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AES Ohio offers customers tips to reduce energy use during this week’s heat advisory

AES Ohio is monitoring weather conditions and prepared to meet the increased demand this week as a heat advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service through Thursday. The highest temperatures are forecasted on Wednesday and Thursday with the Miami Valley heat indices approaching triple digits.

Ken Zagzebski named SVP of AES and President and CEO of AES Ohio

The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES) has named Ken Zagzebski SVP of AES, President and CEO of AES Ohio and Chairman of the Boards. Ahmed Pasha, who recently served as acting President and CEO will continue as the US Utilities CFO.

PUCO approves settlement for AES Ohio’s Electric Security Plan to improve reliability and meet customer needs

AES Ohio, a subsidiary of The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES) received approval from The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) for the Company's Electric Security Plan (ESP) settlement, a three-year comprehensive plan to invest in and upgrade its network, strengthen service reliability, provide greater safeguards for price stability and continue investments in local economic development.

EEI announces AES Ohio as Emergency Response Award recipient

AES Ohio, a subsidiary of The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), was announced as an Edison Electric Institute (EEI) Emergency Response Award recipient. Presented to EEI member companies twice a year, the Emergency Response Awards recognize recovery and assistance efforts of electric companies following service disruptions caused by extreme weather or other natural events.

AES and LineVision Partner on Grid Enhancing Technologies Study

The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES) and LineVision, Inc., today announced the launch of a joint project to assess how Grid Enhancing Technologies (GETs) may increase transmission capacity on the existing power grid. Through this pilot, the companies will gather data using Dynamic Line Ratings (DLR) to evaluate how LineVision can optimally integrate power from renewable energy sources.

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AES Ohio Releases 2022 Community Impact Report

AES Ohio, a subsidiary of The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), released its 2022 Community Impact Report today, detailing more than $2.4 million in investments into the Miami Valley with a focus on economic development and the arts, poverty reduction, workforce development and diversity, equity and inclusion. The $2.4 million was distributed to 72 nonprofit organizations.

AES Ohio recognizes National Lineman Appreciation Day: April 18

National Lineman Appreciation Day is celebrated each year on April 18 and honors the hard work, innovation and dedication of America's electrical lineworkers. AES Ohio joins the celebration in honor of the hard-working men and women who work in challenging conditions year-round to keep the lights on for customers in the Miami Valley.

AES Ohio files settlement of its Electric Security Plan

AES Ohio has filed a settlement of its Electric Security Plan (ESP) with the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO). If approved, this settlement would allow AES Ohio to implement a plan to invest in its network and strengthen reliability, protect customers from volatility in market-based energy prices, and promote economic growth and job creation. The settlement, signed by seventeen parties and PUCO’s staff, received broad support from residential, commercial, industrial and low-income customers as well as suppliers and market participants.

AES Ohio recognizes Earth Month with safety messages, tree safety campaign and tips to support sustainability

April is Earth Month, a time to increase environmental awareness and encourage adoption of environmentally friendly, energy-efficient practices. To celebrate Earth Month, AES Ohio, a subsidiary of The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), is promoting new initiatives, partnerships and events that further the company’s message of safety first and its sustainability goals of powering efforts to support green customer options.

AES Ohio partners with the University of Dayton Arena again to power championship practices and games with renewable energy

AES Ohio, a subsidiary of The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), announced today it will help ensure all practices and games for the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball First Four® are powered by renewable energy. AES Ohio will purchase renewable energy credits (RECs) and apply them toward incremental energy usage at the University of Dayton Arena facilities for pre-game events, practices and First Four games.

The AES Ohio Foundation awards grants totaling more than $1.3 million to local non-profits

The AES Ohio Foundation added to its long tradition of funding community needs by announcing $1.3 million in awards for forty-seven projects targeting poverty reduction, the arts, and workforce development.

EEI announces AES Ohio as Emergency Recovery Award recipient

Today, AES Ohio, a subsidiary of The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), was announced as an Edison Electric Institute (EEI) Emergency Recovery Award recipient. Presented to EEI member companies twice a year, the Emergency Response Awards recognize recovery and assistance efforts of electric companies following service disruptions caused by extreme weather or other natural events. The winners were chosen by a panel of judges following an international nomination process, and the awards were presented during EEI’s winter Board of Directors and CEO meeting.

With demand peaking, AES Ohio encourages conservation

Today the PJM Interconnect, the electricity grid operator for 65 million people in 13 states and the District of Columbia, has requested its member utilities, including AES Ohio, for voluntary energy conservation. The call for conservation was prompted by pressure from high demand due to the winter weather brought on by near-zero temperatures.

AES Ohio is asking its customers to voluntarily reduce their use of electricity now through 10:00 AM on December 25, 2022.

PUCO approves AES Ohio distribution rate case

Today, the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) issued its order regarding the AES Ohio distribution rate case for long-term reliability investments made across the 24-county service territory. AES Ohio is a subsidiary of The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES).

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AES Ohio joins nationwide effort to educate customers on utility scams

AES Ohio, a subsidiary of The AES Corporation (NYSE:AES), Edison Electric Institute (EEI) and Utilities United Against Scams (UUAS) are proud to support the seventh annual Utility Scam Awareness Day. The advocacy campaign launches today and highlights more than 140 electric, water and natural gas utilities and their trade associations to raise awareness of common utility scams. Additionally, with the holiday season we encourage customers to be extra cautious to protect themselves against scams.

AES Ohio’s Gift of Power assists customers struggling with winter heating bills

AES Ohio launched the eighth annual Gift of Power program to help assist customers who are struggling to pay their winter heating bills. Since 2015, the program has distributed $1.2 million in financial relief to more than 3,000 local families.

AES Ohio to host Day in the Park with Five Rivers MetroParks

Partnering with Five Rivers MetroParks, AES Ohio Day in the Parks marks its second year as a new tradition for our people to help our community revitalize the parks that we enjoy year-round throughout the Dayton region.

AES Ohio kicks off National Energy Awareness Month with tips to save energy and money

Each October, AES Ohio, a subsidiary of The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), recognizes National Energy Awareness Month to raise the importance of sustainability, promote energy efficiency tips for customers and acknowledge the critical role energy plays in our daily lives. AES Ohio wants to help you save energy and money by educating you on how your home uses energy. These energy efficiency tips and resources are just a few ways we can accelerate the future of energy, together.

AES Ohio files Electric Security Plan to improve reliability, customer price protection and future economic growth

Today, AES Ohio filed its latest Electric Security Plan (ESP) with the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO). The company's ESP is a comprehensive plan to enhance and upgrade its network and improve service reliability, provide greater safeguards for price stability and continue investments in local economic development.

AES Ohio announces the 2022 AES Energy Innovation Challenge

The AES Corporation (AES), a Fortune 500 global energy company, is excited to announce the 2022 AES Energy Innovation Challenge. The Challenge is a competition that brings together teams of students from diverse backgrounds to create and present a solution to a relevant problem the energy industry is facing. Not only are we looking to challenge aspiring energy professionals, but we are also interested in exploring undiscovered solutions. Team application deadline is September 23, 2022.

AES Ohio reminds customers to call 811 before you dig

AES Ohio, a subsidiary of The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), reminds customers on National 811 Day to call 811 before you dig to help prevent injuries, property damage and utility outages. Whether you are a “do-it-yourself” homeowner or a contracted professional, before beginning late summer landscaping or home improvement project, call 811 at least two full business days ahead of your scheduled start.

AES Ohio leaders step into new and expanded roles to focus on new solutions and communications for customers

Today, AES Ohio, a subsidiary of The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), announced the strategic shift of two leaders who are transitioning into new and expanded roles to serve the customer and communications teams.

AES Ohio joins EPRI Climate READi initiative to address power system resilience and adaptation

Today, AES Ohio, a subsidiary of The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), announced it joined Climate READi, a three-year initiative launched by the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) to address energy system climate resilience and adaptation as extreme weather events continue to increase.