Geothermal Push: The U.S. DOE opened a Geothermal Center of Excellence in Golden to speed up cost-competitive, gigawatt-scale geothermal power, pairing federal labs with industry. Data Center Backlash: In Philadelphia, protesters demanded a moratorium on new AI data centers, adding to a fast-growing national fight over water use and local impacts. Colorado Tech Funding: Grand Junction’s ExoPower won a $1.25M NSF grant to commercialize capacitive wireless mobile charging tech for robotics and future EV charging concepts. Space & Defense Software: Colorado Springs firm Auria signed with Mitsubishi Electric to deliver mission management software for next-gen software-defined satellite communications. Local Water Planning: Castle Rock is asking residents for input as it updates its Water Resources Strategic Master Plan amid drought and growth pressures. Business & Consumer Watch: CBS Colorado reported questions about downtown Denver parking enforcement tied to app-based rates and ticketing. Healthcare Rankings: U.S. News marked 20 years of Best Children’s Hospitals, expanding specialty and behavioral health evaluations. Sports Economy Angle: Colorado Springs bars are gearing up for Broncos-Chiefs crowds, betting game-day demand will keep them busy.