United Power, Inc. Data Access Guide
United Power is a member-owned electric distribution cooperative serving roughly 114,000 accounts (~117,000 meters) across Colorado's northern Front Range. It offers 15-minute AMI interval data through its Power Portal and SmartHub billing portal, with third-party data access primarily through Nectar's API (docs.nectarclimate.com) and ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager benchmarking.
How to Get Your United Power, Inc. Data: All Access Methods
| Method | 1st Party | 3rd Party | Customer Types | Data Types | Latency | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SmartHub Billing Portal | ✓ | — | Residential & C&I | Bills, payment history, usage | Monthly | PDF / web |
| Power Portal (Interval) | ✓ | — | Residential & small commercial | 15-min interval kWh & kW demand | Near real-time / previous-day | Web / CSV export |
| ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager benchmarking | ✓ | ✓ | Commercial buildings 50,000+ sq ft | Aggregate building consumption | Monthly | ESPM upload |
| Nectar API | ✓ | ✓ | All | Bills, 15-min interval, account info | Varies | API / dashboard |
| Third-Party Notification Form | — | ✓ | All | Notices only | As issued |
Billing Data Access
United Power provides billing data through the NISC-hosted SmartHub portal (My Account) and mobile app, with 24/7 access to current and historical bills, usage and demand. Third-party access is handled via the Third-Party Notification Form (for notices) or through Nectar's API for automated data (docs.nectarclimate.com).
What Data Is on Your United Power, Inc. Bill
- Current bill and account balance
- Monthly bills (PDF)
- Billing and payment history
- Energy usage history
- Demand information
- Due dates and payment status
How to Download United Power, Inc. Bills (Business & Commercial)
- 01Register the business account in SmartHub using the account number from the bill
- 02Use Bill & Pay to view and export monthly statements and demand history
- 03For third-party consultant access, file a Third-Party Notification Form at https://www.unitedpower.com/account-updates
- 04For automated billing data feeds, authorize access through Nectar (docs.nectarclimate.com)
- 05Contact a Key Accounts Advisor or Energy Management (303-637-1250) for rate and usage analysis
How to Download United Power, Inc. Bills (Residential)
- 01Visit https://www.unitedpower.com/myaccount and click Register for Online Account
- 02Enter your United Power account number from your bill and your email
- 03Create username and password and complete email verification
- 04Log in at https://unitedpower.smarthub.coop/ and open Bill & Pay
- 05View or download monthly PDF statements and payment history
Third-Party Access to United Power, Inc. Billing Data
Third-Party Notification Form
- 01Customer downloads the Third-Party Notification Form from the account updates page
- 02Customer lists the authorized third party and contact info, then signs
- 03Submit by mail to 500 Cooperative Way, Brighton, CO 80603 or via the member portal
- 04United Power emails notices/correspondence to the third party (notices only, not raw data)
Nectar API
- 01Third party signs up as a Nectar partner (docs.nectarclimate.com)
- 02Customer authorizes United Power data access through Nectar using portal credentials (OAuth-style)
- 03Nectar retrieves bill, account and interval data on the customer's behalf
- 04Third party views the data via Nectar's API
Want to understand the charges on your bill?
See the United Power, Inc. Rate Schedules & Tariff Guide →Interval Data & Smart Meters
United Power has deployed AMI with Elster REX2 smart meters recording 15-minute interval data. Interval consumption and demand are available through the dedicated Power Portal, with near real-time availability (often previous-day) and export capability for analysis.
How to Download United Power, Inc. Interval Data via Green Button
- 01United Power does not publish a Green Button (ESPI) Download or Connect My Data implementation
- 02To obtain interval data, use the Power Portal export (CSV/spreadsheet format)
- 03For automated/standardized delivery, authorize Nectar, which collects 15-minute interval data (docs.nectarclimate.com)
- 04Larger C&I members can request custom data exports through Energy Management (303-637-1250)
Interval data is essential for rate comparison and TOU analysis.
See which United Power, Inc. rate schedule is best for your usage pattern →Third-Party API Access
United Power does not publish a native developer API or ESPI endpoints. Automated programmatic access is achieved through Nectar, which retrieves bill and 15-minute interval data after customer authorization — see docs.nectarclimate.com.
How to Register as a United Power, Inc. API Vendor
- 01Register as a Nectar partner (docs.nectarclimate.com)
- 02Have the customer authorize United Power data access in Nectar
- 03Nectar collects bill and interval data on the customer's behalf
- 04Consume the data via the Nectar API
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EDI (Electronic Data Interchange)
How to Enroll in United Power, Inc. EDI
- 01United Power does not document formal EDI (ANSI X12 / EDIFACT) support
- 02No trading-partner enrollment program or VAN partnerships are published
- 03For automated data, use Nectar (docs.nectarclimate.com) or request custom exports
- 04Contact Member Services (303-637-1300) to inquire about custom integrations
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Rate Schedules & Tariff Analysis
United Power's C&I rates are demand-dominated: energy charges are modest ($0.07–0.13/kWh) but demand charges climb sharply from ~$4.60/kW on small commercial to ~$22–27/kW on large demand and coincidental-peak schedules. Fixed monthly charges scale from $23 (C1) to $450 (IPD1) and into the thousands for ITD transport schedules. The 2026 board action raised demand and fixed charges across the board and narrowed the TOU on-peak window to 5–9 p.m.
United Power, Inc. Rate Schedule List
| Schedule | Applicability |
|---|---|
| Small Commercial (C1) | Small commercial; $0.1316/kWh, $4.60/kW, $23 fixed. |
| Small Industrial Primary (SIP1) | <100 kW primary; $0.0980/kWh, $5.00/kW, $46 fixed. |
| Large Commercial Secondary Demand (ISD1) | Large commercial secondary; $0.0739/kWh, $22.40/kW, $200 fixed. |
| Large Industrial Primary Demand (IPD1) | Large industrial primary; $0.0700/kWh, $22.04/kW, $450 fixed. |
| Coincidental Peak (CPS1/CPP1) | Large C&I; energy ~$0.07–0.086/kWh, G&T demand ~$25–27/kW plus grid-access demand. |
United Power, Inc. Rate Features & TOU Details
- Demand charges are the dominant cost driver on large schedules
- Coincidental Peak schedules (CPS1/CPP1) split G&T demand from grid-access demand to reward off-peak operation
- Primary-voltage service (IPD1, CPP1) offers lower energy/demand than secondary
- Narrowed 5–9 p.m. on-peak TOU window in 2026
- Rates set by the cooperative board, not the Colorado PUC
For a deeper analysis including cost optimization strategies and historical rate trends:
Read the full United Power, Inc. Rate Optimization Guide →Other Data Access Programs
Building Benchmarking (ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager)
Automatic monthly upload of aggregate building electricity consumption to ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager, supporting Colorado HB 21-1286 building performance compliance for buildings 50,000+ sq ft.
- 01Confirm the building is 50,000+ sq ft and within United Power territory
- 02Complete the Building Owner Request Form (one per building)
- 03Complete the Authorization for Release of Utility Information Form if fewer than four tenants
- 04Submit forms to United Power and await Portfolio Manager configuration instructions
- 05Create/connect an ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager account to receive automatic monthly uploads
Commercial Energy Services
Consultative energy services for C&I members including energy use analysis, rate analysis, facility imaging and benchmarking support, with dedicated Key Accounts Advisors.
- 01Call Energy Management at 303-637-1250 or contact your Key Accounts Advisor
- 02Request an energy use or rate analysis
- 03Receive consultative analysis and benchmarking support
Smart Rewards (Demand Response)
Demand-response / load-flexibility program for smart thermostats with a $30 annual bill credit; United Power collects thermostat control data during peak periods.
- 01Enroll an eligible smart thermostat (Honeywell, Google Nest)
- 02Authorize control during app setup
- 03Receive a $30 annual bill credit
Limitations & Considerations
- ⚠No native developer API or ESPI endpoints published.
- ⚠No Green Button Download My Data or Connect My Data implementation.
- ⚠No formal EDI (ANSI X12 / EDIFACT) trading-partner program.
- ⚠15-minute interval data is accessible via the Power Portal web interface or through Nectar's API (docs.nectarclimate.com); no streaming feed.
- ⚠No formal in-portal third-party delegation; third parties rely on the notification form or customer-authorized access.
- ⚠As a cooperative, rates are board-set and not filed in a PUC tariff library, so historical rate detail is limited to published annual rate sheets.
United Power, Inc. Data Access FAQ
How can a C&I customer or energy consultant get 15-minute interval data from United Power?▾
Interval data is recorded by Elster REX2 AMI meters at 15-minute granularity and viewed/exported through United Power's Power Portal (CSV/spreadsheet). For automated or third-party access, authorize Nectar, which retrieves interval data on the customer's behalf — see docs.nectarclimate.com. United Power does not publish a native API, ESPI/Green Button, or EDI feed, so the Power Portal export and Nectar are the practical paths.
Does United Power support Green Button or a direct API?▾
No. United Power has not published Green Button Download My Data or Connect My Data, nor a native developer API or ESPI endpoints. The Power Portal provides CSV export for first-party data, and Nectar provides automated third-party API access after customer authorization — see docs.nectarclimate.com.
What rate schedules apply to commercial and industrial accounts?▾
United Power's 2026 C&I schedules include Small Commercial (C1), Small Commercial Time-of-Use (CTD1), Small Industrial Primary (SIP1), Large Commercial Secondary Demand (ISD1), Large Industrial Primary Demand (IPD1), the Coincidental Peak schedules (CPS1/CPP1) and large transport-style ITD1–ITD4 schedules. Demand charges range from about $4.60/kW on small commercial up to $22–27/kW on large demand and coincidental-peak schedules.
How are United Power's rates set, and is there retail choice?▾
United Power is a member-owned cooperative; rates are set by its elected board of directors, not the Colorado PUC, and Colorado has no retail electric choice. Members buy bundled distribution and energy service from the cooperative. The 2026 rates reflect United Power's recent exit from its Tri-State G&T wholesale contract and higher wholesale/transmission costs.
How can a large facility reduce its United Power bill?▾
Because large schedules (ISD1, IPD1, CPS1/CPP1, ITD1–4) are demand-heavy, the biggest lever is managing peak demand. Use Power Portal 15-minute data to identify and shave peaks, evaluate the Coincidental Peak schedules (which reward shifting load off the system coincident peak), take primary-voltage service where eligible, and engage a Key Accounts Advisor for a rate-fit analysis.
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