Business View Magazine | November 2020

237 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE NOVEMBER 2020 GLENDALE , AR I ZONA Sustainable Solutions and Site Selection Site selection experts know that the best locations in which to establish or expand a business are those that demonstrate an unwavering commitment to sustainability. The varied human, social, economic and environmental factors of a prospective market reveal much about its long-term potential. Tempe-based Salt River Project (SRP), a not-for-profit utility company, has been a dedicated community partner and key driver of development in the Greater Phoenix area for more than a century. SRP provides power to more than one million customers across 15 cities, delivers nearly one million acre- feet of water to the region each year, and maintains 1,800 route miles of dark fiber. All of this is done with a focus on ensuring the continued viability of the Greater Phoenix area. Availability of resources is paramount to a company’s performance, productivity and profitability. Therefore, it’s a critical factor in site selection. SRP and state leaders have proven proactive in creating cutting-edge, responsible water policies and practices that support economic development. Further, SRP’s renewable energy sources, including wind, geothermal, large and low-impact hydro, landfill gas, and solar options, are instrumental in lowering the carbon footprint and environmental impact of companies across the Valley. “Beyond being a major part of regional water management, SRP also is a leader in reducing carbon emissions, leveraging electric vehicle capabilities, reducing waste, protecting native habitats, and more,” said Kelly Barr, SRP’s Associate General Manager, Chief Strategy, Corporate Services and Sustainability Executive. By embracing a shared responsibility to build a reliable, sustainable energy future, SRP is helping to solidify Greater Phoenix as one of the country’s most prominent capital investment markets. ...... For more information, please visit our website www.powertogrowpx.com Courtsey of City of Glendale Courtesy of Baxter Imaging LLC. Courtsey of Emily Piraino Photography