Salt River Project

For more than a century, SRP has provided reliable, affordable water and power to more than 2 million people in central Arizona. As a community-based not-for-profit water and energy company, SRP acts in the best interest of the people it serves and strives to help build a better future for Arizona.

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How we use weather balloons

Environmental

Did you know meteorologists can use balloons to aid in weather forecasting? SRP’s weather balloon program measures vertical profiles of temperature, humidity, wind and pressure over the Valley. Both the local and global weather communities benefit from this data.  SRP’s team of meteorologists manages the balloon program that provides valuable data to SRP and the National Weather Service. This data helps forecast thunderstorms within and […]

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Why Pumped Storage is the Future of Clean, Reliable Energy for Arizona

Environmental, Power

Editorial authored by Joseph Gardner, Power System Program Manager, SRP   When people ask me what pumped storage is, I like to keep it simple: think of it as a battery—but instead of lithium or chemicals like those that are used in our phones or our cars, it uses water. It’s one of the oldest and most reliable forms of energy storage in the world,

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Make your home more energy efficient

Expert Advice

Improving your home’s energy efficiency can save you money on your electric bill and reduce your environmental footprint. Whether you’re a DIY enthusiast or prefer to hire professionals, there are plenty of options to make your home more energy efficient.   Renter-friendly options  Energy savings aren’t only for homeowners! According to energy.gov, you could save up to 10% per year on energy costs when you switch

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Arizona’s largest not-for-profit utility

Community

The Salt River Project (SRP) is a community-based, not-for-profit organization that provides reliable, affordable and sustainable water and energy to over 2 million people in central Arizona. But what does it really mean to be a not-for-profit organization?  Not-for-profit vs for-profit  SRP does not have or answer to financial stakeholders or investors. This is what sets us apart as one of the only not-for-profit public

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