Proactive Firefighting Protects Arizona’s Grid
The answer to fighting fires that threaten transmission lines begins long before the first spark; it begins with managing the vegetation around the structures and under the lines.
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WAPA to Solicit Proposals for Renewable Energy Contracts
WAPA will solicit proposals for a long-term renewable energy contract or contracts for up to 50 megawatts of energy located in the CAISO territory.
WAPA Reports Q2 Results
Mark A. Gabriel sent his quarterly memo to the Secretary of Energy outlining WAPA’s fiscal year 2019 second-quarter performance.
Engaging Employees from Onboarding Onward
In the words of Darian Kovacs of Forbes, “An employee’s first day can be stressful for everyone.”
Kids, Parents Learn About WAPA, Each Other
The WAPA family swelled in size April 26 as its youngest members joined their parents for Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day.
Awards Recognize Exceptional Employees
Administrator and CEO Mark A. Gabriel announced that nine WAPA employees were selected to receive the Gears of Government Award.
WAPA Releases Fiscal Year 2018 Almanac on Value Of Asset Management
Western Area Power Administration has published its fiscal year 2018 almanac titled Value of Asset Management.
EPTC Springs Forward with New Classes, New Logo
For decades, craftsmen and other electricity industry professionals have relied on WAPA’s Electric Power Training Center to meet their needs for comprehensive training.
Crediting Provides Affordable Power
There are as many ways for a community to benefit from clean, cost-based hydropower as there are communities WAPA serves.
Reflecting On Six Years of Progress at WAPA
For six years I have had the sincere honor of serving as the administrator and CEO of Western Area Power Administration.