Update on xcel engery project in unaweep canyon
Thanks to everyone who reached out to the Coalition regarding the recent news stories concerning a proposed Xcel Energy project in Unaweep Canyon.
At this time, the WCCC is aware that Xcel Energy has applied for a preliminary permit for the “Pumped Storage Hydropower Project” in Unaweep. Communication with the Access Fund has been established regarding the development. We know that the Access Fund is making a good faith effort to work with Xcel Energy, alert them to the protected properties, and hopefully find a mutually beneficial path forward. This is a slow moving project and we will keep you informed as information becomes available.
We understand that residents within the Unaweep Canyon community have created a webpage to distribute information about the project. Additional information can be found using the link included below.