Nicole Viz helps members save money and keep the lights on through smart demand response programs. Excited about the future of battery technology, she works closely with members to turn small, low‑impact energy shifts into big benefits for their communities.

In the rugged terrain of northern New Mexico, keeping trees and plants away from power lines is a critical part of protecting electric reliability and reducing wildfire risk, especially along the transmission corridors in Carson National Forest. 

IT Project Manager, Ali Pentico, is helping power our cooperative from behind the scenes by connecting people, technology, and purpose. She ensures smart, cost‑effective solutions that strengthen reliability and reduce costs for members, guided by a shared commitment to serving members and communities.

In rural America, nearly two-thirds of firefighters are volunteers, and they’re often the first line of defense when wildfires ignite. But as fire seasons grow longer and more intense across the West, these departments face mounting challenges. That’s why we're partnering with San Isabel Electric Association to deliver superior technology and training to fighting fires.

Cybersecurity plays a vital role in protecting Tri‑State and our members. Senior Cybersecurity Engineer Quan Dang works behind the scenes to defend critical systems, detect and respond to threats, and ensure the reliability and safety of the grid.

Wildfires leave lasting scars on rural communities—something our cooperatives know all too well. During the Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire, Tri-State member Mora-San Miguel Electric Cooperative sprang into action, exemplifying how cooperatives become vital to emergency response and recovery.

Vegetation management plays a vital role in wildfire mitigation, especially across the rugged landscapes of southern New Mexico. For Tri-State member Otero County Electric Cooperative, a pivotal moment came when they acquired both the workforce and equipment from their longtime vegetation management contractor.

Rather than waiting for disaster to strike, High Plains Power took decisive action to fortify the region's electrical infrastructure—backed by years of wildfire mitigation planning in the Horse Creek area of the Wind River Ranger District.

Leadership teams from Tri-State G&T and Poudre Valley REA volunteered with local nonprofits, Combat Recovery Foundation and the Heart-J Center at Sylvan Dale Ranch, to clear thistles as part of a vegetation management project in Loveland, Colorado.