PAHRUMP – Valley Electric Association is doing its part to keep Nye County connected to vital services in the event of an emergency. VEA technicians activated a circuit near the Nye County Sheriff's Office, adding two more networks to the area’s telecommunications infrastructure. With a flip of a switch, the chances of the sheriff's office losing telephone and Internet … [Read more...] about VEA Delivers Crucial Communications Backup to Nye County
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VEA and Bombard Electric Announce 15-Megawatt Solar Energy Project in Pahrump, Nevada
PAHRUMP, Nev. – Valley Electric Association, Inc. (VEA), a nonprofit, member-owned electric cooperative, announced detailed information about the plan to begin construction this year on a 15-megawatt solar energy generation project in Pahrump, Nevada. Utilizing Nevada union workers and American-made materials, this solar project will generate affordable renewable energy while … [Read more...] about VEA and Bombard Electric Announce 15-Megawatt Solar Energy Project in Pahrump, Nevada
Nevada’s Utilities
Utility movers and shakers in Nevada continue to be optimistic as they strategically manage new technologies, increased regulation, customer growth and a changing portfolio mix of options. Regulations A regulatory agency that ensures investor-owned utilities comply with laws enacted by the Nevada Legislature, the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada (PUCN) oversees a broad … [Read more...] about Nevada’s Utilities
Best Companies to Work For: Taking Care of People
In the midst of the recession, some employees might have argued that a “Best Company to Work For” is whichever company gives them a job. While times have been tough for many Nevada businesses, as the state comes out of this recession, it is clear there are a number of companies who continue to go above and beyond for their employees. These businesses make it a priority to take … [Read more...] about Best Companies to Work For: Taking Care of People
Flip a Switch, Turn on a Faucet: Nevada’s Utility Companies
Utilities in Nevada took a beating during the recession. Now the light at the end of the tunnel may be an indication that the economy is recovering. Utilities is a catchall phrase for services businesses and individuals use on a daily basis: water, power, natural gas. Most utilities are regulated by the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada, utility companies aren’t affected … [Read more...] about Flip a Switch, Turn on a Faucet: Nevada’s Utility Companies