AEPCO is responsible for developing new reliable generation resources to meet growing demand for electricity in the areas they serve. When deciding on the best plan to address this demand, AEPCO examined which generating resources could both meet increasing demand for electricity and would improve local reliability, especially to support critical public services. As a result of that review, the Cooperatives determined that installing efficient simple-cycle natural gas generating units in Mohave County was the best option to meet near and long-term demand in the region.
In addition, together with our renewable solar and battery energy storage projects located in Fort Mohave, the simple-cycle generating units at Mohave Energy Park will help transition the Cooperatives to a diversified energy portfolio, resulting in a more efficient, reliable and cost-effective mix of
generation resources.