pursue an independent clean energy future. This is a critical juncture -- Join us at 6pm on Aug. 3rd at the City Council Chambers and make your voice heard.