Salt River Project Power Capacity Expansion

planned

The Salt River Project, the nation's largest public power utility located in the Phoenix area, is planning to double its power capacity within a decade to meet fast-rising electricity demand in a data center hot spot. The utility is under pressure to reduce reliance on fossil fuels like coal and natural gas and to consider renewable energy technologies. Recent election results have led to a board majority favoring renewable energy advocates, though compromises are expected regarding rate increases and energy source preferences.