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  • Microbursts during the monsoon

    Microbursts during the monsoon

    When thunderstorms roll in during a monsoon in the Valley, so does an abundance of wind, which can form microbursts.   What is a microburst?  According to the National Weather Service, a microburst, also known as a downburst, is a localized column of cold sinking air within a thunderstorm. When this cold air plummets to the…

  • Preparing for a sustainable future 
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    Preparing for a sustainable future 

    We’re adding more renewable energy resources and creating strategic plans to adapt to evolving power needs.

  • How we manage high demand

    How we manage high demand

    We’re explaining the reasons why SRP offers time-of-use price plans to customers. It’s something called peak demand.


Water

  • Canal closures near you

    Canal closures near you

    If you live near a canal or pass one on your regular commute, you might be shocked to see all the water drained and the canal beds dry. This is only temporary!  To ensure our canals provide a consistent flow of water to our customers and to prevent water loss, we perform annual maintenance during…

  • Why it’s important to maintain Arizona’s forests
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    Why it’s important to maintain Arizona’s forests

    What does the water from your tap have to do with trees in Arizona forests? The two are more connected than you might think.

  • Help prevent wildfires
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    Help prevent wildfires

    The SRP Healthy Forest Initiative™ rethinks how we restore the health of Arizona’s forests. You can contribute as little as $3 a month to help us prevent wildfires.


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