Looking for research and development projects made possible through DEED grants and scholarships? Check out the DEED Project Database.
Trying to find information about specific public power utilities? If you are member, check out the Public Power Directory.
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December 18, 2024
A series of explanatory videos and webinar recordings showing how to use the PowerTRX Safety service.
October 28, 2025
Please download and complete this Excel spreadsheet template that includes all the information that is required for each user on the PowerTRX Reliability platform. Once completed, please send the form to ESAMS_Mail@hgwllc.com . Each employee identified on the spreadsheet will receive login details
October 29, 2025
Nominate Utilities & Leaders for Public Power’s Highest Honors The American Public Power Association recognizes excellence in electric utility operations and leadership with the most sought-after awards and honors in the industry. APPA's utility services awards recognize outstanding business
November 13, 2025
Are you committed to raising awareness of public power? Are you doing exceptional work in telling the story of public power in your community? Do your communications have a significant impact? Tell us about it! Share your best communications through the American Public Power Association’s Excellence
May 25, 2017
At the discretion of APPA's Board of Directors, DEED Board Members make advisory decisions on DEED grant and scholarship applications, oversees the governance of the program, and helps shape research and development within public power. DEED Board Members also help utility representatives within
September 13, 2017
U.S. Federal Power Program Issue Brief (PDF) Summary The American Public Power Association (APPA) strongly opposes proposals to divest the transmission assets of the Power Marketing Administrations (PMAs) and to change their cost-based rate structure to a market-based rate structure. APPA supports
May 12, 2017
Nuclear Power Issue Brief (PDF) Summary The American Public Power Association (APPA) supports the continued use of nuclear power, a key source of baseload, emissions-free electricity. APPA supports the construction of a consolidated interim storage facility in a willing host community and the
May 12, 2017
Hydropower Issue Brief (PDF) Summary Hydropower is a reliable, low-cost, non-emitting domestic source of electricity critical to the stability of the electric grid. The country cannot afford to lose existing hydropower capacity without impacting reliability and making it more difficult to achieve
May 12, 2017
Learner Resources Below are some details on APPA accreditations and event policies to provide learners with information and resources. Contact APPA’s Education Team at Academy@PublicPower.org with questions. Accreditation Bodies Many APPA Academy programs qualify for continuing education credits
July 20, 2017