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Safely provide reliable, cost-based hydropower and transmission to our customers and the communities we serve.​

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Western Area Power Administration Administrator and CEO Tracey A. LeBeau (third from right) provides testimony to the U.S. House Natural Resources Committee’s Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Subcommittee along with other federal agency representatives, May 16, 2024, in Washington D.C. LeBeau presented WAPA’s FY 2025 budget proposal to committee members for questions and feedback. (Courtesy photo)

WAPA Administrator testifies on organization’s FY 2025 budget request

May 17, 2024   /   News Releases   /   Tags: 2024

Administrator and CEO Tracey A. LeBeau testified May 16 before the U.S. House Natural Resources Committee.

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Children review science-related demonstrations.

Engaging the leaders of tomorrow

May 2, 2024   /   2024, Closed Circuit, News Features

On April 25, WAPA’s Headquarters staff offered children a glimpse into the multifaceted world of WAPA to learn about its diverse roles and occupations.

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Photo: Chris Lawrence addresses WAPA customers and employees

WAPA’s Annual Customer Meeting 2024 

April 5, 2024   /   2024, Closed Circuit, News Features

WAPA convened its Annual Customer Meeting, continuing its tradition of fostering open dialogue and collaboration with its customers and stakeholders.

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Collaborative procurement meeting

April 1, 2024   /   2024, Closed Circuit, News Features

Regional Procurement teams recently met for a three-day event aimed at fostering collaboration, breaking down regional silos and enhancing organizational effectiveness.

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Driving Continuous Process Improvement forward

March 27, 2024   /   2024, Closed Circuit, Strategy

WAPA’s Continuous Process Improvement (CPI) program is championed by two relatively new leaders who are driving CPI forward from a long history and solid foundation for successful process improvement.

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Exceptional Service Award winners

December 6, 2023   /   2023, Closed Circuit, Employee Spotlight

The Exceptional Service Award is WAPA’s most prestigious employee award.

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Estes-Flatiron Forest Service Road Closures

August 11, 2023   /   News Releases   /   Tags: 2023, Construction, Road Closure

Western Area Power Administration, in collaboration with the United States Forest Service, today announced upcoming Pole Hill Road area closures required for electric power system upgrades.

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Jonathan Aust, the Vice President of Power Operations for the Colorado River Storage Project, Desert Southwest and Rocky Mountain regions.

Get to Know Jon Aust: Vice President of Power Operations

August 9, 2023   /   2023, Closed Circuit, Employee Spotlight, News Features

Vice President of Power Operations for CRSP, oversees two 24/7 control centers in Loveland, Colorado, and Phoenix, Arizona, supporting a seven-state region.

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ELDP graduates third group of future WAPA leaders

August 9, 2023   /   2023, Closed Circuit, News Features

As participants in Leadership Development’s third cohort of the Emerging Leaders Development Program, a group of 25 candidates committed to two separate in-person, week-long training courses and an individual coaching session.

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HPI champions promote safety, reliability and quality

August 8, 2023   /   2023, 2024, Closed Circuit, News Features

Human Performance Improvement and Just Culture Program, or HPI/JC, continues to develop a framework that focuses on optimizing the performance of individuals and business units. 

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