On Episode 52 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're joined by President and CEO of the National Hydropower Association, Malcolm Woolf, to discuss the state of hydropower.

Hydropower is one of the oldest ways to generate electricity—and was how TID originally entered the retail electricity business more than 100 years ago. And still today, not only at TID—but across the nation—hydropower provides clean and reliable power generation to millions. 

On this episode we discuss NHA’s work in advocating for hydropower, the current opportunities and challenges the industry is facing, and what the future has in store for hydropower.

Celebrate National Hydropower Day with us on August 24! 

Read about the "Electric Biscuit" story mentioned in the episode here: https://www.foodnetwork.com/fn-dish/news/2020/03/triscuit-twitter-thread

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On Episode 51 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're joined by TID Civil Engineering Department Manager, Phil Govea, to discuss the modernization of our irrigation system. 

TID’s irrigation system was built in the late-1890s and operates in much the same way as it was originally designed—flowing by gravity from La Grange Dam to and throughout our service territory. 

TID cares for our 130 year-old system through rigorous annual maintenance. However, regulatory mandates, more frequent extreme weather events, and changing customer expectations, requires that the District continue to update and modernize the irrigation system to meet today’s needs and to be ready for the future.

On this episode we discuss how TID’s irrigation system works, what improvements have been made to the system over the years, and the long term plans for the system.

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It's the 50th episode of the TID Water & Power Podcast!!

On this special episode of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're interviewing the TID Board of Directors. 

As a community-owned utility, TID is governed by a five-member, locally elected Board of Directors. These boardmembers set District policy and rules, set the budget, and act as the representatives for our customer-owners – the ratepayers and growers in the community we serve.

On this episode we're joined by Directors Michael Frantz, David Yonan, Joe Alamo, Becky Hackler Arellano, and Ron Macedo – the five members of the TID Board of Directors. 

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On Episode 47 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're joined by Northwest Public Power Association CEO and Executive Director, Kurt Miller, to discuss public power.  

Much like the region TID serves, the communities served by community-owned utilities rely on lower rates, reliable service, and continued investment in their community. And these utilities – especially across the west – face more and more challenges to provide reliable and affordable service. 

However, organizations like the NWPPA are working hard to advocate for these public power utilities and their communities. 

On this episode we discuss the importance and value of public power and how NWPPA is advocating for its members.

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On Episode 48 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're joined by TID Lineman, Josh Klikna, and Apprentice Lineman, Will Malone, to discuss the lineworkers rodeo competition.

Every year, hundreds of lineworkers and apprentices from around the country come together to compete in the American Public Power Association’s Lineworkers Rodeo. But there’s no roping, bull riding, or barrel racing at this rodeo – instead the competitors are climbing poles, replacing equipment, and even doing mock rescues – all for some friendly competition (and a whole lot of bragging rights).

On this episode we to discuss the lineworkers rodeo competition, how the rodeo relates to the work they do everyday, and their experience at the recent APPA Rodeo. 

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On Episode 47 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're joined by TID's Director of External Affairs, Josh Weimer, to receive a legislative update. 

Every year—and every election—new legislation and legislators can bring sweeping changes that impact Turlock Irrigation District’s operations. Tracking these changes and advocating on the District’s behalf is vital in protecting our facilities, resources, and ratepayers.

On this episode we to discuss the state and federal legislative processes, what core issues TID’s monitoring, and how the District advocates in our customers’ best interest.

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On Episode 46 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're joined by TID's Chief Hydrologist, Olivia Cramer, to discuss the current water year.

From water available for irrigation to hydropower generation to flood control, TID is acutely aware of, and extremely dependent on, the hydrology of our watershed and local area. We’ve also lived through enough of the extremes – from drought to flooding - in just the last ten years even – to know that a normal water year is rarely the norm. 

Thankfully, TID has a hardworking Hydrology team, constantly modeling the often erratic behavior of our weather system, to help us sort it all out. 

On this episode we to discuss the current water year, potential outcomes over the next few months, and how those outcomes may affect the irrigation season and TID operations. 

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On Episode 45 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're joined by TID Energy Efficiency Analysts, Erica Salado and Lynna Jeffries, to discuss TID’s energy rebates and programs .

From new rebates to increased incentives, and everything in between, TID’s Energy Services develops programs to assist customers as they make energy efficiency improvements to their homes. And, as we ring in a new year, the energy programs available to District customers are getting even better. 

On this episode we discuss the role of Energy Services, the changes to existing programs, and what new programs are being introduced this year. 

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On Episode 44 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're joined by TID General Manager, Brad Koehn, to back at 2024 and look ahead at what's to come in 2025.

2024 was a big year for the District! Between project milestones and leadership changes, there are many accomplishments and significant changes to look back on. But, as we turn the page on another year, we can already see that 2025 will bring lots of exciting new initiatives and significant long term planning. 

On this episode we discuss the important projects that defined 2024, the biggest challenges for the District, and a look ahead at the innovative projects and plans on the horizon.

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On Episode 43 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're joined by TID Chief Financial Officer and Assistant General Manager, Financial Services, Brian Stubbert, to discuss all things rates.

TID works hard to provide some of the lowest electric and irrigation water rates in the region and the state – all while maintaining reliability. As such, TID customers have not experienced a rate increase for 10 years. However, with increased costs to provide reliable service and meet various mandates imposed by the state, TID is considering a rate increase for the first time since 2015.

On this episode we discuss the key factors driving the proposed rate increased, the structure of TID rates, and the impacts of the proposed change. 

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