Classical Carousel Midnight - 7:00am

Listen Live

Search

APS: Four Corners Power Plant to Close by 2031

Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at 7:21 PM

The goal includes a nearer-term 2030 target of achieving a resource mix that is 65 percent clean energy, with 45 percent of our portfolio coming from renewable energy. APS will end all coal-fired generation by 2031, seven years sooner than previously projected.

Arizona Public Service Company (APS) today announced its goal to deliver carbon-free electricity to customers by 2050.  Along with the announcement came the news that the utility would end all coal-fired energy generation by 2031,  seven years ahead of schedule.  Arizona Public Service company is the main operator of the Four Corners Power Plant west of Farmington.

APS did not say what impact this announcement would have on the adjoining Navajo Mine, which is operating by the Navajo Transitional Energy Company (NTEC) a wholly-owned limited liability company of the Navajo Nation.

 

Statement from APS:

Today marks a historic milestone in the 134-year history of Arizona’s largest electricity provider as Arizona Public Service (NYSE: PNW) announces a goal to deliver 100 percent clean, carbon-free electricity to customers by 2050. The company has been on a trajectory of increasingly clean energy through solar power innovation, major investments in energy storage technology, carbon-free nuclear operations and advances in energy efficiency solutions. Now, the company’s destination for that path is set as the boldest clean-energy goal of all Arizona electric companies, as well as one of the most ambitious in the country.

The goal includes a nearer-term 2030 target of achieving a resource mix that is 65 percent clean energy, with 45 percent of our portfolio coming from renewable energy. APS will end all coal-fired generation by 2031, seven years sooner than previously projected.

“We see incredible things ahead for Arizona, and are excited to power our state’s future with electricity that is 100 percent clean,” said APS Chairman and CEO Jeff Guldner. “We’re starting from an energy mix that is 50 percent clean today, including energy efficiency and electricity from one of the nation’s largest solar fleets and the country’s most powerful carbon-free and clean energy resource – the Palo Verde Generating Station."

Share

More from Local News

  • Farmington Hires New Museum Director

     “Nathan’s expertise in the museum industry, combined with his global perspective and passion for community engagement, make him a tremendous asset to Farmington,” said Christa Chapman, Director of Cultural Affairs. “We’re excited to see how his leadership will shape the future of the Farmington Museum System.”

  • San Juan Co. Child Contracts Measles

    While the child caught measles outside San Juan County, people may have been exposed to this latest case of measles at the following locations, days and times:  San Juan Regional Medical Center Emergency Room, 801 West Maple Street in Farmington on the following days and times:   Monday, May 26 from 10:30 p.m. - Tuesday, May 27 at 4:15 a.m.  Wednesday, May 28 from 2 - 4 p.m.   San Juan Regional Medical Center Health Partners Pediatrics Clinic, 407 South Schwartz, Suite 102 in Farmington:  Friday, May 30 from 8:15 - 10:30 a.m. 

  • Bloomfield Police Officer Dies from Injuries

    Officer Ontiveros has been with the Bloomfield Police Department since December 2024 and previously worked for the Farmington Police Department. Additionally, he served as a volunteer firefighter for the Aztec Fire Department since 2017.

  • Suspect Killed, Bloomfield Police Officer Injured after gunfight

    Bloomfield Police Department officers were conducting a traffic stop when the subject shot at an officer, striking the officer, and an officer’s weapon was also discharged. Tragically, the subject has died as a result of the incident. Their identity will be released by the Office of the Medical Investigator once next of kin have been notified.

  • Two Dead after Officer-Involved Shooting in Farmington

    According to initial witness statements, the male subject was in the passenger seat of a vehicle being driven by a female. Witnesses reported that the vehicle moved toward law enforcement officers while the male subject attempted to climb into the driver’s seat. Shots were fired by U.S. Marshals during the incident. Both the male subject and the female driver were pronounced dead at the scene. No law enforcement personnel were injured.

  • One Dead After House Fire Saturday Afternoon

    Second occupant in critical condition; Identity of victims not yet released.

On KSJE Now:

Today's Weather

  • Farmington, NM

    Sunny intervals

    High: 99°F | Low: 55°F

  • Durango, CO

    Sunny intervals

    High: 95°F | Low: 43°F

  • Shiprock, NM

    Sunny intervals

    High: 104°F | Low: 54°F

  • Cortez, CO

    Sunny intervals

    High: 99°F | Low: 52°F

  • Santa Fe, NM

    Sunny intervals

    High: 93°F | Low: 59°F