Platte River Power Authority adheres to sustainable business practices such as:
- Recycling mixed office materials and yard waste
- LEED Gold certified headquarters campus with rooftop solar, battery storage technology and support from the City of Fort Collins’ green power program, resulting in a zero net carbon footprint for the entire campus
- Incorporating electric fleet vehicles and participating in the SmartTrips™ VanGo™ ride-share program to reduce gasoline consumption
- Installing special MicroGreen™ oil filters in vehicles to reduce motor oil consumption
- Using virtual computer servers and efficient lighting to reduce electricity consumption
- Encouraging staff to use alternative transportation methods to and from work
- Educating staff to make responsible decisions that improve the quality of the environment and the health and safety of the owner communities where we live and work