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Canal safety 101

Canal safety is top of mind for us at SRP as temperatures drop; it’s the perfect time of year to enjoy the Valley’s more than 80 miles of multiuse trails along the canals. From running to biking, the paths provide a perfect opportunity to enjoy our natural desert climate and the active waterways that keep Phoenix moving forward.

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How we use weather balloons

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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Arizona’s largest not-for-profit utility

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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