SRP and APS report record-breaking electricity demand during July heat wave
Aug. 4, 2023
After July’s historic heat wave, both SRP and APS reported electricity demand skyrocketed, and the companies recorded the highest demand they have ever seen from customers.
Both companies say it only takes one megawatt to power 160 Arizona homes. Last month, SRP recorded 8,100 megawatts were used versus last July’s recorded 7,600 megawatts. APS had similar numbers, hitting 8,200 megawatts last month and only reaching 7,600 megawatts last year.
