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Why Isn't Colorado Springs Leading the Way in Renewable Energy?new

This year, Colorado Springs Utilities set aside $1.5 million for solar rebates. The problem is, even with a rebate, your typical church, school or other nonprofit can't afford the up-front cost of a system. For-profit businesses -- which can qualify for federal grants -- are the only ones that might.
Colorado Springs Independent  |  Pam Zubeck  |  04-21-2011  |  Environment

No Eyes In The Skynew

A year after Colorado Springs cops grounded their choppers, only one thing is certain: They're not coming back soon.
Colorado Springs Independent  |  Chet Hardin  |  01-03-2011  |  Policy Issues

Colorado Springs City Council's Newest Member Sees Stars After Budget Beatdownnew

Like most newly chosen leaders, Bernie Herpin came to office in April with goals and visions. The newest Colorado Springs city councilor wanted to expand public safety, promote economic development, help the disabled. But reality wasted no time smacking him in the face.
Colorado Springs Independent  |  J. Adrian Stanley  |  06-09-2009  |  Politics

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