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Distributed Energy Resources
Public power utility Colorado Springs Utilities, the City of Colorado Springs and several other entities have received funding from the U.S. Department of Energy to validate concepts that aggregate power across complex energy systems, including virtual power plants.
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Energy Storage
Texas public power utility CPS Energy has launched a request for proposals for up to 500 megawatts of energy storage systems.
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What it means to be a leader, from three voices inside public power and out.
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The different ways to define, look at, and talk about leadership in public power.
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A visual breakdown of data showing where public power maintains an advantage over its utility peers – and where it falls behind.
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What makes a public power manager a standout leader? We asked our awards committee members for the common qualities they see across winning nominations for APPA’s Individual Leadership awards. - Presents new ideas - Exhibits pride in their organization, employees, and community - Supports their