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SRP provides reliable, affordable water and power to more than 2 million people living in central Arizona. SRP has provided these essential resources for more than a century to meet the needs of customers and to help the Phoenix metropolitan area, known as the Valley, develop into one of the nation’s most vibrant regions.

Dust storm covers the Valley

Microbursts during the monsoon

When thunderstorms roll in during a monsoon storm 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 ground, it disperses at high speed in all directions, often causing damage to nearby […]

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SRP employee is trimming overgrown trees near power lines

The power of vegetation management 

Vegetation management helps us provide safe and reliable power to the Valley. When trees grow too close to power lines, they can cause power outages and create safety risks. We work hard to keep this from happening.  SRP’s vegetation management program  The SRP Vegetation Management team prunes and removes trees and other vegetation that pose a risk to our power system. Once a tree has encroached on an SRP power line, it becomes our

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Woman plugs in her EV charger inside garage

Safety tips for EV charging

As electric vehicles (EVs) become more popular, ensuring safe and effective charging practices is essential. Improper charging can result in electrical and fire hazards, so it’s important to follow these top tips to protect yourself, your vehicle and your home.  Make sure your charger is certified by a nationally recognized testing lab such as Underwriters Laboratories (UL certified). If you still need recommendations on which charger

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