December 11, 2020 • EPE Related News

Op-Ed: El Paso Electric’s Newman 6 chosen over Lower Cost Renewable Energy Mix

On November 16th, a Recommended Decision to deny the Newman 6 methane gas turbine was submitted by Hearing Examiner Elizabeth Hurst in the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission (NMPRC) case regarding the potential capacity addition.

December 8, 2020 • EPE Related News

El Paso Electric gas plant expansion unnecessary

New Mexicans are no strangers to energy development. From the Four Corners to the Permian Basin, New Mexico’s tribal communities and Hispanic communities in particular have been hard hit by our quixotic quest for more polluting fossil fuels. As a result, over 130,000 New Mexicans live within a half mile threat radius of an oil and gas well,...

December 10, 2020 • Local News

El Paso County Judge discusses COVID-19 vaccine distribution in El Paso

On this week’s edition of Built In The Borderland, Robert Holguin talks to El Paso County Judge Ricardo Samaniego about whether or not El Paso will get its fair share of COVID19 vaccines.

December 3, 2020 • Business News

Give the Gift of Energy Savings

Just in time for the holiday season, give the gift of energy efficient products and save your loved ones on their energy use all year long. Visit El Paso Electric’s online store, EP Electric Marketplace, and find popular energy and money saving items with the largest rebate taken off each item.

December 4, 2020 • EPE Related News

Kickin' It with Kelly: For every story shared, Kelly will donate $25 to The Kelly Center for Hunger Relief

Kickin' It with Kelly: For every story shared, Kelly will donate $25 to The Kelly Center for Hunger Relief

December 4, 2020 • Local News

El Paso Water bills to increase under proposal presented to Public Service Board

El Paso Water customers would see their water and sewer rates increase for a sixth consecutive year in March if proposed 2% rate increases are approved.

December 4, 2020 • EPE Related News

WinterFest 2020 goes virtual; events planned throughout holiday season

WinterFest season will commence with a unique virtual launch celebration Saturday, Dec. 5. The online celebration will include various virtual programs and festive events created by the City’s Quality of Life Departments, the El Paso International Airport and Destination El Paso. 

December 4, 2020 • EPE Related News

PWR Celebrates PWR Day with Donation Drive

The El Paso Electric Power-ful Women Resources (PWR) Program serves two main purposes: to serve within EPE and to serve in our community. This year’s PWR Day brought employees together over a two-day span to do a drive-by voluntary donation drive on November 30 and a half-day virtual conference on December 1 with over 90 employees in...

December 4, 2020 • EPE Related News

84th annual Oscar Leeser’s Hyundai of Virtual Sun Bowl Parade

KTSM 9 News and the Sun Bowl Association have teamed up to present the 84th annual Oscar Leeser’s Hyundai of Virtual Sun Bowl Parade.

December 4, 2020 • EPE Related News

City creates position to strengthen partnership with El Paso Electric: Elizabeth Triggs

A healthy and reliable electric utility is without a doubt critical to the well-being and vibrancy of any growing community. For nearly 120 years, El Paso Electric (EPE) has filled that role for our region, providing electricity to over 436,000 customers in west Texas and southern New Mexico.

November 20, 2020 • EPE Related News

EPE Celebrates National Recycling Day 2020

Sunday, November 15, 2020: It's National #RecyclingDay and #EPElectric is happy to share with you the success of the Appliance Recycling Program, and how YOU can get involved!

November 20, 2020 • EPE Related News

El Pasoans raise concerns over planned $140m generator for El Paso Electric

In a public meeting on Tuesday night, El Pasoans aired their concerns about El Paso Electric’s plans for a multimillion dollar power plant project in Northeast El Paso. The Newman 6 addition would add a natural gas generator to the current Newman power plant at the intersection of Stan Roberts Sr Ave and Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.

November 20, 2020 • EPE Related News

NMSU names EPE Team Member and Head of IT, Gary Bruner, as Outstanding Alumni 2020

El Paso Electric (EPE) congratulates Gary Bruner, who was named as New Mexico State University’s Agricutural Economics and Agricultural Business Outstanding Alumni 2020.

November 20, 2020 • EPE Related News

Customer Assistance When You Need It

El Paso Electric understands that due to the current pandemic, many of our customers may be facing financial difficulties. If you or someone you know is having difficulty paying your home electricity bills, our Customer Care team can help you address your concerns and gain peace of mind.

November 16, 2020 • Alerts

El Paso Utilities Unite to Educate and Empower Customers to Avoid Scams

El Paso Electric (EPE), El Paso Water and Texas Gas Service team up to raise awareness and educate customers on scams through the fourth annual Utility Scam Awareness Week initiative. Initiated by the Utilities United Against Scams, or UUAS, the week-long advocacy and awareness campaign focuses on educating customers of the tactics scammers use to...

November 20, 2020 • EPE Related News

El Paso Utilities Unite to Educate and Empower Customers to Avoid Scams

El Paso Electric (EPE), El Paso Water and Texas Gas Service team up to raise awareness and educate customers on scams through the fourth annual Utility Scam Awareness Week initiative. Initiated by the Utilities United Against Scams, or UUAS, the week-long advocacy and awareness campaign focuses on educating customers of the tactics scammers use to...

November 13, 2020 • EPE Related News

Kickin' It with Kelly: A Fundraiswer for United Way

Kickin' It with Kelly: A Fundraiswer for United Way For every question asked, Kelly will donate $25 to United Way.

December 11, 2020 • EPE Related News

NM COVID patient on the mend after double-lung transplant

November 12, 2020 • People

El Paso Electric CEO Joins Borderplex Alliance Executive Committee

EL PASO, Texas (November 12, 2020) — The Borderplex Alliance today announced Kelly A. Tomblin will serve on its executive committee. Ms. Tomblin is the new chief executive officer of El Paso Electric and a global business leader.

November 13, 2020 • EPE Related News

NM COVID patient on the mend after double-lung transplant

For much of the coronavirus pandemic, a machine has helped New Mexico COVID-19 patient Arthur Sanchez with every breath he has taken. But the 52-year-old father of two, who has been mostly hospitalized since April, is expected to return to his Las Cruces home this weekend after a double-lung transplant. Sanchez was the third person with...

November 13, 2020 • EPE Related News

Help available for El Paso business owners, residents to pay utilities

Utility companies in El Paso are continuing service for customers who are unable to pay if they were impacted by COVID-19 hardships. Despite the financial assistance available, customers are encouraged to continue paying their bills if they have the resources to do so or to set up a payment plan if they have fallen behind on payments.

November 13, 2020 • EPE Related News

Powerful American Heroes: A message to EPE U.S. Veterans

Powerful American Heroes: A message to EPE U.S. Veterans

November 6, 2020 • Local News

Election results: Veronica Escobar wins reelection for Texas Congressional District 16

As she prepares for her second term in Congress, the coronavirus and access to health insurance are top of mind for U.S. Rep. Veronica Escobar, D-El Paso. Escobar declared victory over Republican Irene Armendariz-Jackson in U.S. Congressional District 16 with 64.35% of the votes, according to unofficial election results....

November 6, 2020 • EPE Related News

Make a Choice, Make a Difference: EPE United Way Giving Campaign

Make a Choice, Make a Difference: EPE United Way Giving Campaign

November 9, 2020 • Community

TxDOT, EL PASO POLICE DEPARTMENT, EL PASO ELECTRIC LAUNCH PEDESTRIAN SAFETY CAMPAIGN

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) El Paso District is partnering with El Paso Police Department (EPPD), El Paso Electric (EPE) and El Pasoans Fighting Hunger Food Bank for the annual pedestrian safety campaign just as daylight savings time ends.  The campaign consists of bilingual educational messages posted via social media, the...