Phoenix, Arizona — Last night, clean energy candidates secured a major victory in the Salt River Project (SRP) board election, despite heavy involvement from extremist, anti-clean energy organizations and restrictive, archaic voting rules. The results drew unprecedented turnout for what is usually a low-profile race, signaling SRP ratepayers’ strong demand for a clean energy future. The outcome, an 8-6 majority, positions the SRP board to support more affordable, long-term clean energy solutions. In response, Sierra Club Grand Canyon Chapter Director Sandy Bahr issued the following statement: “SRP continues to invest heavily in fossil gas operations and obstruct changes to its elections, going against the interests of its customers. This election is a wake up call: communities want a voice and they want to see more clean renewable energy in SRP’s plans. With the Arizona Corporation Commission’s election in November, we hope to see this momentum continue.” About the Sierra Club The Sierra Club is America’s largest and most influential grassroots environmental organization, with millions of members and supporters. In addition to protecting every person’s right to get outdoors and access the healing power of nature, the Sierra Club works to promote clean energy, safeguard the health of our communities, protect wildlife, and preserve our remaining wild places through grassroots activism, public education, lobbying, and legal action. For more information, visit www.sierraclub.org.