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FirstEnergy to announce first quarter results and host conference call in April

FirstEnergy Corp. has announced plans to release its first-quarter financial results for 2025.


Duke Energy advises preparedness as storms threaten Indiana region

Duke Energy is closely watching weather forecasts as severe weather is expected to hit its service areas in Indiana today.


Harry Sideris becomes CEO of Duke Energy, joining the board of directors

Duke Energy announced that Harry Sideris has taken on the role of chief executive officer and joined the company's board of directors.


Duke Energy urges public to dial 811 before digging projects for safety

In recognition of National Safe Digging Month this April, Duke Energy and its subsidiary Piedmont Natural Gas are stressing the need to contact 811 before initiating any digging projects.


Duke Energy's Oconee Nuclear Station gets 20-year license extension approval

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has approved an extension of the operating licenses for Oconee Nuclear Station, a key facility operated by Duke Energy in Seneca, South Carolina.


Duke Energy pledges $1,000 to fund each time Tampa Bay Rays win a game

Duke Energy, alongside its foundation, announced on the Tampa Bay Rays' Opening Day, a financial initiative to support Florida customers during the 2025 baseball season.


Duke Energy Florida donates $75,000 to Habitat for Humanity affiliates

Duke Energy Florida and its foundation have announced a donation of $75,000 to Habitat for Humanity organizations in the state.


Duke Energy offers free home energy makeovers for West Terre Haute residents

Approximately 1,000 Duke Energy customers in West Terre Haute, Indiana, are set to benefit from a free home energy makeover provided by the company.


AEP Ohio advises on safe tree planting near power lines

As spring begins, AEP Ohio is urging customers to plan carefully before planting trees near power lines.


Ohio's Electric Cooperatives announce winners of 2025 scholarship competitions

Ohio’s Electric Cooperatives have announced the winners of the 2025 Louise Freeland and Ohio Line Supervisors Association (OLSA) scholarship competitions.


Duke Energy invests $600K in NC community colleges for workforce development

Duke Energy Foundation has announced a $600,000 investment in North Carolina's community colleges to support workforce development.


FirstEnergy improves power system reliability with cable replacement in Cranberry Township

FirstEnergy Pennsylvania Electric Company (FE PA), operating as Penn Power, is undertaking a project to replace underground cables and associated equipment in a residential neighborhood of Butler County.


Duke Energy allocates $500K for South Carolina disaster preparedness grants

South Carolina agencies and nonprofits are invited to apply for grants up to $20,000 from the Duke Energy Foundation's 2025 Helping Emergency Response Organizations (HERO) Grant Program.


Duke Energy Florida lineworkers win top honors at state rodeo

Duke Energy Florida lineworkers excelled at the 2025 Florida Lineman’s Rodeo, securing top awards and a chance to compete in the International Lineman’s Rodeo this fall.


Duke Energy launches new programs for electric vehicle incentives in Florida

Duke Energy Florida has introduced three new programs aimed at providing residential and business customers with more options related to electric vehicles (EVs).


Duke Energy awards grants to tackle affordable child care issues in Indiana

Duke Energy Foundation and the Indiana Economic Development Association Foundation are jointly providing $150,000 in grants to four organizations in Indiana.


Duke Energy seeks public input on recreation at Catawba-Wateree lakes

Duke Energy has initiated a Recreation Use and Needs Study along the Catawba-Wateree River basin, where it operates 11 lakes.


FirstEnergy continues storm recovery efforts after severe weather causes widespread outages

Power has been restored to nearly 261,000 of the approximately 311,000 FirstEnergy Corp. customers who experienced outages following severe storms that impacted the company's service area on Sunday.


Natural Gas Utility Workers' Day highlights contributions of energy employees

Duke Energy and Piedmont Natural Gas are recognizing the efforts of natural gas employees on March 18, 2025, marking the 10th annual Natural Gas Utility Workers’ Day.


Duke Energy promotes program rewarding customers for reducing electricity use during high demand

Duke Energy Florida is drawing attention to its EnergyWise Home program as summer approaches, offering customers the opportunity to earn up to $141 in annual bill credits.