Arizonans for Responsible Growth Applauds Transwestern’s Desert Southwest Interstate Pipeline Project that will Power Arizona’s Future

Coalition of Business and Industry Leaders Hail Major Natural Gas Infrastructure Expansion as a Huge Win for Arizona’s Energy Security and Overall Prosperity

PHOENIX, Ariz. — Arizonans for Responsible Growth, a coalition representing pro-growth business and community leaders, today emphatically welcomed the announcement of Transwestern Pipeline Company’s (Transwestern) new Desert Southwest natural gas pipeline project. This major infrastructure investment will deliver critical natural gas resources from West Texas to Arizona, supporting our unprecedented growth and powering the state’s opportunity into the future.

“We applaud Transwestern and our state’s utilities for their vision and commitment in securing Arizona’s energy future,” said Jimmy Lindblom, Chairman, Arizonans for Responsible Growth and Vice President, Economic Development and Infrastructure at Willmeng Construction. “This project represents a foundational step in ensuring the reliable, affordable, and resilient energy system our communities and businesses need to thrive.”

The Arizona development community is proud of the role it has played in helping turn our state’s open land into thriving communities that foster innovation and support quality of life for families. Our success was no accident, but the culmination of strong leadership, good policy and sound investments in energy and water infrastructure that make life in Arizona possible.

With Arizona’s current pipelines nearly 100% subscribed, Transwestern’s strategic investment in the Desert Southwest Pipeline will provide the state with a critical new source of natural gas capacity to support the reliability and affordability of our energy system and help utilities meet increasing demand.

“A reliable energy system directly supports Arizona’s ongoing construction boom, enables new commercial and residential projects, and strengthens the state’s competitive business advantage, said Justin Naylor, CEO, VW Connect. With more energy available for AI, manufacturing, housing, and small businesses, the Desert Southwest Pipeline project will position the state for success for decades to come.”

“This pipeline is not only an investment in our energy infrastructure, but in the future of Arizona’s families, workers, and businesses,” stated David Allred, President, Douglas Allred Company. “We thank Transwestern, Arizona Public Service, Salt River Project, Tucson Electric Power, the City of Mesa and all involved partners for their leadership and determination in advancing this vital project.”

“As Arizona continues to attract world-class companies and expand its innovation ecosystem, infrastructure like this pipeline becomes indispensable,” remarked Adam Baugh, Partner, Withey Morris Baugh PLC. “This project demonstrates that Arizona is ready for the next chapter of growth and opportunity.”

“Reliable electricity and natural gas are key components to successful development projects,” commented Alex Boles, Managing Director, ViaWest Group. “Transwestern’s partnership with Arizona’s utilities to expand our pipeline infrastructure is exactly the kind of forward-thinking investment that will help our state meet soaring energy demand and keep our economy competitive.”