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A remarkable scientific journey took place within the depths of the Grand Canyon.
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A remarkable scientific journey took place within the depths of the Grand Canyon.

WAPA pre-registrations have far exceeded any in previous years.

The Tucson Substation riprap installation showcases how WAPA innovates in the physical security space.

Our dedicated Web Management team successfully modernized and migrated the site, significantly enhancing its functionality and aesthetic appeal.

Practicing cybersecurity basics can make a huge difference in protecting your information and systems that you use.

Every August, WAPA begins a five-month process to revise the Power System Safety Manual, an effort made successful by employee participation.

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

Earlier this year, WAPA finalized and published its Final 2025 Olmsted Power Marketing Plan, which specifies the terms and conditions under which WAPA will market energy from the Olmsted Project for the next 30 years, beginning in October 2024.

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.

The Financial Operations group within the WAPA Office of the Chief Financial Officer’s Finance and Accounting team provides a repeatable case study in workforce management and succession planning.
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