UNS Energy

UniSource to Issue All-Source Request for Proposals for Additional Energy Resources

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Wednesday, April 6, 2022
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UniSource Energy Services will seek new wind and solar generation, energy storage systems and other resources such as energy efficiency with an All-Source Request for Proposals (ASRFP) it plans to issue on Tuesday, April 19.

Key Points: 
  • UniSource Energy Services will seek new wind and solar generation, energy storage systems and other resources such as energy efficiency with an All-Source Request for Proposals (ASRFP) it plans to issue on Tuesday, April 19.
  • Were especially interested in resources that are consistently available during the late afternoon and early evening hours of summer, when customers' energy needs are greatest.
  • In its request, UniSource will seek bids for all resource types, including:
    Up to 170 megawatts (MW) of renewable and energy efficiency resources.
  • UniSource customers energy needs are growing, with new peak energy demand records set in both 2020 and 2021.

Tucson Electric Power to Issue All-Source Request for Proposals for Additional Energy Resources

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Wednesday, April 6, 2022
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Tucson Electric Power (TEP) will seek new wind and solar generation, energy storage systems and other resources such as energy efficiency with an All-Source Request for Proposals (ASRFP) it plans to issue on Tuesday, April 19.

Key Points: 
  • Tucson Electric Power (TEP) will seek new wind and solar generation, energy storage systems and other resources such as energy efficiency with an All-Source Request for Proposals (ASRFP) it plans to issue on Tuesday, April 19.
  • In 2021, TEP added 449 megawatts (MW) of new wind and solar resources, allowing the company to provide about 30 percent of its power from renewable resources.
  • In its request, TEP will seek bids for all resource types, including:
    Up to 250 MW of renewable and energy efficiency resources.
  • TEP customers energy needs are growing, with new peak energy demand records set in both 2020 and 2021.

Several Western Power Providers Announce Plans to Explore Market Options

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Tuesday, October 5, 2021
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Several electric providers that serve millions of customers in the Western United States announced plans today to evaluate regional market solutions together.

Key Points: 
  • Several electric providers that serve millions of customers in the Western United States announced plans today to evaluate regional market solutions together.
  • Discussions are in the early stages and are focused on developing long-term solutions to improve market efficiencies in the West.
  • We believe that a Western energy market is key to transforming the electricity system throughout the West, integrating more renewables onto the system, while reducing costs and maintaining reliability.
  • Many of the companies in the group are currently participating in, or preparing to join the California Independent System Operators Western Energy Imbalance Market, or have announced plans to evaluate energy imbalance services.

New TEP Rates Support Shift to Cleaner Energy Resources, Expand Low-Income Assistance

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Wednesday, December 23, 2020
Alternative energy, Energy, Other Energy, Utilities, Fortis Inc., Electric power distribution, UNS Energy, Electric power, TEP, Electrical grid, Tucson Electric Power, Energy

New Tucson Electric Power rates that take effect next year will expand bill-payment assistance for low-income customers while supporting the companys investments in efficient new energy resources that help our community transition to a cleaner, greener energy grid.

Key Points: 
  • New Tucson Electric Power rates that take effect next year will expand bill-payment assistance for low-income customers while supporting the companys investments in efficient new energy resources that help our community transition to a cleaner, greener energy grid.
  • The expanded assistance program could provide supplemental support for customers whose income has been affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
  • TEP and sister company UniSource Energy Services have donated $1M this year for local COVID-19 relief efforts and bill payment assistance.
  • TEPs energy grid has accommodated record peak energy demands and thousands of new customers while improving its already strong reliability.

Susan M. Gray Named Chief Executive Officer of UNS Energy

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Wednesday, September 23, 2020
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UNS Energys Board of Directors has named Susan M. Gray as Chief Executive Officer of UNS Energy and its subsidiaries, including Tucson Electric Power (TEP) and UniSource Energy Services, effective Jan. 1, 2021.

Key Points: 
  • UNS Energys Board of Directors has named Susan M. Gray as Chief Executive Officer of UNS Energy and its subsidiaries, including Tucson Electric Power (TEP) and UniSource Energy Services, effective Jan. 1, 2021.
  • Gray, currently the companys President and Chief Operating Officer, will succeed CEO David G. Hutchens, who has been named as the next President and Chief Executive Officer of Fortis Inc., UNS Energys parent company, effective Jan. 1, 2021.
  • Hutchens, currently Chief Operating Officer of Fortis, will succeed CEO Barry Perry, who has announced his plan to retire at the end of this year.
  • Gray will continue as President and will join the UNS Energy Board of Directors when she takes over as CEO.

Fortis Inc. Announces Retirement of President and CEO Barry Perry and Appointment of David Hutchens as Successor Effective January 1, 2021

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Wednesday, September 23, 2020
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David Hutchens, currently Chief Operating Officer of Fortis and CEO of UNS Energy, will succeed Perry and join the Board, effective January 1, 2021.

Key Points: 
  • David Hutchens, currently Chief Operating Officer of Fortis and CEO of UNS Energy, will succeed Perry and join the Board, effective January 1, 2021.
  • Thank you to our employees, both past and present, for contributing to the success of Fortis," said Barry Perry.
  • In expressing his support for Hutchens, Perry said: "David has decades of utility experience, including as CEO of our subsidiary UNS Energy in Arizona.
  • "We are pleased to announce David Hutchens as the next President and CEO of Fortis," said Haughey.

Tucson Electric Power, UniSource Pledge $1 Million to Assist Customers During Pandemic

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Thursday, March 26, 2020
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Tucson Electric Power and UniSource Energy Services announced today that they will donate a combined $1 million to bill payment assistance and other coronavirus relief efforts in the communities they serve across Arizona.

Key Points: 
  • Tucson Electric Power and UniSource Energy Services announced today that they will donate a combined $1 million to bill payment assistance and other coronavirus relief efforts in the communities they serve across Arizona.
  • Of that amount, $350,000 will be directed to Tucson-area agencies and $150,000 will benefit communities served by UniSource.
  • TEP customers will receive $350,000 from this years contribution, while the remaining $150,000 will support UniSource electric and gas customers.
  • UniSource provides electric service to approximately 97,000 customers in Mohave and Santa Cruz Counties.

Fortis Inc. Announces Appointment of Chief Operating Officer

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Monday, November 25, 2019
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ST. JOHN'S, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nov. 25, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Barry Perry, President and Chief Executive Officer of Fortis Inc. ("Fortis" or the "Corporation") (TSX/NYSE: TSX) today announced the appointment of David Hutchens as Chief Operating Officer, Fortis, effective January 1, 2020.

Key Points: 
  • ST. JOHN'S, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nov. 25, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Barry Perry, President and Chief Executive Officer of Fortis Inc. ("Fortis" or the "Corporation") (TSX/NYSE: TSX) today announced the appointment of David Hutchens as Chief Operating Officer, Fortis, effective January 1, 2020.
  • The announcement comes as the Corporation implements its largest ever capital program to strengthen its energy networks and deliver cleaner energy.
  • He will also continue as Chief Executive Officer of UNS Energy Corporation ("UNS Energy") in Arizona.
  • Formerly, Mr. Hutchens held the position of Executive Vice President, Western Utility Operations with Fortis.

UNS Energy Board of Directors Announces New President, Executive Team Promotions

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Tuesday, November 5, 2019
Utilities, Energy, UNS Energy, UniSource Energy Services, Tucson Electric Power, TEP, Unisource Worldwide, Tucson, Arizona, Companies, Economy of the United States, ARIZONA

UNS Energys Board of Directors has named Susan M. Gray as President of UNS Energy, Tucson Electric Power (TEP) and UniSource Energy Services effective Jan. 1, 2020, placing her at the forefront of a newly expanded leadership team under CEO David G. Hutchens.

Key Points: 
  • UNS Energys Board of Directors has named Susan M. Gray as President of UNS Energy, Tucson Electric Power (TEP) and UniSource Energy Services effective Jan. 1, 2020, placing her at the forefront of a newly expanded leadership team under CEO David G. Hutchens.
  • The Board also has named a new senior vice president and two new vice presidents, expanding and strengthening the companys leadership team.
  • He rose through leadership positions in legal services and served as General Counsel for Millennium Energy Holdings, a UNS Energy subsidiary that has overseen unregulated investments.
  • UNS Energy is the Tucson, Ariz. based parent company of Tucson Electric Power and UniSource Energy Services.