kcsivils Wrote:
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> Has there been a reason given for the shut down of
> the power generating plant, which I presume is the
> sole customer of the BM & LP?
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> I can't see lack of demand for electricity as a
> reason.
Many have given an answer to this question and I don't disagree with any of them, but another part of the reason is many states (including Colorado) have passed laws to phase out use of coal fired power. This is part of the reason the plant is closing as well.