La Veta Pass Power Line Plan Sparks Debate

· May. 5, 2010, 4:23 pm

Utilities say they need a new transmission line in southern Colorado to make renewable energy possible. Residents fear it will destroy the landscape they love. The story from CPR's Megan Verlee.

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