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Western Area Power Administration

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

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WAPA honors 2024 ESA winner Jon Fredrickson

December 31, 2024   /   2024, Closed Circuit, Employee Spotlight

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.

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WAPA honors 2024 ESA winner Matthew Grosz

December 23, 2024   /   2024, Closed Circuit, Employee Spotlight

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.

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Celebrating the holidays and WAPA’s legacy

December 20, 2024   /   2024, Closed Circuit, Leadership Corner

Reflecting on WAPA’s remarkable journey and expressing gratitude for each of our team members.

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DOE offers opportunities of interest to WAPA customers

December 19, 2024   /   2024, Closed Circuit, Customer Opportunities

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.

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UGP employees remember fallen ‘family’ members

December 18, 2024   /   2024, Closed Circuit, Employee Spotlight

On Dec. 18, 1992, the Western Area Power Administration’s Upper Great Plains region lost six team members in a plane crash. On the 32nd anniversary of the accident, WAPA employees remember their fellow teammates.

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WAPA honors 2024 ESA winner Barb Lynch

December 16, 2024   /   2024, Closed Circuit, Employee Spotlight

Barb Lynch has significantly contributed to WAPA through her exceptional expertise and leadership with a comprehensive understanding of WAPA’s Power Marketing, rates and repayment functions.

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New employees tour Ault Substation

December 12, 2024   /   2024, Closed Circuit, News Features

WAPA plans to make site visits a regular offering for new employees to get them quickly engaged and interested in our mission-critical work.

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A message of gratitude this Thanksgiving

November 28, 2024   /   2024, Closed Circuit, Leadership Corner

The dedication and hard work of our employees power communities, support our customers and sustain WAPA’s vital mission.

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WAPA honors 2024 ESA winner Anastasia Markel

November 26, 2024   /   2024, Closed Circuit, Employee Spotlight

Anastasia Markel is a highly skilled Energy Management and Marketing Specialist for the Colorado River Storage Project region who consistently goes above and beyond her role and shows meticulous attention to detail and strong leadership.

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WAPA honors 2024 ESA winner Amy Blalock 

November 21, 2024   /   2024, Closed Circuit, Employee Spotlight

Amy Blalock started her WAPA career in 2010 as part of the Student Career Experience Program. Over time, she has worked in various locations throughout the Rocky Mountain and Desert Southwest regions.

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Learn more about what we do in our “How WAPA Does Business” guide (PDF) , our annual report​ and Stat​e of WAP​A’s Assets.

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About WAPA

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  • Power Projects
  • Products
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  • Contact us

Transmission

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Power Marketing

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  • General Power Contract Provisions
  • Hydropower Conditions
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  • Integrated Resource Planning (IRP)
  • Legislation/Regulations
  • Merchant Desks
  • Power Marketing Plan Process
  • Power Marketing Plan Contents
  • Purchase Power & Wheeling Prog.
  • Rates and Repayment

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