The Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Station in Arizona’s western Maricopa County is an integral part of the county and state economy. The plant provides jobs and makes purchases that stimulate the local economy directly and indirectly. Additional benefits to the area include higher tax revenue, increased labor income and significant charitable contributions to the local community. In addition, there are important intangible benefits, such as clean air, environmental stewardship and stable, affordable electricity prices. According to this study by the Nuclear Energy Institute, Palo Verde’s economic impact reaches beyond the local community to the state and nation.