Glendale Water and Power

Grayson Power Plant Dedication

Atineh N. Haroutunian — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 08:00:00 GMT

Glendale Water & Power cordially invites you to attend the dedication ceremony for the Grayson Power Plant.

GWP Online Payments Offline

IT Department — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 08:00:00 GMT

The online accounts and payments feature will be offline on November 23, 2008 from 2:00-6:00PM for routine maintenance.

GWP Releases RFP for Electric and Water Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) and Meter Data Management System (MDMS)

Craig Kuennen — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 08:00:00 GMT

Glendale Water & Power (the City) is seeking a turn-key solution to provide all installation labor, material, equipment, and related needs to implement an Advanced Metering Infrastructure / Meter Data Management System (AMI / MDMS) for both its electric and water meters.

Please note you must have access to the City of Glendale's Bidder Registration system in order to view the RFP. You may create an account for free from the Bidder Registration page.

Greenhouse Gas Analyzer Now Available!

Atineh Haroutunian — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT

Glendale Water & Power recognizes the profound effect that greenhouse gas emissions are having on the Earth’s climate. Working with LINCUS, GWP is making available a complimentary and confidential online greenhouse gas analyzer to our large business customers.

Two Men Impersonate GWP Employees

Atineh Haroutunian — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 07:00:00 GMT

On Saturday September 20th, two men impersonating GWP personnel stole cash from a home in the 100 block of Scofield in Glendale. The men stated that they worked for the Water Department. They told the resident that water in the neighborhood was contaminated and that they needed to turn on their faucets to clear the system.

GWP Launches Green Partners Program

Atineh Haroutunian — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 07:00:00 GMT

Green Partners is the new green power program offered by GWP; it offers our electric customers the opportunity to purchase green power and assist us in more quickly achieving Glendale’s Renewable Portfolio Standard goals.

Residents Reduce Water Consumption in July

Atineh Haroutunian — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 07:00:00 GMT

Officials for Glendale Water & Power announced today that the City has met its target for July of reducing water usage by 10%. According to July production reports, customers reduced water usage by 10.7% compared to July 2006.

Facts and Tips about Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs

Atineh Haroutunian — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 07:00:00 GMT

Switching from traditional light bulbs to CFLs is an effective, easy change that many Glendale homeowners are making to reduce energy use and prevent green house gas emissions that lead to global climate change. Lighting accounts for close to 20 percent of the average household’s electric use. Compact fluorescent light bulbs can save up to 75 percent of the energy you spend on your home lighting.

Glendale Water & Power, Glendale Community College and Chevron Unveil Largest Solar Project in Glendale

Atineh Haroutunian — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 07:00:00 GMT

Glendale Water & Power, Glendale Community College, and Chevron unveil largest solar project in Glendale. Solar Panels increase Glendale's renewable energy supplies enough to power 125 homes.

Fire Hydrant Theft on the Rise

Atineh Haroutunian — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 07:00:00 GMT

Glendale Water & Power (GWP) water officials announced today that in the last week, two fire hydrants in Glendale were stolen. GWP officials believe this is an escalation of the ongoing problem of thieves removing fire hydrant parts for purposes of selling them as scrap metal.

Conservation is Key During Heat Wave

Atineh Haroutunian — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 07:00:00 GMT

Officials for Glendale Water & Power (GWP) today encouraged residents to continue conserving energy following a heat wave warning issued by the National Weather Service. Forecasters are predicting an “excessive heat watch” starting, Tuesday, July 8 through July 10. Weather forecasters warned temperatures in the Glendale area could reach 103 degrees when relatively high humidity levels are factored in.

Fuel and Water Adjustment Charges Increased

Atineh Haroutunian — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 07:00:00 GMT

Glendale Water & Power (GWP) General Manager Glenn Steiger announced today that effective July 1, the fuel and water adjustment charges on customers’ bills will be increased. The total adjustment for an average residential customer will be approximately 6.8%.

GWP To Mail Annual Water Quality Report

Atineh Haroutunian — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 07:00:00 GMT

Glendale Water & Power (GWP) next week will mail all customers the 2007 Water Quality Report that assures Glendale residents their water continues to meet and exceed requirements set by state and federal safety standards, and most importantly their water is safe to drink.

Glendale Responds to Governor’s Drought Declaration

Atineh Haroutunian — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 07:00:00 GMT

Officials for Glendale Water & Power (GWP) today urged local residents and business people to continue conserving water and decrease water consumption. The statement followed Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Executive Order declaring a drought throughout California.

Mylar Balloons Spark Power Outages

Atineh Haroutunian — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 07:00:00 GMT

In the month of May, roughly 2,000 Glendale residents experienced power outages lasting longer than 30 minutes. These outages were caused by Mylar balloons that drifted into power lines. Glendale Water & Power (GWP) officials are asking for the media’s help in raising awareness of the dangers and significant inconvenience posed by Mylar balloons and oversized latex balloons when they are released.

GWP Public Benefit Program wins Fourth State Award

Atineh Haroutunian — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 08:00:00 GMT

Four years in a row, Glendale Water & Power (GWP) has been awarded the California Municipal Utilities Association (CMUA) Resource Efficiency Award for “The most innovative and comprehensive approaches to usage of Public Benefit Funds.” This year GWP won the coveted award for its Cool Care Program.

Water Consumption Down for Second Month In A Row

Atineh Haroutunian — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 08:00:00 GMT

Glendale Water & Power (GWP) today announced that the City is another step closer to meeting its target of reducing water usage by 10%. According to a January report, customers reduced water usage by 9.2% compared to January 2007.

Glendale Hits Record Low Water Use

Atineh Haroutunian — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 08:00:00 GMT

Glendale Water & Power today announced that Glendale is close to meeting its target of reducing water usage by 10%. According to December usage reports, customers reduced water usage by 8.2% compared to December 2006. Usage is down 6% compared to the 10 year average.

Glendale Water & Power Recognized as Climate Action Leader for the Second Consecutive Year

Atineh Haroutunian — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 08:00:00 GMT

Glendale Water & Power (GWP) recently earned the distinction of Climate Action Leader™ in 2007 for its 2005 emissions data from the California Climate Action Registry by successfully certifying its green house gas (GHG) emissions inventory.

GWP to Use Helicopters to Finish Remaining Repairs to Transmission Line and Towers

Atineh Haroutunian — Mon, 19 Nov 2007 08:00:00 GMT

Glendale Water & Power (GWP) has been working on repairs of a transmission line damaged during a severe lightning storm in 2005. GWP is in the final stages of this project and due to the steep terrain, which is inaccessible by land vehicles, GWP will be using helicopters through the first week of December to access the towers to deliver the footing material and string new wires.

Officials for GWP Stress Conservation

Ned Bassin — Tue, 04 Sep 2007 07:00:00 GMT

Officials for Glendale Water & Power (GWP) today urged customers to continue conserving energy following a prediction that the utility expects to be near the record for peak usage. The City on July 24, 2006, set an all-time record peak demand of 336 megawatts. Electric demand on Monday peaked at 325 megawatts and is expected to be about the same today.

Glendale, It's Time to Save Water!

Atineh Haroutunian — Wed, 27 Jun 2007 07:00:00 GMT

The Glendale City Council last night adopted a resolution implementing Phase I of the City’s Water Conservation Plan which asks all Glendale Water & Power (GWP) customers to voluntarily reduce their household water usage by 10% or about 20 gallons per person per day. The Water Conservation Plan was adopted by the City in 1995.

GWP’s Commitment to the Environment

Craig Kuennen — Thu, 24 May 2007 07:00:00 GMT

Glendale Water & Power (GWP) announced today that it has launched a new website that encourages energy conservation and outlines the measures the City is taking to reduce green house gas emissions. The new page, “Environmental Stewardship”, can be found on the GWP website www.glendalewaterandpower.com. Customers can also visit the City Hall lobby June 1 – June 30 to view a display that illustrates GWP’s investments in renewable energy.

GWP Increases Income Eligibility Guidelines for Low-Income Programs

Atineh Haroutunian — Wed, 23 May 2007 07:00:00 GMT

On June 1, Glendale Water & Power (GWP) will increase its income eligibility guidelines for three of its low-income programs. The guidelines will match those approved by the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) for utilities and the Gas Company’s CARE Program for 2007-2008.

GWP to Repair Transmission Line and Towers/Improve Reliability of Electrical System

Atineh Haroutunian — Tue, 08 May 2007 07:00:00 GMT

Glendale Water & Power (GWP) has started repairs of a transmission line damaged during a severe lightning storm in 2005. Scheduled to be completed by November, the project to restore the transmission line that provides the back-up delivery of power to northern Glendale will consist of replacing the wires and reinforcing the footings of 14 transmission towers in the Verdugo Mountains.

Local Winds Causing Short Term Outages

Atineh Haroutunian — Thu, 12 Apr 2007 07:00:00 GMT

Intermittent high winds hitting Glendale this afternoon have caused several short term outages throughout Glendale and major parts of Los Angeles. Be assured the GWP is doing everything we can to restore power as quickly as possible. GWP asks customers to be patient while crews are working within City boundaries to restore power in affected areas.

GWP Public Benefit Program Wins Third State Award

Atineh Haroutunian — Tue, 10 Apr 2007 07:00:00 GMT

For the third year in a row, Glendale Water & Power (GWP) has been awarded the California Municipal Utilities Association (CMUA) Resource Efficiency Award for “The most innovative and comprehensive approaches to usage of Public Benefit Funds.” GWP recently took home the coveted award during the CMUA’s Annual Conference. Glendale won in the small utility category for the best usage of Public Benefit Funds for its Business Energy Solutions Program.

Glendale Water & Power 4th in the State in Energy Savings

Atineh Haroutunian — Mon, 05 Mar 2007 08:00:00 GMT

The California Municipal Utilities Association (CMUA) ranks Glendale Water & Power’s (GWP) customer energy saving programs fourth among the State’s 39 publicly owned utilities in the State of California according to CMUA’s “Energy Efficiency in California’s Public Power Sector: A Status Report.”

Preventing Frozen In-Home Water Pipes

Joy Gaines — Thu, 18 Jan 2007 08:00:00 GMT

The unusual cold snap that hit Southern California this past week created a number of problems for Glendale residents, especially the freezing of in-home water pipes.

GWP Sets Another Record for Peak Power Demand

Atineh Haroutunian — Mon, 24 Jul 2006 07:00:00 GMT

Glendale Water & Power (GWP) set a new all time peak demand record today of 330 megawatts, surpassing Saturday’s all time peak of 318 megawatts. The previous all time demand record was 315 megawatts set on September 1, 1998.

Energy Conservation Tips During Heat Wave

Atineh Haroutunian — Wed, 19 Jul 2006 07:00:00 GMT

Officials for Glendale Water & Power (GWP) today encouraged residents to conserve energy following record setting demand. The City on July 15 set an all-time record for a Saturday. Customer demand that day peaked at 290 megawatts, which is 25 megawatts higher than the previous record for a Saturday.

GWP Increases Senior Care Discount Amount

Atineh Haroutunian — Mon, 05 Jun 2006 07:00:00 GMT

Low-income seniors now have more of a discount to look forward to on their utility bill. Glendale Water & Power’ recently gained approval to increase the Senior Care Program discount from $10.00 to $12.00 a month effective July 1, 2006. Currently, GWP has 4,100 seniors on this program.

GWP Helps Six Local Post Offices with New Energy Efficient Lighting

Atineh Haroutunian — Wed, 10 May 2006 07:00:00 GMT

Six Post Offices in Glendale have new brighter, energy efficient lighting thanks to Glendale Water & Power’s (GWP) Business Energy Solutions (BES) program. The BES program pays 6 cents a kilowatt hour (kWh) for saved energy, up to 25% of the installed cost of energy-saving devices.

Glendale Water & Power Recognized as Climate Action Leader by CA Registry

Atineh Haroutunian — Wed, 19 Apr 2006 07:00:00 GMT

Glendale Water & Power (GWP) is the first municipal utility in Southern California to earn the distinction of Climate Action Leader™ in 2006. GWP is now publicly and voluntarily reporting its green house gas emissions (GHG) from generation of electricity under the California Climate Action Registry’s (Registry) rigorous program. GWP has successfully certified CHG emissions inventory with the Registry.

GWP Public Benefit Program "Peak Hogs" Wins State Award

Atineh Haroutunian — Tue, 28 Mar 2006 07:00:00 GMT

For the second year in a row, Glendale Water & Power (GWP) has been awarded the California Municipal Utilities Association (CMUA) Resource Efficiency Award for “The most innovative and comprehensive approaches to usage of Public Benefit Funds.” GWP recently took home the coveted award during the CMUA’s Annual Conference. Glendale won in the small utility category for the best usage of Public Benefit Funds for its Peak Hogs program.

GWP Receives Geothermal Energy and Expands its Renewables Portfolio

Atineh Haroutunian — Wed, 01 Feb 2006 08:00:00 GMT

Glendale Water & Power (GWP) has recently started to receive geothermal energy from its new Power Sales agreement with the Southern California Public Power Authority (SCPPA) for a 3 megawatt share of the Ormat Geothermal Energy Project. GWP will receive approximately 25 gigawatt hours of geothermal energy each year for the next 25 years, for use in Glendale. That is enough electricity to power 3,000 single-family homes annually with clean, green energy though 2032. Currently, GWP is receiving 25 percent of its contracted amount, as production has just started and facilities are still under construction.

GWP to Install Transformers to Improve Electrical System Reliability

Ramon Abueg — Thu, 13 Oct 2005 07:00:00 GMT

On Saturday, October 15th, Glendale Water and Power (GWP) will begin installation of two new transformers at its Kellogg Substation as part of $40 million system upgrade. Installation of the 200,000 pound transformers is expected to take six weeks.

Glendale Receives $100,000 for Chromium Removal Study

Peter Kavounas — Wed, 12 Oct 2005 07:00:00 GMT

Officials for Glendale Water & Power (GWP) announced today that the City will receive a $100,000 grant to fund the final phase in a series of studies to remove hexavalent chromium from San Fernando Valley groundwater supplies. This is the second grant provided for this project by the American WaterWorks Research Foundation (AwwaRF).

Glendale Sports Complex Reducing Peak Electric Demand with New Ice Bear Unit

Atineh Haroutunian — Tue, 02 Aug 2005 07:00:00 GMT

Glendale Water & Power (GWP) in partnership with Ice Energy, LLC, has installed a new thermal storage device, the Ice Bear, which will greatly reduce the demand for electricity for the Glendale Sports Complex.

GWP Water Continues to Meet Expectations

Atineh Haroutunian — Wed, 27 Jul 2005 07:00:00 GMT

Glendale Water & Power (GWP) recently mailed customers the 2004 Consumer Confidence Report (Water Quality Report) that assures Glendale residents their water continues to meet and exceed requirements set by the state and federal safety standards and most importantly their water is safe to drink.

Energy Conservation Tips During Heat Wave

Atineh Haroutunian — Thu, 21 Jul 2005 07:00:00 GMT

GWP is expecting a peak demand today of 290 megawatts, yesterday’s peak demand was 297 megawatts. Today’s expected peak demand is well below the record high of 315 megawatts that occurred September 1, 1998.

GUSD Receives Energy Rebate from GWP

Atineh Haroutunian — Thu, 26 May 2005 07:00:00 GMT

Through Glendale Water & Power’s (GWP) “Operation School House” Public Benefit Program, Glendale Unified School District (GUSD) will receive a rebate of $615,000 for making over $4,272,000 in energy saving upgrades at four area schools.

GWP Reaching Its Goal For Renewable Energy

Atineh Haroutunian — Mon, 02 May 2005 07:00:00 GMT

Glendale Water & Power (GWP) recently announced its new Power Sales Agreement with the Southern California Public Power Authority (SCPPA) for up to 3 megawatt share of the Ormat Geothermal Energy Projects. This investment will provide GWP with approximately 25 gigawatt hours a year of renewable energy for resale to its customers.

A Safer Choice for Lighting from GWP

Atineh Haroutunian — Thu, 14 Apr 2005 07:00:00 GMT

On Saturday, April 16, Glendale Water & Power (GWP) will be hosting its third Free Torchiere Lamp Exchange. Customers can bring in their old energy guzzling halogen floor lamps to exchange them for a free ENERGY STAR® fluorescent model.

GWP Working to Restore Power

Ramon Abueg — Wed, 06 Apr 2005 07:00:00 GMT

With the relocation of the 200,000 pound transformer from the Tropico Substation to the Grayson Power Plant, GWP expects its system to be back to its normal state on Monday.

Glendale Water & Power Relocates Transformer to Address Power Needs

Ramon Abueg — Fri, 01 Apr 2005 07:00:00 GMT

On Sunday, April 3rd, Glendale Water and Power (GWP) workers will be moving a 25 ton transformer from its current position at the Tropico Substation to the Grayson Power Plant. This transformer will be replacing the one that failed on March 8^th. This outage was caused by a small animal climbing onto a transformer at the Grayson Power Plant, shorting the conductors and damaging the transformer.

GWP Public Benefit Program for Small Busicneses Wins State Award

Atineh Haroutunian — Tue, 08 Mar 2005 08:00:00 GMT

Glendale Water & Power (GWP) recently won the California Municipal Utilities Association Resource Efficiency Award for “Innovative and comprehensive approaches to usage of Public Benefit Funds” for its Small Business Energy Saving Upgrade Program available to small businesses in Glendale.