The Southern Colorado Economic Development District (SCEDD) is composed of the 19-county region located in south-central and southeastern Colorado. The principal focus of SCEDD is to encourage the locating and development of new industries and businesses within the region; thus increasing the employment base. Aquaculture and agriculturally based industries represent important potentials for development. One of the key factors determining the economic viability for these types of industries is the availability of a secure and economic long-term energy supply