La Plata Electric Association Inc. (LPEA) invites cooperative members to meet LPEA’s CEO, Chris Hansen, for a series of “Current Conversations with Chris” events.
These informal gatherings are an opportunity to engage with Hansen, ask questions and learn more about the cooperative’s transition to energy independence during hours more convenient for those who work.
These meetings are in addition to the “Coffee with Chris” events taking place in local communities.
Appointed as LPEA’s CEO in November 2024, Hansen brings more than 25 years of experience in the environmental and energy sectors.
A former Colorado state senator and executive director of the Institute for Western Energy, he has worked with renewable energy organizations, utilities and government agencies to advance efficiency and sustainability.
Hansen is eager to connect with members, listen to their perspectives and discuss LPEA’s efforts to shape a sustainable and electrified future. These events have no formal agenda — just coffee, conversation and a focus on building community connections.
When and where
• March 25: 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Ska Brewery in Durango.
• April 16: 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Ramon’s in Pagosa Springs.
• April 25: 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Marvel Grange in Hesperus.
• June 10: 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Ska Brewery in Durango.
Why
These events offer an opportunity to learn about how the cooperative is proactively preparing to manage its own power supply with its departure from its current wholesale contract a year from now.
Attendees can ask questions about how LPEA is securing its own diversified energy portfolio, how the co-op is positioned to meet and exceed Colorado’s climate targets or LPEA’s broader vision for the future while engaging in open and meaningful conversations.
To RSVP and learn more about Current Conversations with Chris, visit lpea.coop/join-us-current-conversations-chris.
About LPEA
LPEA is a member-owned, not-for-profit, electric distribution cooperative serving La Plata and Archuleta counties, with segments of Hinsdale, Mineral and San Juan counties.
LPEA is the fifth-largest cooperative of 22 in Colorado and aims to provide safe, reliable electricity at the lowest reasonable cost to its approximately 36,500 members.
For additional information, contact LPEA at (970) 247-5786 or visit lpea.coop.
