The Energy Exchange
Energy policy is evolving rapidly — and so is the conversation. This space brings together leadership perspectives to foster open dialogue, share insights, and respond to the dynamic challenges shaping our energy future.
The Benefits of Growth
Balanced growth. A rising tide. Sustainable development.
These aren’t just platitudes or distant aspirations. They are principles that help guide Tucson Electric Power and the Chamber of Southern Arizona, two organizations I am honored to lead.
By Susan Gray, President and Chief Executive Officer of Tucson Electric Power and its parent company, UNS Energy
Absorbing Growth, Protecting Reliability
As a leader of the team that operates our local energy grid, I’d like to explain how Tucson Electric Power can maintain our top-tier, 99.9% reliability while serving new customers with large energy needs.
By Sam Rugel, Director of System Control and Reliability at Tucson Electric Power
Setting the Record Straight on Energy Costs
Recent discussions about energy prices raise valid concerns, but also some misleading claims. It’s time to set the record straight.
By Jason Rademacher, Vice President of Finance & Rates for Tucson Electric Power
Solar Plus Storage Works Best in Balance
Our abundant sunshine makes solar energy a great resource, particularly when paired with battery energy storage systems that improve its availability. Despite repeated claims to the contrary, TEP is investing in a significant expansion of our solar plus storage systems.
By Dylan Bearce, Senior Director of Energy Resources for Tucson Electric Power
TEP Profits Help Generate Powerful Returns for Our Community
While we rely on energy from natural gas, sunlight, wind and coal, our local electric service would not be possible without another critical resource: money. It’s easy to criticize profit as a product of corporate greed, it’s probably more productive to understand how it contributes to lower rates and more reliable service.
By Caleb Adcock, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for Tucson Electric Power