Easing Congestion, Pioneering Grid Reliability
During the 1990s California energy crisis, the bulk electric system faced increased demands. As a result of the ongoing challenges, on May 28, 2001, then-Secretary of Energy directed WAPA to complete its planning to relieve the Path 15 constraints. WAPA was then directed to construct the Path 15 upgrade. WAPA partnered with private entities to get the transmission line built, which it did, ahead of schedule and under budget. For the last 20 years the Path 15 upgrade has been performing as designed.
View Recent Articles
WAPA honors 2024 ESA winner Jon Fredrickson
Since joining Rocky Mountain region’s Eastern Colorado Maintenance Office in 2004, Jon Fredrickson has played a crucial role in maintaining and operating a wide range of WAPA-owned and General Services Administration-leased equipment.
WAPA honors 2024 ESA winner Matthew Grozs
Matt Grozs’ dedication, expertise and collaborative spirit have been invaluable to WAPA. As a Meter and Relay Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic, he embodies the organization’s core values, fostering a curiosity and continuous learning culture.
Celebrating the holidays and WAPA’s legacy
Reflecting on WAPA’s remarkable journey and expressing gratitude for each of our team members.
DOE offers opportunities of interest to WAPA customers
DOE is preparing to open the FY25 Grid Resilience State and Tribal Formula Grants application period and announced an opportunity to provide input on three potential National Interest Electric Transmission Corridors.
Last modified on September 11th, 2024