Poudre Valley Rural Electric Association Data Access Guide
Poudre Valley Rural Electric Association (PVREA) is a member-owned electric cooperative serving roughly 55,300 accounts across northern Colorado. PVREA runs on NISC SmartHub with fully deployed AMI, offering 15-minute interval data, Green Button exports, a Colorado-compliant third-party authorization process, and a direct Energy Star Portfolio Manager benchmarking program.
How to Get Your Poudre Valley Rural Electric Association Data: All Access Methods
| Method | 1st Party | 3rd Party | Customer Types | Data Types | Latency | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SmartHub Portal & Mobile App | ✓ | — | Residential & Commercial | Billing, payments, 15-min usage | Near real-time (15-min) | PDF, CSV (hourly), web/app |
| Green Button Download My Data | ✓ | ✓ | All members; third party via shared file | 15-min interval + billing | Up to 14 months history | ESPI XML (zipped) |
| Building Benchmarking (Energy Star auto-upload) | ✓ | ✓ | Buildings >50,000 sq ft; authorized consultants | Interval/meter data | Monthly upload | Auto-upload to Portfolio Manager |
| Third Party Notification authorization | ✓ | ✓ | Members and authorized consultants | Billing + interval data | Per request | PDF, CSV, XML |
Billing Data Access
PVREA provides billing data through the NISC SmartHub web portal and mobile app, including PDF bill downloads and payment history. Third-party access follows Colorado's authorization process (4 CCR 723-3-3032) via the Third Party Notification form, with PVREA retaining disclosure records for at least 3 years.
What Data Is on Your Poudre Valley Rural Electric Association Bill
- Current and historical bills
- Payment history (24+ months typical)
- Usage analytics and trends
- Paperless billing status
- Billing notifications and alerts
How to Download Poudre Valley Rural Electric Association Bills (Business & Commercial)
- 01Log into the SmartHub account tied to the commercial account number
- 02Open the Bills section to view statements and payment history
- 03Download individual bill PDFs
- 04For comprehensive CSV exports, call Member Service at 1-800-432-1012, option 3
- 05For benchmarking, email EnergyBenchmarking@pvrea.coop
How to Download Poudre Valley Rural Electric Association Bills (Residential)
- 01Visit https://pvrea.smarthub.coop/ and click Create Account
- 02Enter your PVREA account number and email address
- 03Create a password and verify your email
- 04Log in and open Bills / My Bills to view statements
- 05Download individual bills as PDF or enroll in paperless billing
Third-Party Access to Poudre Valley Rural Electric Association Billing Data
Third Party Notification form (Colorado-compliant)
- 01Member completes the PVREA Third Party Notification form naming the third party, data types, and duration
- 02Mail to PVREA, 7649 REA Parkway, Fort Collins, CO 80528 or email customer service
- 03PVREA verifies and provides the authorized third party access to specified data
- 04PVREA retains disclosure records for at least 3 years
Customer-mediated Green Button sharing
- 01Member downloads Green Button ESPI XML from SmartHub
- 02Member shares the XML file with the consultant
- 03Consultant imports into a Green Button-compatible analysis tool
Want to understand the charges on your bill?
See the Poudre Valley Rural Electric Association Rate Schedules & Tariff Guide →Interval Data & Smart Meters
PVREA has fully deployed AMI and provides 15-minute interval data through SmartHub's Usage Explorer and via Green Button Download My Data (ESPI XML). Current SmartHub CSV exports provide hourly data; 15-minute granularity is available through the Green Button XML export.
How to Download Poudre Valley Rural Electric Association Interval Data via Green Button
- 01Log into https://pvrea.smarthub.coop/
- 02Open the My Usage section and use Usage Explorer to view consumption
- 03Locate the Green Button Download My Data button
- 04Select a date range up to 14 months
- 05Download the zipped ESPI XML (contains 15-minute intervals)
- 06Import into a Green Button-compatible platform
Interval data is essential for rate comparison and TOU analysis.
See which Poudre Valley Rural Electric Association rate schedule is best for your usage pattern →Third-Party API Access
PVREA's most formal third-party data program is the Building Benchmarking Program under Colorado HB 21-1286: after a one-time authorization, PVREA uploads building energy data directly to Energy Star Portfolio Manager. There is no public developer REST API; the SmartHub JSON API has been reverse-engineered by community developers (e.g., electric-usage-downloader) but is not officially supported. PVREA is also transitioning to a new data management platform expected to complete mid-2026, which may affect export/API availability during the transition.
How to Register as a Poudre Valley Rural Electric Association API Vendor
- 01Have the building owner complete the Building Owner Request form (and tenant authorizations if <4 tenants)
- 02Create a free Energy Star Portfolio Manager account
- 03Submit authorization to EnergyBenchmarking@pvrea.coop
- 04PVREA verifies and initiates automated monthly data upload
EDI (Electronic Data Interchange)
How to Enroll in Poudre Valley Rural Electric Association EDI
- 01No publicly documented EDI enrollment process or specifications
- 02Large commercial customers may arrange custom EDI through direct negotiation
- 03Call Member Service 1-800-432-1012 option 3 and ask for a business account manager
- 04PVREA may suggest Green Button XML or custom SFTP/API instead of traditional EDI
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Rate Schedules & Tariff Analysis
PVREA's verified 2026 C&I rate design separates accounts by phase and demand level. Small commercial (Schedule B) pays a low $2.00/kW demand charge with a higher $0.09201/kWh energy rate, while Large Power schedules trade a much higher $21.49/kW demand charge for a far lower $0.05570/kWh energy rate (and $0.04995/kWh on primary-metered LPP). For large accounts, demand management dominates the bill; for smaller accounts, energy and the modest demand charge dominate. Time-of-use options reward shifting load off-peak (off-peak energy as low as $0.05464/kWh vs $0.18800 on-peak).
Poudre Valley Rural Electric Association Rate Schedule List
| Schedule | Applicability |
|---|---|
| Schedule B / BTOU (Three-Phase Commercial) | Small commercial ≤ 37.5 kW, standard or TOU |
| Schedule LP / LPTOU (Large Power) | Commercial/industrial > 37.5 kW, standard or TOU |
| Schedule LPP / LPPTOU (Large Power Primary) | Primary-metered loads > 500 kW, standard or TOU |
Poudre Valley Rural Electric Association Rate Features & TOU Details
- Phase- and size-tiered schedules (A/A2/B vs LP/LPP)
- Low demand charge for small commercial ($2.00/kW), high for Large Power ($21.49/kW)
- Energy charges drop sharply on Large Power ($0.05570/kWh) and primary metering ($0.04995/kWh)
- $0.00150/kWh energy and $1.00/kW demand Power Cost Adjustments
- TOU schedules with on-peak $0.18800/kWh vs off-peak $0.05464/kWh and demand credits
For a deeper analysis including cost optimization strategies and historical rate trends:
Read the full Poudre Valley Rural Electric Association Rate Optimization Guide →Other Data Access Programs
Building Benchmarking Program (HB 21-1286)
For buildings over 50,000 sq ft subject to Colorado HB 21-1286, PVREA uploads energy usage directly to Energy Star Portfolio Manager after a one-time authorization, streamlining compliance reporting.
- 01Confirm building is >50,000 sq ft and in PVREA territory
- 02Complete the Building Owner Request form (plus tenant authorizations if <4 tenants)
- 03Create an Energy Star Portfolio Manager account
- 04Email forms to EnergyBenchmarking@pvrea.coop
- 05PVREA initiates automated monthly data upload
System Load Graph
PVREA publishes a public system-wide demand/load forecasting graph updated every 15 minutes, useful for Time-of-Use members planning consumption (system-level, not individual customer data).
- 01Visit the System Load Graph page
- 02Review current and predicted system demand
- 03Shift discretionary load away from system peaks
Net Metering & Distributed Generation
PVREA offers net metering (Schedule NP) and a Qualifying Facility tariff (Schedule DG) for members with on-site generation, with published true-up and QF payment rates.
- 01Submit the appropriate interconnection application (Level I includes net metering)
- 02Take service under Schedule NP (net metering) or Schedule DG (QF)
- 03Monitor generation/consumption in SmartHub
Limitations & Considerations
- ⚠No public developer REST API (SmartHub JSON API is unofficial/reverse-engineered)
- ⚠No public Green Button Connect My Data (OAuth); benchmarking auto-upload only
- ⚠Current SmartHub CSV exports are hourly; 15-minute requires Green Button XML
- ⚠EDI not publicly documented; requires direct negotiation
- ⚠Data management platform migration expected mid-2026 may affect export/API availability
- ⚠Third-party access requires signed authorization and PVREA verification
Poudre Valley Rural Electric Association Data Access FAQ
What does PVREA charge a large commercial / industrial account in 2026?▾
Under the verified 2026 Large Power schedule (LP, >37.5 kW), PVREA charges a $108.00 monthly facility charge, a $21.49/kW demand charge (plus a $1.00/kW Power Cost Adjustment on demand), and a $0.05570/kWh energy charge. Primary-metered accounts over 500 kW (LPP) pay a $250.00 facility charge, $21.19/kW demand, and $0.04995/kWh energy.
Is there a time-of-use option for large commercial accounts?▾
Yes. The Large Power Time-of-Use schedule (LPTOU) carries a $250.00 facility charge, $21.49/kW demand, a TOU demand credit of ($10.50)/kW where applicable, a $7.00/kW TOU demand charge, and $0.05570/kWh energy. A primary-metered TOU version (LPPTOU) applies the same TOU structure with $21.19/kW demand and $0.04995/kWh energy.
What interval data granularity can a C&I member get?▾
PVREA's AMI provides 15-minute interval data via SmartHub's Usage Explorer and the Green Button XML export (up to 14 months). Current SmartHub CSV exports are hourly; use the Green Button XML for 15-minute granularity. Note a data platform migration is expected to complete mid-2026.
How does a third party get authorized for PVREA data?▾
Under Colorado 4 CCR 723-3-3032, the member completes PVREA's Third Party Notification form naming the third party, data types, and duration, and submits it to PVREA. PVREA verifies, provides access, and retains disclosure records for at least 3 years. For buildings >50,000 sq ft, the Building Benchmarking Program auto-uploads to Energy Star Portfolio Manager.
Can a small commercial account choose time-of-use?▾
Yes. Small three-phase commercial accounts (Schedule B, $29.00 facility, $2.00/kW demand, $0.09201/kWh) can opt into Schedule BTOU, which keeps the $29.00 facility and $2.00/kW demand but applies $0.18800/kWh on-peak and $0.05464/kWh off-peak energy.
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