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May 29, 2020 • Construction
ROAD CLOSURE: El Paso Electric to Conduct Work Along Pendale Road
EL PASO, Texas – El Paso Electric (EPE) will be replacing transmission lines and completing several wire crossings in the Mission Valley area of El Paso along Pendale Road between Roseway and North Loop Drives. For the safety of the public, EPE will be requiring a three-day road...
May 29, 2020 • EPE Related News
Students rewarded for offering solutions to Climate Change, Digital Divide
On Thursday, May 28, Success Through Technology Education (STTE) Foundation wrapped up the school year with a virtual awards ceremony that rewarded students for their hard work completing in two of the most difficult real-world competitions sponsored by Prudential, El Paso Electric, and Workforce Solutions Borderplex.
May 29, 2020 • EPE Related News
Far East El Paso Power Outage on Thursday, May 28
Far East El Paso Power Outage on Thursday, May 28
May 29, 2020 • EPE Related News
El Paso Electric helps Texas Tech students impacted by pandemic
El Paso Electric has donated $5,000 to Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso’s Student Frontline Emergency Fund. The fund was created to help Texas Tech El Paso students who are unable to meet immediate, essential expenses due to temporary hardship or unforeseen emergencies related...
May 29, 2020 • EPE Related News
El Paso ranks 3rd in Texas, 18th in nation for solar energy
AUSTIN - With more than 50 megawatts of solar energy, El Paso ranks 3rd in Texas and 18th nationally, according to a new report released today by Environment Texas Research & Policy Center. The results come from the seventh edition of Shining Cities 2020: The Top U.S. Cities for Solar Energy.
May 22, 2020 • EPE Related News
Despite paying back rent thanks to El Paso’s generosity, woman still doesn’t have electricity yet
EL PASO, Texas -- El Pasoans came through for a northeast El Paso woman whose electricity was cut off because she was delinquent on her rent.
May 20, 2020 • EPE Related News
El Paso Electric sees record low solar prices as it secures New Mexico project approvals
El Paso Electric set out to grow its renewable resources to comply with New Mexico's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), requiring 20% of the utility's retail energy sales to come from renewable energy by 2020.
May 15, 2020 • EPE Related News
PRC approves job-creating, low-cost renewable/storage projects
Commentary: A Wednesday decision by New Mexico Public Regulation Commissioners means New Mexico will get new investment, jobs and some of the lowest-cost renewable energy in the world with solar at 1.5 cents per kwh.
April 30, 2020 • EPE Related News
FERC confirms Goldman Sachs ties to renewables company, opening door for push on corporate transparency
FERC determined defining affiliation was inconsequential in a previous case involving a financial vehicle backed by JPMorgan.
April 30, 2020 • Industry-related News
Utility shutoff bans are in effect for many families, but what happens when they end?
If there was ever a time to appreciate that electricity service is not a "luxury item," this is it. Large utilities across the nation and half of all states have taken steps to prevent power shutoffs for customers who fall behind on their bills during the coronavirus crisis. It's a recognition that energy is essential to...
April 30, 2020 • Local News
Mayor says El Paso hasn’t reached virus peak, disagrees with governor lifting stay home order
EL PASO, Texas -- Amid the deadliest day to date for El Paso during the coronavirus pandemic, with four new deaths in 24 hours, Mayor Dee Margo said the Borderland has not reached its' peak.
April 28, 2020 • Local News
El Paso City Council keeping Downtown arena and Mexican American Cultural Center on the table
The El Paso City Council has decided not to suspend the Multipurpose Performing Arts and Entertainment Center and Mexican American Cultural Center.
April 28, 2020 • Regional News
Doña Ana County Commission calls on state to reopen businesses
LAS CRUCES - The Doña Ana County Commission approved a symbolic resolution calling on the state to reopen businesses deemed nonessential under public health guidelines meant to mitigate the spread of the novel coronavirus pandemic.
April 28, 2020 • EPE Related News
In Era Of Social Distancing, Most Utilities Unlikely To Embrace Mergers In 2020
The impact of COVID-19 is expected to be felt on the utility sector for quite some time. The uncertainty associated with the pandemic has roiled the financial markets in recent weeks and has altered the focus of many utilities. The likelihood of new large electric and natural gas utility mergers and acquisitions being announced in the near...
April 28, 2020 • EPE Related News
Face masks in Texas no longer mandated, but strongly recommended
EL PASO, Texas (CBS4) — City of El Paso officials says while it is encouraged to wear a face mask or a face covering, there will no longer be penalties if you don’t.
April 29, 2020 • EPE Related News
Renters protected from eviction, utility shut-off for next billing cycle
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14) — As we enter another billing cycle, KFOX14 asked how you’re protected. They’re essential too: A roof over your head and utilities.
April 28, 2020 • Regional News
Gov. Abbott unveils plan to allow many businesses to open Friday in limited fashion
AUSTIN — The stay-at-home guidelines handed down by Gov. Greg Abbott nearly four weeks ago will be allowed to expire Thursday and many retail outlets that had been shuttered will be allowed to reopen with some limits, the governor announced Monday.
April 28, 2020 • Local News
City of El Paso staff face pay cuts, furloughs; city faces $60 million spending deficit
El Paso City Council voted to cut pay and put over 400 employees on furloughs as the city expects a $60 million spending deficit in fiscal year 2021.
April 28, 2020 • Local News
Guillermo 'Memo' Garcia, final patient from El Paso Walmart shooting dies in hospital
The last remaining patient hospitalized since the El Paso Walmart shooting has died, a hospital official said Sunday.
April 28, 2020 • Industry-related News
Why the coronavirus oil bust called 'worst energy crisis in history' and what's next
AUSTIN — Even before the price of oil spiraled below zero on Monday, Cye Wagner was struggling to keep afloat the small energy exploration and production business her parents built from scratch 40 years ago.
April 28, 2020 • Local News
KTSM apologizing for 'unprofessional and unacceptable' Facebook comments made by staff member
El Paso NBC affiliate KTSM posted an apology Saturday for comments made by news anchor, Patricia Maese.
April 23, 2020 • Local News
City announces new Public-Private Partnership for Regional Public Health Response to COVID19 Pandemic
Thursday morning, officials with the City of El Paso, in partnership with the Medical Center of the Americas Foundation (MCA) and the Paso del Norte Health Foundation (PDNHF) announced the creation of the COVID-19 Enhanced Regional Public Health Partnership.
April 22, 2020 • Regional News
New Mexico governor likely to expand stay-at-home order until May 15
SANTA FE, New Mexico -- Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham warned Wednesday that her public health orders will likely be expanded to May 15.
April 23, 2020 • EPE Related News
Mayor Dee Margo launches Economic Task Force, releases names of participants
Members of the task force include representatives from all sectors of the business community, including builders, contractors, Hotel/Motel Association, finance, insurance, Restaurant Association, manufacturing and healthcare.
April 22, 2020 • EPE Related News
Coronavirus In Texas: Public Utility Commission Moves Up Deadline On Certain Shutoffs
AUSTIN, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) – Darkness could come sooner than expected for some Texans. In a public meeting Tuesday, the Public Utility Commission of Texas shortened the moratorium on certain utility shutoffs.
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