Press Release | Office of the Utility Consumer Advocate

Routt County to Host Office of the Utility Consumer Advocate for a Presentation on PUC Public Comment Hearings Ahead of Xcel Energy’s Just Transition Plan Hearings

In preparation for public comment hearings on Xcel Energy's Just Transition Plan (JTP), the Office of the Utility Consumer Advocate (UCA) is visiting Routt County to educate the community about the operations of the Colorado Public Utilities Commission (PUC), the regulatory process, and how they can voice their concerns and perspectives.

Winter heating safety tips from the Office of the Utility Consumer Advocate

In winter, people use various ways to keep their homes warm. According to the National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA), heating equipment is the leading cause of fires in U.S. homes and nearly half of all home heating fires occur in December, January, and February. The Office of the Utility Consumer Advocate (UCA) is offering Coloradans these safety tips when using furnaces, space heaters, and fireplaces, to heat their homes.