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Adams County, Colorado Electricity Overview
The US national average residential price per kilowatt hour sits at 16.01 cents, while residents of Adams County benefit from an average rate that is 12.75% less at 13.97 cents per kilowatt hour.
Adams County generates 93.32% of its electricity from non-renewable sources, giving it a ranking of 4th in Colorado out of 64 counties for total electricity generation from non-renewable fuel types.
Adams County produces 0.56 megawatt hours per citizen of the county from renewable fuel sources. This makes Adams County the 31st highest ranking county out of 64 counties for renewable production per capita in Colorado.
Emitting 2,197,280,428.39 kilograms of CO2 gases, Adams County has the 136th highest pollution level from electricity use of any county in the United States.
Throughout the previous 12 months, Adams County had a 10.91% decrease in CO2 emissions per capita.
In Adams County, the usage of renewable fuels for electricity production has dropped by 4.54% in the past year.
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
Total Consumption
5,091,756 MWh
Consumption per Capita
9.65 MWh
ENERGY PRODUCTION
Total Production
4,452,623 MWh
Production from Renewable Energy
297,344 MWh
Production from Non-Renewable Energy
4,155,279 MWh
Production per Capita
8.44 MWh
EMISSIONS
CO2 Emissions
2,197,280,428 kg
CO2 Emissions per Capita
4,164.87 kg
Thornton, CO Electricity Overview
The average residential electricity price for Thornton is around 13.98 cents per kilowatt hour. This is 2.39% below the state's average rate of 14.32 cents, ranking the city at 101st best for average electricity rate out of 483 cities in Colorado. The national average monthly residential power bill is $137.21, while the Thornton average is 30.25% less at $95.71 per month. Selling an estimated 88,122.12 megawatt hours, Public Service Company of Colorado is the largest supplier in the city.
Tracking emissions on a per capita basis shows us the emissions efficiency of a city. Thornton averages 4,656.97 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident from electricity use, which ranks them 301st highest in the state out of 483 cities for emissions efficiency. At 4,656.97 kilograms per person and 143,279 citizens in the city, the city emits 667,246,179.7 kilograms of CO2 emissions. The city has the 17th highest number of power plants of any city in the state, with one total power plant.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Thornton
Thornton residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in May.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Thornton, Colorado
Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
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Public Service Company of Colorado | BUNDLED | 14.36 | 84.37 | 9,482,005.79 | 1,361,553,905 | |
United Power | BUNDLED | 13.58 | 108.65 | 926,020.26 | 125,743,101 |
Zips with electric coverage in Thornton, Colorado include: 80229, 80233, 80221, 80601, 80602, 80260, 80241, 80023, 80603, 80640
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Commerce City, CO Electricity Overview
The average residential electricity price for Commerce City is around 13.85 cents per kilowatt hour. This is 3.31% below the state's average rate of 14.32 cents, ranking the city at 93rd best for average electricity rate out of 483 cities in Colorado. The city is ranked 13th in the state in total electricity produced from power plants within its borders, with 38,784 megawatt hours produced. There is 1545.27% more electricity used in Commerce City than is generated, forcing the city to purchase electricity from neighboring cities and counties.
Tracking emissions on a per capita basis shows us the emissions efficiency of a city. Commerce City averages 4,629.17 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident from electricity use, which ranks them 449th highest in the state out of 483 cities for emissions efficiency. With total emissions of 306,061,984.22 kilograms, the city ranks 19th worst in Colorado for total emissions from electricity use, however, it could be argued that emissions per capita is a better measurement of a city's pollution levels. The city is home to one electricity producing plant. Commerce City has approximately 100.00% of its electricity generated from Other Biomass Gas.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Commerce City
Commerce City residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in November.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Commerce City, Colorado
Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
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Public Service Company of Colorado | BUNDLED | 14.36 | 84.37 | 9,482,005.79 | 1,361,553,905 | |
United Power | BUNDLED | 13.58 | 108.65 | 926,020.26 | 125,743,101 |
Zips with electric coverage in Commerce City, Colorado include: 80022, 80229, 80601, 80602, 80216, 80603, 80640
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Brighton, CO Electricity Overview
The average residential electricity price for Brighton is around 13.82 cents per kilowatt hour. This is 3.47% below the state's average rate of 14.32 cents, ranking the city at 92nd best for average electricity rate out of 483 cities in Colorado. United Power sells an estimated 61,284.14 megawatt hours in the city per year, more than all other electricity suppliers.
Tracking emissions on a per capita basis shows us the emissions efficiency of a city. Brighton averages 4,656.97 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident from electricity use, which ranks them 16th highest in the state out of 483 cities for emissions efficiency. With total emissions of 185,789,866.9 kilograms, the city ranks 22nd worst in Colorado for total emissions from electricity use, however, it could be argued that emissions per capita is a better measurement of a city's pollution levels. The 385,036.47 megawatt hours of electricity used in Brighton must be imported from nearby areas with power plants as there are no electricity facilities that call the city home.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Brighton
Brighton residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in December.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Brighton, Colorado
Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
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Public Service Company of Colorado | BUNDLED | 14.36 | 84.37 | 9,482,005.79 | 1,361,553,905 | |
United Power | BUNDLED | 13.58 | 108.65 | 926,020.26 | 125,743,101 |
Zips with electric coverage in Brighton, Colorado include: 80601, 80602, 80603, 80621, 80640
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Electricity Production in Adams County, Colorado
Power Plants in Adams County, Colorado
Plant | City/County | State | Primary Fuel Type | Production (MWh) | Emission (kg) | Emissions per MWh | Toxic Chemical Release | Closing Date |
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North Washington CDP | CO | Natural Gas | 3,559,506 | 1,448,148,857.96 | 406.84 | |||
Blue Spruce Energy CenterPublic Service Company of Colorado (100.00%) | Adams County | CO | Natural Gas | 402,406 | 246,923,646.85 | 613.62 | ||
Pioneer Solar (CO), LLCPioneer Solar (CO), LLC (100.00%) | Adams County | CO | Solar | 179,973 | ||||
Frank KnutsonTri State Generation (100.00%) | Adams County | CO | Natural Gas | 138,588 | 97,029,818.86 | 700.13 | ||
Metro Wastewater Reclamation DistrictENGIE Denver Metro LLC (100.00%) | Commerce City | CO | Other Biomass Gas | 37,934 | 16,620,327.44 | 438.14 | ||
Victory Solar LLCDuke Energy (100.00%) | Adams County | CO | Solar | 23,400 | ||||
Gaylord Rockies CHP | Aurora | CO | Natural Gas | 12,446 | 5,951,899.38 | 478.22 | ||
Imboden Solar GardenAEP Onsite Partners (100.00%) | Adams County | CO | Solar | 4,992 | ||||
Venture 4 - 1DUXI CSG Venture 4 8304 LLC (100.00%) | Aurora | CO | Solar | 3,744 | ||||
Venture 2 - 1BUXI CSG Venture 2 8302 LLC (100.00%) | Aurora | CO | Solar | 3,731 | ||||
Venture 1 - 1A CSGUXI CSG Venture 1 8301 (100.00%) | Aurora | CO | Solar | 3,713 | ||||
Xcel Adams 2 Community Solar ArrayBrookfield Renewable Partners (100.00%) | Aurora | CO | Solar | 3,669 | ||||
Venture 3 - 1CUXI CSG Venture 3 8303 LLC (100.00%) | Aurora | CO | Solar | 3,627 | ||||
Xcel Adams 1 Community Solar ArrayBrookfield Renewable Partners (100.00%) | Adams County | CO | Solar | 3,600 | ||||
Denver Metro SolarDenver Metro Solar LLC (100.00%) | Aurora | CO | Solar | 3,586 | ||||
CO LI CSG 1 - KamerraStandard Solar (100.00%) | Aurora | CO | Solar | 3,476 | ||||
Oak Leaf Solar XXIII LLC (CSG)Greenbacker Renewable Energy Corporation (100.00%) | Adams County | CO | Solar | 3,315 | ||||
Mtn. Solar 2Standard Solar (100.00%) | Adams County | CO | Solar | 3,291 | ||||
Brighton PV Solar PlantHangar 160 LLC (100.00%) | Adams County | CO | Solar | 3,227 | ||||
Mtn. Solar 1Standard Solar (100.00%) | Adams County | CO | Solar | 2,862 |
Adams County, Colorado Details
Adams County citizens average 4,164.87 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident from electricity consumption. While not as telling of a statistic (more people almost always equals more pollution), the total emissions of Adams County from electricity use is 2,197,280,428.39 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which ranks as the 136th highest amount in the United States. About 93.03% of electricity in Adams County comes from production using Natural Gas. Solar and Other Biomass Gas are the second and third most often used fuels for electricity generation. Solar makes up 258,560 megawatt hours (5.81%) of electricity generation and Other Biomass Gas makes up 38,784 megawatt hours (0.87%) of total generation in the county. Adams County has the 2nd most power plants of any county in the state, with 24 total power plants.
Providers In Each City in Adams County:
- Bennett, Colorado:
- Core Electric Cooperative: 100.00%
- Brighton, Colorado:
- Public Service Company of Colorado: 29.89%
- United Power: 70.11%
- Commerce City, Colorado:
- United Power: 66.95%
- Public Service Company of Colorado: 33.05%
- Federal Heights, Colorado:
- Public Service Company of Colorado: 100.00%
- Northglenn, Colorado:
- Public Service Company of Colorado: 86.72%
- United Power: 13.28%
- Thornton, Colorado:
- Public Service Company of Colorado: 51.13%
- United Power: 48.87%
* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.
FAQ
Which electricity companies offer service in Adams County, Colorado?
County Customers Rank | Provider | Est. County Customers |
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1 | Public Service Company of Colorado | 43,849 |
2 | United Power | 22,288 |
3 | Core Electric Cooperative | 13,441 |
4 | Morgan County Rural Electric Association | 1,094 |
How many power plants are within Adams County, Colorado?
Adams County, Colorado has 24 active power plants generating electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.
What electricity company is the largest supplier in Adams County, Colorado?
By total megawatt hours sold, Public Service Company of Colorado is the largest electricity company in Adams County, Colorado.
How many electric companies offer service in Adams County, Colorado?
Adams County, Colorado is home to 4 electricity suppliers offering service in the area.