Lower Valley Energy installing natural gas pipeline into Star Valley
In an exclusive interview, Jim Webb, CEO of Lower Valley Energy, discussed the ambitious new natural gas pipeline project that will stretch from Montpelier to Afton. Aiming to enhance reliability and access to natural gas, this endeavor represents a significant…
SVI Radio Interview: Jon Hougland, Lower Valley Energy
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Electric rates increasing, natural gas decreasing
Customers and owners will notice a rate change in both electricity and natural gas provided by Lower Valley Energy. The cooperative has announced an increase in electricity rates and a decrease in natural gas rates. “After months of analysis…
Webb retiring, Lower Valley Energy searches for next CEO
Applications are open for the next President and CEO of Lower Valley Energy following the announcement that current CEO Jim Webb is retiring. “The Board of Directors of Lower Valley Energy in Afton, WY seeks a strategic, innovative, and…
Devin Simpson Appointed to Fred Brog’s Open District 2 LVE Board Seat
The following is a press release from Lower Valley Energy. More details will be provided in the August 20 edition of the Star Valley Independent. The Lower Valley Energy Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Devin…
Red Flag warnings put Lower Valley Energy on high alert
Continued hot weather during the peak of the dry summer season has resulted in Red Flag warnings through weather notifications. This can impact the behavior of a local energy coop like Lower Valley Energy (LVE). A Red Flag warning…
Lower Valley Energy accepting board applications
Lower Valley Energy is currently accepting applications for those interested in representing District 2 on the cooperative’s Board of Trustees. Interested applicants should submit a letter of intent to Julia Shumway at jshumway@lvenergy.com by August 10. The Board will interview…
SVI Radio Interview: Jim Webb, Lower Valley Energy CEO
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Local youth attend ICUA Rally
Lower Valley Energy sponsored five youth from the Star Valley community in attending the Idaho Consumer-Owned Utilities Association Youth Rally July 7-11 at Northwest Nazarene University in Nampa, Idaho, where they gleaned leadership education, utility industry exposure and scholarship funding….
Lower Valley Energy releases statement following passing of Fred Brog
Lower Valley Energy has released the below statement following the passing of long-time board member Fred Brog due to complications from a previously undetected advanced form of Lymphoma Cancer. Brog passed away surrounded by family on Sunday, July 20. Funeral…