U.S. Department of Energy selects Tri-State for $26.8 million in federal funding to increase power grid resilience and reliability across four western states

Funding accelerates grid optimization between Tri-State and its members
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SPP RTO will expand with commitments from western utilities

SPP will soon be the first to provide full regional transmission organization (RTO) services to the Eastern and Western Interconnections.
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Tri-State submits Letter of Interest to pursue USDA New ERA Program for electric cooperatives

Award would deliver significant greenhouse gas emissions reductions, reliability and affordability benefits to membership.
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Tri-State issues request for offers from third parties to purchase power

Offerings include tolling agreements, block sales of energy, and dispatchable capacity from April 1, 2024, through Dec. 31, 2027.
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Origis Energy announces construction on 200 MW Escalante Solar

The New Mexico-located project is a major step in implementing Tri-State's Responsible Energy Plan to advance clean energy.
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Chief Financial Officer Pat Bridges to retire in March 2024

Bridges oversaw significant increase in revenue and growth over 17 years of service.
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FERC issues order providing direction and clarity on Tri-State's wholesale rates and a long-standing issue regarding battery storage

Federal regulator agreed with Tri-State's treatment of battery storage.
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Tri-State responds to United Power’s critique of judge’s order

Adams County District Court postpones trial date to consider significant legal issues related to United Power’s lawsuit.
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Tri-State Board of Directors approves 2024 budget, wholesale rate design

After seven years of flat and lower wholesale rates for members, board approves 6.36% rate increase.
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