SRP can go ahead with controversial Pinal County power plant
A judge has given the Salt River Project the green light to expand capacity at a controversial Pinal County power plant, ruling in a two-year legal battle. Maricopa County Superior Court on January 22 upheld the Arizona Corporation Commission's approval of SRP to add capacity using natural gas generators at the Coolidge Power Plant. The […]
SRP to Receive More Solar Energy from CO Bar Solar, One of the Largest Solar Projects in the U.S.
Enlight Renewable Energy Co., Ltd. PHOENIX, July 31, 2023 (Globe Newswire) — The Salt River Project (SRP) and the Enlight Company, Crenella (“Enlight”, NASDAQ: ENLT, TASE: ENLT.TA), today announced an additional 394 announced a power purchase agreement. Delivering megawatts (MW) (AC) – or 475 MW (DC) – of clean energy at CO Bar Solar just […]
New Arizona SRP reservoir near Apache Lake moves forward in US House
A House committee Wednesday approved a bill that would allow the Salt River Project to build a new reservoir near Lake Apache solely for the purpose of generating electricity. SRP has been comparing two sites in a canyon above Lake Apache that could build a new reservoir that would act like a battery that would […]
Arizona Corporation Commission approves SRP gas plant expansion plan
The Salt River Project got the final go-ahead to expand the Coolidge Power Plant in Pinal County after the Arizona Business Commission approved the environmental permit for a controversial natural gas project over the opposition of environmentalists and others. Wednesday’s 4-1 vote allowed SRP to add 12 natural gas turbines, up from the 16 originally […]
SRP Coolidge expansion project approved in Arizona
The Arizona Business Commission (ACC) has announced the environmental compatibility of the Coolidge Expansion Project, a flexible, fast-running natural gas plant to help ensure the Salt River Project (SRP) is cost-effectively responsive to regional growth. Approved certificate (CEC) modification. Reduce the energy required for utilities to add solar, wind and storage resources. The modified CEC […]
SRP and historically Black community agree to deal on gas plant
The Salt River Project announced that it has reached an agreement with members of the historically black community in Pinal County to allow for the expansion of its controversial natural gas-fired power plant. In return, the community will suffer an increased health and financial burden, subject to approval by the Arizona Corporation Commission, which canceled […]
SRP researches cloud seeding in White Mountains | White mountain Apache Tribe
PHOENIX – Arizona has sought a myriad of solutions, including cloud seeding, to stem a worsening drought. The Salt River Project, which provides water and power to central Arizona, has partnered with the White Mountain Apache Tribe to explore the feasibility of ground-based cloud seeding in the White Mountains of eastern Arizona. So far, SRP […]
SRP releases more water as Arizona flood watches are extended
A new storm system underway and the effects of a cold, wet winter across Arizona are being felt. Statewide flood monitoring has been extended through Wednesday as waterways are coping with potential swells. Additional rain is expected late Tuesday through Wednesday morning, according to the National Weather Service’s Phoenix office. flood across the valley It […]
Cash for teachers: Apply for thousands of dollars in SRP grants by Feb. 28
In addition to providing free training and resources to educators across the state, SRP donates more than $2.4 million to education initiatives, grants, and partnerships throughout Arizona. Educators looking for ways to enhance engagement and teaching in the classroom can apply for SRP Grants for Teachers. This grant provides up to $5,000 per school for […]
Cash for teachers: Apply for thousands of dollars in SRP grants by Feb. 28 | Local News
Educators looking for ways to enhance engagement and teaching in the classroom can apply for SRP Grants for Teachers. This grant provides up to $5,000 per school for projects and programs that incorporate innovative educational strategies in math and science and meet the performance standards set by the Arizona Academic Standards. Additionally, SRP history and […]
