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Arizona G&T Cooperatives (AzGT) generates and transmits electric power to Member cooperatives and other customers in Arizona, California and New Mexico.

Generation

Arizona Electric Power Cooperative (AEPCO) operates under the AzGT banner, and generates 625 gross MW of power at Apache Station in southeastern Arizona.

Transmission

AEPCO transmits power through 866 miles of line and 36 substations reaching out from Apache Station across Arizona to the northwestern corner of the state.

Renewables

AzGT provides renewable energy generated by our 20-MW Apache Solar Project and other sources. Sierra Southwest Cooperative Services facilitates renewable tax credits under the AzGT banner.

Power Marketing

We work with ACES, our energy management partner, to buy and sell power and manage allocations for AzGT and our Members/customers.

Environment

We comply with all environmental regulations, and remain committed to balancing environmental stewardship with providing reliable, affordable electricity to our Member/owners.

Spotlight

October 13, 2022
ACC Approves Financing for New Generation
February 24, 2022
Magen Howard Joins AzGT Communications Team
NRECA. America's Electric Cooperatives. Along Those Lines
December 15, 2021
🔊 NRECA Podcast “Along Those Lines”: How Electric Co-ops Are Navigating the Energy Transition
August 17, 2022
Saguaro-Marana Line Serves Growing Area
March 25, 2022
AzGT Operators Train in How…
March 24, 2022
Boot Hill Transformer Project to…
State Representative Regina Cobb
February 7, 2022
Electric Co-op Leaders Learn About…
This site is proudly sponsored by Arizona G&T Cooperatives
February 7, 2022
AzGT Partners with CochiseEconomy.com to…
Chris Jimenez
January 31, 2022
Chris Jimenez Joins Arizona G&T…
Tyler Carlson addresses Mohave Electric Cooperative members
November 10, 2021
AzGT Assists its Member Electric…
Jacqui Clay and J.D. Wallace
November 2, 2021
AzGT Sponsorships Demonstrate “Concern for…
Billy Adams and Martha McSally
October 13, 2021
AEPCO Distinguished Service Award Recipients…
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Videos

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Division Manager Reports

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AzGT and CoBank Support Rural Education

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Encouraging Rural Arizonans to Register and Vote

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Working with a Shoe Fly
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New Transformer Serves Growing Area
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Upgrading Grid Structure Amid the Pandemic
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AzGT and CoBank Support Rural Healthcare
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AzGT and CoBank Support Willcox Historic Theater
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AzGT and CoBank Support Benson Area Food Bank
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Line Crews Replace Markers Near Flying Diamond Airpark
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COVID-19 Testing in Benson Sponsored by AzGT and SSVEC
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AzGT and SSVEC Sponsor Testing for COVID-19 in Sierra Vista
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Photo Gallery

Overhauls of the two steam units at Apache Generating Station have led to greater fuel flexibility and reduced emissions.
Apache Station’s Steam Unit 2 was converted from coal to burning natural gas, coal, or both at the same time.
Gas Turbine 3 is used to supplement generation during peak summer demand.
GT3 improvements include new cooling and fire suppression systems that enhance efficiency and safety and reduce emissions.
GT3 improvements position us to serve Members and customers more reliably and with lower maintenance costs.
David Landwerlen, left, a manager at Apache Station, innovated a system that automatically blends coal and natural gas.
At Apache Station, every aspect of generation is constantly monitored to ensure reliability and cost-effective operations.
Kevin Short, left, general manager of Anza Electric Cooperative in California, worked with AzGT’s Barry Brown on Anza EC’s battery storage unit.
Anza EC’s battery storage units capture energy from the SunAnza solar array.
An AzGT video crew interviews a member of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, a consumer/member of Anza EC.
A crane lifts a new 52-ton transformer into position at AEPCO’s Valencia Substation in a growing area west of Tucson.
The AEPCO team conducts a safety briefing. AEPCO maintains and operates Valencia Substation, while Member Trico EC owns the transformers.
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Facts

625

gross MW capacity — Apache Generating Station

866

miles of transmission line owned all or in part by AEPCO

20

MW capacity — Apache Solar Project

$1,200,000

made in low-interest loans to worthy organizations since 2010 via USDA REDLG

$285,100,000

generated by AzGT in economic activity annually

$8,000,000

in patronage refunds returned to Members from 2012 to 2021

161,000

meters served by AzGT’s 6 Class A Members to their member / consumers