Western Area Power Administration is one of four power marketing administrations within the U.S. Department of Energy whose role is to market and transmit electricity from multi-use water projects. Our service area encompasses a 15-state region of the central and western U.S. in which our transmission system carries electricity from 56 power plants operated by the Bureau of Reclamation, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the International Boundary and Water Commission, and one coal-fired plant. Together, these plants have an installed capacity of 10,505 megawatts.

To carry out our mission, we follow our Core Values:  

• Honesty: We believe in honest interactions and expect the highest standards of personal and organizational integrity.
• Respect and trust: We are committed to a workplace that values each employee. We nurture each other by respecting and trusting individuals; benefiting from their unique personalities, backgrounds and talents; and recognizing their diverse roles within Western.
• Communication: We foster open communication and feedback among individuals and groups by creating a positive work environment free of intimidation and reprisal. We listen to and value each other’s views.
• Quality: We achieve quality through continuous improvement of our processes, products and services. We reward creativity, productivity and excellence.
• Environment, Safety and Health: We are committed to an accident-free and healthy workplace. We believe in protecting and enhancing the environment and that these investments are sound business practices. Environmental excellence and workplace safety must be fully integrated into the operation of all Western’s programs.
• Service: We are in service to our Nation, our region and our customers. We serve the needs of the public and manage the resources under our stewardship in a cost-effective and environmentally sensitive manner. We listen to our customers and value their satisfaction.