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Colorado's Energy Recession Mar 17, 2026

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Colorado produced less energy in 2025 than in 2024. In economic terms, it's in a recession. What is the cause of this, what does it mean for the state, and is there a way to turn things around? PowerGab Hosts Jake Fogleman and Amy Cooke discuss this and more.

Show Notes:

https://i2i.org/fast-facts-about-colorados-electricity-sector-in-2025/

https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/HB26-1326

https://i2i.org/wp-content/uploads/25V-0480E-Step-1-Comanche-Report.pdf

https://i2i.org/the-big-shortfall-colorados-upcoming-power-plant-closures-and-planned-replacements/

https://coloradosun.com/2026/03/10/coal-power-xcel-hayden-pueblo/

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What is Rising Prices in Colorado? Mar 10, 2026

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Colorado's utility bills have risen, but why did that happen and is there an end in sight? PowerGab Hosts Jake Fogleman and Amy Cooke dive into the reason for the increases and discuss if there's a way to fix them.

Show Notes:

https://pikespeakbulletin.org/news/utilities-ceo-says-gloves-will-come-off-if-senate-bill-doesnt-delay-closing-nixon-coal-plant/

Also, we have Sarah’s post about the CO Sun opinion column:

https://i2i.org/colorado-suns-nonpartisan-case-against-natural-gas-is-misleading/

https://coloradosun.com/2026/02/24/opinion-colorado-natural-gas-prices-ssoaring-leave-fossil-fuels/

https://bigpivots.com/groups-say-puc-needs-to-rein-in-xcel/

https://energybadboys.substack.com/p/necessarily-skyrocket

https://energybadboys.substack.com/p/green-plating-the-grid-how-utilities

https://i2i.org/money-power-colorado/

https://liberalandlovingit.substack.com/p/a-sensible-energy-policy-for-colorado

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Coal Costs Will Rise Mar 03, 2026

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Coal power plants are already one of the most reliable and inexpensively run energy options, and Colorado utilizes them for base load power. However, new legislation threatens to raise the costs on coal fired power plants. PowerGab Hosts Jake Fogleman and Amy Cooke discuss this and more.

Show Notes:

https://i2i.org/us-supreme-court-to-review-boulder-climate-lawsuit-case/

https://bouldercolorado.gov/boulder-measures/community-greenhouse-gas-emissions

https://thehill.com/newsletters/energy-environment/5751603-scotus-to-consider-tossing-climate-suit/

https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/HB26-1268

https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/HB26-1226

https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/SB26-052

https://i2i.org/the-big-shortfall-colorados-upcoming-power-plant-closures-and-planned-replacements/

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We’ll be collecting comments throughout the 2026 legislative session, so you’ll have ample time to workshop your sarcasm.
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Full transparency: we’re the hosts, we pick the favorites, and it is 100% subjective.
If you’re looking for a neutral referee, this is not that contest.

At the end of the session, we’ll select our top 3–5 favorite comments.

Final Vote

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Democracy still works here. Mostly.

Winner announced on the last show in May 2026.

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This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, or approved by any utility, regulator, or energy modeler who thinks batteries replace physics.
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Colorado's Largest Company is Leaving Feb 24, 2026

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Colorado's Largest company is leaving the state. Why did they leave and what ramifications will it have on the state? PowerGab Hosts Jake Fogleman and Amy Cooke discuss this and more.

Show Notes:

Palantir

https://www.9news.com/article/money/business/palantir-relocates-headquarters-denver-florida/73-177d0830-b270-4861-8d87-4e3e7f7e5046

Chris Wright

https://www.stripes.com/branches/air_force/2026-02-17/nuclear-reactor-first-of-its-kind-airlift-20775380.html

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/02/19/us-energy-iea-climate-net-zero-peak-oil-trump.html

Clean Heat Plan

https://i2i.org/colorados-energy-future-the-high-cost-of-100-percent-electric-home-heating/

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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 pick the favorites, and it is 100% subjective.
If you’re looking for a neutral referee, this is not that contest.

At the end of the session, we’ll select our top 3–5 favorite comments.

Final Vote

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Democracy still works here. Mostly.

Winner announced on the last show in May 2026.

The (Very Small) Legal Stuff

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Must pick up at the Independence Institute office, 727 E 16th Ave, Denver, CO 80203
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Endangerment Finding Revoked Feb 17, 2026

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The Trump Administration repeals the EPA's Endangerment Finding. What does this mean and how will it affect Colorado? PowerGab Hosts Jake Fogleman and Amy Cooke discuss this and more.

Show Notes:

-https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/4456056/trump-repeals-climate-landmark-rule-axing-emissions-rules-vehicles/

-https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/SB26-102

-https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/HB26-1129

Win a Predator Generator

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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 pick the favorites, and it is 100% subjective.
If you’re looking for a neutral referee, this is not that contest.

At the end of the session, we’ll select our top 3–5 favorite comments.

Final Vote

Then you vote on the winner.

Democracy still works here. Mostly.

Winner announced on the last show in May 2026.

The (Very Small) Legal Stuff

No purchase necessary.
Void where prohibited, regulated, or over-engineered.
No cash value and not transferable.
Must pick up at the Independence Institute office, 727 E 16th Ave, Denver, CO 80203
One generator will be awarded. Actual runtime may vary depending on weather, policy decisions, and common sense.
This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, or approved by any utility, regulator, or energy modeler who thinks batteries replace physics.
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P.U.C. Subsidy Gamble Feb 10, 2026

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Colorado's Public Utilities Commission has given Xcel Energy approval for renewable energy projects in order to try and get federal subsidies. How will this play out and is it a good decision? PowerGab Hosts Jake Fogleman and Amy Cooke discuss this and more.

Show Notes:

https://coloradosun.com/2025/07/24/new-coal-gas-power-plants-higher-energy-bills-trump-colorado/

Win a Predator Generator

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Yes, we’re giving away a Predator Generator.

No, this is not a drill.

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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 pick the favorites, and it is 100% subjective.
If you’re looking for a neutral referee, this is not that contest.

At the end of the session, we’ll select our top 3–5 favorite comments.

Final Vote

Then you vote on the winner.

Democracy still works here. Mostly.

Winner announced on the last show in May 2026.

The (Very Small) Legal Stuff

No purchase necessary.
Void where prohibited, regulated, or over-engineered.
No cash value and not transferable.
Must pick up at the Independence Institute office, 727 E 16th Ave, Denver, CO 80203
One generator will be awarded. Actual runtime may vary depending on weather, policy decisions, and common sense.
This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, or approved by any utility, regulator, or energy modeler who thinks batteries replace physics.
By entering, you agree we may read, share, or lovingly mock your comment on the show.

One comment.

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What Kept You Warm During the Storm? Feb 03, 2026

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Winter Storm Fern wreaked havoc with cold temperatures across the United States. What energy resource was responsible for keeping homes warm? And will there be upcoming policies that help or hurt that? PowerGab Hosts Jake Fogleman and Amy Cooke discuss this and more.

Show Notes:

Utility Dive: https://www.utilitydive.com/news/us-coal-generation-jumped-31-winter-storm-fern-eia/810838/

Euphemistically named “Colorado Clean Affordable Electricity: 2026 Outline." https://www.aoenergy.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026-Clean-Affordable-Electricity-outline.docx

https://www.nerc.com/newsroom/resource-adequacy-risks-intensify-across-north-america-as-demand-growth-surges

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 pick the favorites, and it is 100% subjective.
If you’re looking for a neutral referee, this is not that contest.

At the end of the session, we’ll select our top 3–5 favorite comments.

Final Vote

Then you vote on the winner.

Democracy still works here. Mostly.

Winner announced on the last show in May 2026.

The (Very Small) Legal Stuff

No purchase necessary.
Void where prohibited, regulated, or over-engineered.
No cash value and not transferable.
Must pick up at the Independence Institute office, 727 E 16th Ave, Denver, CO 80203
One generator will be awarded. Actual runtime may vary depending on weather, policy decisions, and common sense.
This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, or approved by any utility, regulator, or energy modeler who thinks batteries replace physics.
By entering, you agree we may read, share, or lovingly mock your comment on the show.

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Happy New Year. Your Bills Are Going Up. Jan 27, 2026

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Xcel Energy proposes rate hikes, but is it Xcel's choice or is it because of the Colorado Legislature? PowerGab Hosts Jake Fogleman and Amy Cooke discuss this and more with special guest Sarah Montalbano from Always On Energy Research.

Show Notes:

https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/SB26-022

https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/hb26-1030

Rumored bill: https://coloradosun.com/2026/01/23/colorado-data-center-bills-incentives-regulations/

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No, this is not a drill.

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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 pick the favorites, and it is 100% subjective.
If you’re looking for a neutral referee, this is not that contest.

At the end of the session, we’ll select our top 3–5 favorite comments.

Final Vote

Then you vote on the winner.

Democracy still works here. Mostly.

Winner announced on the last show in May 2026.

The (Very Small) Legal Stuff

No purchase necessary.
Void where prohibited, regulated, or over-engineered.
No cash value and not transferable.
Must pick up at the Independence Institute office, 727 E 16th Ave, Denver, CO 80203
One generator will be awarded. Actual runtime may vary depending on weather, policy decisions, and common sense.
This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, or approved by any utility, regulator, or energy modeler who thinks batteries replace physics.
By entering, you agree we may read, share, or lovingly mock your comment on the show.

One comment.

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Will Craig, CO Survive? Jan 20, 2026

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The Trump administration gave a stay of executive for a coal power plant in Craig, CO. What does that mean for this rural town and what will happen if it's forced to shut down? PowerGab Hosts Jake Fogleman and Amy Cooke interview former power plant employee John Kinkaid to find out more.

Show Notes:

https://www.energy.gov/documents/federal-power-act-section-202c-craig-order-no-202-25-14

https://coloradosun.com/2025/11/14/tri-state-craig-station-trump-federal-power-act-greenhouse-gas-emissions

https://earthjustice.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/grid-strategies_craig-unit-1-report.pdf

Win a Predator Generator

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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 pick the favorites, and it is 100% subjective.
If you’re looking for a neutral referee, this is not that contest.

At the end of the session, we’ll select our top 3–5 favorite comments.

Final Vote

Then you vote on the winner.

Democracy still works here. Mostly.

Winner announced on the last show in May 2026.

The (Very Small) Legal Stuff

No purchase necessary.
Void where prohibited, regulated, or over-engineered.
No cash value and not transferable.
Must pick up at the Independence Institute office, 727 E 16th Ave, Denver, CO 80203
One generator will be awarded. Actual runtime may vary depending on weather, policy decisions, and common sense.
This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, or approved by any utility, regulator, or energy modeler who thinks batteries replace physics.
By entering, you agree we may read, share, or lovingly mock your comment on the show.

One comment.

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Because when the grid wobbles, satire won’t keep your lights on — but a Predator Generator will.

Why Did Xcel Shut Off Your Power? Jan 13, 2026

Show notes

Xcel recently shut off power for thousands of customers. Why did they do this and how could it have been avoided? PowerGab Hosts Jake Fogleman and Amy Cooke discuss this and more.

Show Notes:

Shutdown

Wildfire matters review committee bill that wasn’t approved.

https://content.leg.colorado.gov/sites/default/files/images/bill_5_26-0104.02.pdf

It prohibits punitive damages if certain conditions are met.

Wildfire Matters Review Committee letter https://content.leg.colorado.gov/sites/default/files/images/signed_wildfire_letter_8-26_0.pdf

https://www.rmpbs.org/blogs/science-environment/xcel-energy-wind-power-shutoff?utm_source=chatgpt.com

https://www.utilitydive.com/news/texas-sues-xcel-panhandle-fires/808421

https://enewspaper.denverpost.com/infinity/article_popover_share.aspx?guid=9a387107-a430-4bf2-8856-d519e4143cad&share=true

Guest editorial

https://enewspaper.denverpost.com/infinity/article_popover_share.aspx?guid=9a387107-a430-4bf2-8856-d519e4143cad&share=true

Gas Appliance warning label

https://coloradosun.com/2025/12/19/colorado-gas-stove-warning-law-halted/

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 pick the favorites, and it is 100% subjective.
If you’re looking for a neutral referee, this is not that contest.

At the end of the session, we’ll select our top 3–5 favorite comments.

Final Vote

Then you vote on the winner.

Democracy still works here. Mostly.

Winner announced on the last show in May 2026.

The (Very Small) Legal Stuff

No purchase necessary.
Void where prohibited, regulated, or over-engineered.
No cash value and not transferable.
Must pick up at the Independence Institute office, 727 E 16th Ave, Denver, CO 80203
One generator will be awarded. Actual runtime may vary depending on weather, policy decisions, and common sense.
This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, or approved by any utility, regulator, or energy modeler who thinks batteries replace physics.
By entering, you agree we may read, share, or lovingly mock your comment on the show.

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