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Discover how Tri-State and our members are embracing the opportunity to power the West in our new podcast, Western Watts!We'll dive into the heart of energy issues, from reliability to wildfire mitigation, and share firsthand insights relevant to rural, agricultural and mountain communities across Colorado, Nebraska, New Mexico and Wyoming.
Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. hosts Western Watts, a technology show with 26 episodes published.
Keeping the power on often requires long days, tough conditions, and strong leadership in the field. In this episode, Line Foreman Adrian Garcia takes us inside his current work along the Frontier–Picacho transmission li
From breakers to protective relays, reliable power depends on experts who know every detail of the system. As a Substation Technician, John Swanson works at facilities like the Cahone Substation, helping ensure our trans
Reliable power starts with reliable communication. In this episode, Telecommunications Foreman Nick Franklin takes us behind the scenes of the systems that keep remote locations connected across the transmission network.
In this episode of Western Watts, hosts Elizabeth Schilling and Julia Eshleman sit down with Travis Berg, Vice President of Transmission Maintenance at Tri‑State, for an inside look at the people and systems that keep th
What do river rapids, rural Colorado, and the future of Western water policy all have in common? In this episode of Western Watts, hosts Elizabeth Shilling and Julia Eshleman interview Jackie Brown, the Senior Water and
What happens when parts of the Western grid aren’t fully connected — and how do we fix it? In this episode of Western Watts, hosts Elizabeth Schilling and Julia Eshleman sit down with Tri‑State CEO Duane Highley to explo
From planning the environment to shaping the future of energy. Jennifer Prokop joins Elizabeth Shilling and Julia Eshelman on Western Watts to share how Tri-State’s Demand Response program is transforming grid reliabilit
Ever wondered how batteries could reshape the future of energy? Join Elizabeth Shilling and Julia Eshelman as they interview Sarah Ruen, Vice President of Regulatory and Origination at Tri-State, discussing the evolving
What happens when a childhood tornado scare sparks a lifelong mission to protect communities from disaster? In this episode of the Western Watts Podcast, hosts Elizabeth Shilling and Julia Eshelman interview Pete Slintak
How do four Relationship Managers cover nearly 200,000 square miles of member service territories? In this special National Cooperative Month episode, we sit down with Jay Mendoza, Tri-State's Member Relations Manager, t
What does it really take to power our communities without polluting them? In this episode of the Western Watts Podcast, hosts Elizabeth Shilling and Julia Perry sit down with Chris Reichard, Senior Environmental Policy A
What if the key to managing power consumption, wildfires, and infrastructure planning was hidden in a map? Join hosts Elizabeth Shilling and Julia Perry on the Western Watts Podcast as they dive into the world of Geograp
The Complex World of Energy Markets with Tim Cusick In this episode of Western Watts, Elizabeth Shilling and Julia Perry sit down with Tim Cusick, the Power and Gas Marketing Supervisor at Tri-State. Tim provides deep in
Safety isn’t a checklist—it’s a mindset that transforms organizations. Join Chad Orvis, our VP of Safety and Workplace Strategy, on Western Watts as we explore how Tri-State’s award-winning safety programs go beyond comp
What if upgrading your home’s energy systems could lead to significant savings and improved comfort? In this episode of Western Watts, hosts Melissa Swinehart and Julia Perry sit down with Pete Rusin, Senior Electrificat
What does it really take to keep your lights on—and your power bill low—in a changing energy world? In Episode 6 of the Western Watts Podcast, hosts Elizabeth Shilling and Julia Perry sit down with Lisa Tiffin, Senior Vi
What does it take to power rural America? Join host Elizabeth Schilling as she uncovers bold ideas and personal stories at the Tri-State Annual Meeting with cooperative leaders Molly Lynn, Ruth Marks, Corey Robinson, and
What’s it like balancing land stewardship with the responsibility of powering rural communities? In this episode of Western Watts, host Elizabeth sits down with Corey Robinson from Empire Electric, a board member and own
What do 25 Tri-State annual meetings teach you about leadership and legacy? In this episode, host Elizabeth speaks with Ruth Marks, CEO of Mountain View Electric Association, who brings a wealth of experience from both t
Can artificial intelligence and drones shape the future of rural power? In this episode of Western Watts, host Elizabeth interviews David Spradlin, CEO of Springer Electric Cooperative, David discusses his extensive expe
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