Salt River Project (SRP) is planning the expansion of the existing Kyrene Generation Station by adding an additional 250 megawatts (MW) of gas-fueled generation to the current site. SRP retained EPG to assist in the planning process and preparation of the application for a CEC from the State Siting Committee and ACC.

The planning process for the Kyrene Expansion Project focused on potential site mitigation enhancements for the existing plant site and adjacent areas for the proposed 825 MW power plant. EPG conducted land use, recreation, visual, and biological resource studies. We also created and facilitated a community working group composed of representatives from the town of Tempe, school districts, economic development organizations, businesses, and local residents. We prepared materials and presented study results at several open houses. We also prepared a variety of mitigation alternatives and developed design concepts for enhancing the area adjacent to the plant site. Our approach was developed in response to issues raised by the community working group and local community. Additionally, our efforts included the preparation of several visual simulations illustrating potential views of the facility.

EPG provided expert testimony before the State Siting Committee regarding the environmental studies we conducted, proposed mitigation and enhancement treatments, and the community working group process. The project received Committee and ACC approval.