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LUMA breaks ground on world class training facility in Canóvanas

Canóvanas, Puerto Rico, April 8, 2021—Company executives and government officials broke ground today on the future LUMA College for Technical Training, a world class training facility being funded by LUMA parent companies ATCO and Quanta Services. 

Assessments, onboarding and workforce development are already underway at the LUMA College site, which will become fully operational in phases over the next few months to train the Puerto Rico-based technical workers who will contribute to the transformation of the island’s electric power transmission and distribution (T&D) system. The LUMA College is a value-added project from LUMA Energy, the company that will operate Puerto Rico’s T&D system for the next 15 years through a public private partnership with the Government of Puerto Rico. 

LUMA Energy presents detailed recovery and transformation plans for regulatory approval

(San Juan, Puerto Rico – February 21, 2021) – LUMA Energy, the company that will operate Puerto Rico’s electric power transmission and distribution system for the next 15 years, will file this week with the Puerto Rico Energy Bureau (PREB) the plans, budgets, metrics, and principles needed to begin its mission of transforming the island’s electric power system.

The first five Puerto Rican line technicians graduate from the LUMA College for Technical Training

(San Juan, Puerto Rico – December 15, 2020) – LUMA Energy graduated today, in a virtual ceremony, the first class of Puerto Rican line technicians who will work on the transformation of Puerto Rico’s electrical system. Watch the graduation ceremony.

LUMA Chosen to Modernize Puerto Rico’s Electricity Delivery System

On June 22, LUMA was selected to transform and operate Puerto Rico’s electric transmission and distribution system following a competitive 18-month process. Formed by ATCO and Quanta, LUMA will provide reliable and affordable energy solutions that Puerto Ricans can count on.

LUMA Parent Companies Recognized for Excellence in Canadian Transmission Project

On September 10, ATCO and Quanta Services were recognized with the 2020 International Edison Award for their work on the Fort McMurray West 500-kV Transmission Project, completed by Alberta PowerLine (APL), a partnership between LUMA’s two parent companies.

APL is recognized for creating a new model for energy infrastructure that provides long-term social and economic benefits for our customers, communities and Indigenous Peoples. The Edison Award is presented annually by the Edison Electric Institute and is the industry’s most prestigious award.

In 2014, APL was selected by the Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) to develop, design, build, finance, own, operate and maintain the Fort McMurray West 500-kV Transmission Project. Stretching 315 miles (508 kilometres) across northern Alberta, Canada, the transmission project was energized in March 2019, three months ahead of schedule, on-budget, and with an outstanding safety record.

Not only did we successfully complete one of the most significant infrastructure projects in Canada, but we did so in keeping with our values; ensuring the safety of our people, the protection of the environment, and making a positive and lasting difference for the communities along the route.

We look forward to working together to bring the same level of operational excellence, technical expertise and community engagement to transform the electricity system in Puerto Rico.

LUMA to open a state-of-the-art training campus in Puerto Rico

As part of our commitment to the people and communities of Puerto Rico, LUMA will open a world-class technical facility on the island. The campus will offer customized curriculum and hands-on training to LUMA utility workers and the next generation of Puerto Rico’s skilled workforce.

The LUMA training facility will be powered by Northwest Lineman College, who currently operates four campuses in the mainland United States. Our commitment to a high level of safety and training for the people of Puerto Rico includes our mobile training unit, which was unveiled in tandem with the introduction of LUMA.

The TransBanker is available on island as a stationary lab or mobile lab, giving companies the flexibility to train anywhere in a low-voltage environment. This lab connects companies to unparalleled safety and savings as the world’s premier transformer training lab.

PREPA Employees FAQs

It is moving to see and hear the excitement over the transformation of Puerto Rico’s electricity grid. We are pleased to receive questions and, in an effort to be transparent, we then provide answers. We want to continue open lines of communication with each of you. If you have more questions, send them to [email protected] We will work as a team and with transparency to answer all your questions.