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

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WAPA’s L2I inspires new leaders – part three

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

Achievements of past leadership development initiatives contribute to the success of today’s L2I program.

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DOE seeks public input on preliminary transmission corridors

May 13, 2024   /   2024, Closed Circuit, Customer Opportunities

The 45-day public comment period presents an opportunity for customers, Tribes and other stakeholders to provide feedback, which will be essential to informing DOE’s NIETC process.

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WAPA’s L2I inspires new leaders – part two

May 10, 2024   /   2024, Closed Circuit, Employee Spotlight

WAPA’s Leadership Learning Intensive is a transformative 18-month journey that molds the leaders of tomorrow within our organization.

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WAPA’s L2I inspires new leaders

May 6, 2024   /   2024, Closed Circuit, Employee Spotlight

The L2I program nurtures motivated self-starters with proven communication and leadership skills.

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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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Celebrating AANHPI Heritage Month at WAPA

May 1, 2024   /   2024, Closed Circuit, Leadership Corner, Special Emphasis

Innovation drives progress, and leadership steers it towards meaningful impacts.

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Celebrating Administrative Professionals Day

April 24, 2024   /   2024, Closed Circuit, Leadership Corner

Today, we celebrate Administrative Professionals Day, an annual tradition acknowledging administrative professionals’ pivotal roles and immense contributions.

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Supply chains impact power transmission systems

April 23, 2024   /   2024, Closed Circuit, News Features

The current supply chain environment has raised concerns regarding equipment acquisition.

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Earth Day 2024

April 22, 2024   /   2024, Closed Circuit, Leadership Corner

Our efforts contribute to broader sustainability goals, emphasizing the importance of renewable resources and environmental stewardship.

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National Lineman Appreciation Day

April 18, 2024   /   2024, Closed Circuit, Leadership Corner

Our linemen are the backbone of our operations, ensuring the maintenance and reliability of high-voltage transmission lines across vast regions.

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