United Power

Headquartered just east of I-76 in Brighton, United Power provides electricity to more than 69,000 meters. Cities and towns supplied in whole or part by United Power include Brighton, Ft. Lupton, Hudson, Keenesburg, the tri-town area, Erie, Broomfield and Thornton. In addition to a large front range territory, United Power supplies power to a non-contiguous territory in the Coal Creek and Golden Gate Canyon area in the foothills. The growth territory includes some of the Denver metro area?s fastest growing communities in this decade.

Local control is hallmark of the rural electric industry, and United Power is no exception. The cooperative is overseen by a member-elected board of directors, which works in tandem with our staff to provide power throughout our growing territory. Customer-members enjoy the ability to have a voice in the operation of their electric cooperative ? by voting in annual director elections, running for a board seat, or through a number of member committees providing educational opportunities. Something as simple as maintaining local offices is key to our customer outreach efforts.

Commitment to the communities we serve is illustrated in a number of ways. Sponsorships of community events, support of local economic development groups and chambers, and active participation in local government, helps the cooperative better meet the growing needs of the communities we serve. Understanding each city or town?s growth plans helps United Power plan for the future. United Power actively supports local projects and events, and encourages our entir