As technology advances, access to high-speed internet is becoming more and more crucial for all Coloradans. Thousands of Coloradans don't have physical access to high-speed internet, they cannot afford it or lack the digital skills to use it. As technology advances, access to high-speed internet is becoming more and more crucial for all Coloradans. Thousands of Coloradans don't have physical access to high-speed internet, they cannot afford it or lack the digital skills to use it. These stories are about real Coloradans impacted by federal programs that will invest billions in broadband over the next few years.
Rural Tech Renaissance
Over the years, rural communities have faced significant challenges in economic growth and development due to limited access to reliable broadband internet. However, federal broadband funding aimed at expanding broadband infrastructure is sparking a wave of economic revitalization in these underserved Colorado communities.
The ripple effects of broadband expansion are evident in rural Colorado, especially on the Western Slope. This story features Coloradans running global businesses in rural, mountainous areas so they can live the dream and quality of life they desire.
Smart Farming
The push for broadband connectivity in rural areas is gaining significant momentum, driven by the increasing importance of technology in various industries. One industry that benefits greatly from improved broadband access is agriculture through smart farming practices.
Smart farming utilizes advanced technologies such as sensors, drones and data analytics to optimize agricultural practices, improve crop yields, monitor irrigation water levels and reduce resource consumption. Smart farming relies heavily on reliable and high-speed broadband connectivity, which is often lacking in rural Colorado where Curtis and his family live.
Older Adults
High-speed internet is essential in today's digital age and the pace at which it moves waits for no one. Some of our oldest residents don't have equal access to the internet or the skills to use it. Nonprofits, like Boulder-based Quinsight, help older residents learn to use the internet and devices. This allows them to access online healthcare and resources, save money on healthcare, use online services like grocery delivery and enjoy the comforts of their home for a longer time.
In this story, you will meet Lucy from Quinsight and Dixie, one of the residents Quinsight is helping use technology to age in the comforts of their home.