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Colorado companies are deciding not to build data centers in Colorado. Is the reason because of energy rates, public sentiment, or something else? PowerGab Hosts Jake Fogleman and Amy Cooke discuss this topic with Sarah Montalbano, Energy Analyst at Always On Energy Research.
Show Notes:
https://news.gallup.com/poll/709772/americans-oppose-data-centers-area.aspx
https://www.denvergazette.com/2026/05/19/denver-halts-new-data-centers-for-12-months/

Colorado's legislative session has just ended. State lawmakers try to kneecap a law that allows Coloradans a right to natural gas. Does it work? What does having natural gas afford citizens? PowerGab Hosts Jake Fogleman and Amy Cooke discuss this and more.
Show Notes:
https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/SB26-002
https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/HB26-1326
https://i2i.org/colorados-puc-sunset-bill-lost-its-worst-provisions/
https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/SB26-182
https://leg.colorado.gov/initiatives/right-to-natural-gas-177
https://sarahmontalbano.substack.com/p/colorado-springs-utilities-coal-plant
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Colorado Governor Jared Polis recently discussed the future of Colorado and its energy targets. However, there doesn't seem to be a path forward without extra resources. Where would this additional funding come from? PowerGab Hosts Jake Fogleman and Amy Cooke discuss this and more.
Show Notes:
HB26-1326 Sunset Review
SB26-182 CSU keep Ray Nixon open until 2032
SB26-002 Energy Affordability
SB 102 – Data Center and large load
HB 26 1030 – Data center and Utility Modernization
Jared Polis on Politico Energy Podcast
Pew Research: Americans blame utilities for rising home energy bills
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Does updating the legislation on the retirement of another Colorado power plant save or cost the ratepayers money? We think you already know the answer. PowerGab Hosts Jake Fogleman and Amy Cooke discuss this and more.
Show Notes:
Colorado Springs Utility compromise bill
Colorado green NGOs continue to oppose nuclear energy despite bipartisan support.
HB26-1337: Bill to facilitate nuclear development
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Public support for nuclear increases as renewables falls. And, the real cost of servicing a Colorado Coal plant is compared against the cost of replacing it with renewables. How do they stack up? PowerGab Hosts Jake Fogleman and Amy Cooke discuss these topics and more.
Show Notes:
https://news.gallup.com/poll/708620/less-support-solar-wind-energy-nuclear.aspx
https://www.cpr.org/2026/04/17/xcel-reveals-full-cost-comanche-3/
https://i2i.org/puc-steamrolls-elbert-county-power-pathway/
https://coloradosun.com/2026/04/23/xcel-fossil-fuels-summer-power-gap/
https://i2i.org/testimony-on-sunset-review-puc/
https://i2i.org/puc-sunset-review-the-turducken-act-of-2019-with-a-slice-of-puc-in-pie/
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Yes, we’re giving away a Predator Generator.
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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.

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