Delta-Montrose Electric Association (DMEA), Delta, CO

Groundbreaking for Garnet Mesa Solar project in Delta, CO

DMEA has partnered with Guzman Energy since 2020. DMEA’s goals were to:

  • Stabilize their wholesale cost of power.
  • Increase local renewable power generation.
  • Have greater local control over its power portfolio and greater flexibility.

By leaving their legacy G&T cooperative supplier and partnering with Guzman Energy as exclusive wholesale power provider, DMEA has:

  • Lowered its cost of wholesale power. In 2020, DMEA’s power costs decreased by more than $2.7 million compared to 2019 despite relatively equal kilowatt hour (kWh) purchases. This savings was achieved in just the first six months of sourcing electricity from Guzman Energy rather than their previous power supplier.
  • Stabilized the cost of wholesale power through its fixed-price wholesale power contract. 2024 marked the fifth consecutive year of stable power rates for member-owners.
  • Achieved improved financial performance. 2020 adjusted net operating margins exceeding $4.3 million, more than double its adjusted net operating margins in 2019 and its best performance since 2014. The decrease in operating expenses was due primarily to reduced wholesale power supply costs.
  • Increased local renewable generation plans. DMEA, Alluvial Power and Guzman Energy have begun construction on the 80 MW Garnet Mesa solar project in DMEA’s service territory that will serve DMEA and other customers.
  • Restored local control to DMEA to govern its power supply decision-making.

From day one, Guzman Energy has fully embraced our vision of stable rates, local generation, and local control. As we welcome the 5th year of stable rates in 2024, we are simultaneously announcing the groundbreaking of Colorado's largest agrivoltaic solar array. Our partnership with Guzman Energy is one of true collaboration, and together, we are committed to creating a successful future for our members.

Jack Johnston, CEO, Delta-Montrose Electric Association