FirstEnergy Recognized by Ethisphere® for Outstanding Ethics and Compliance Program and Practices and Leadership

Core Insights - FirstEnergy Corp. has received the Compliance Leader Verification for 2025-2026 from Ethisphere, indicating a strong commitment to ethics and compliance in its corporate culture and practices [1][4] - Antonio Fernández, Vice President and Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer of FirstEnergy, has been awarded the 2025 Business Ethics Leadership Alliance Beacon Award for his leadership in fostering ethical practices [2][4] Company Achievements - The Compliance Leader Verification reflects that FirstEnergy's ethics and compliance program meets or exceeds best practice standards, evaluated through a rigorous review process [1][5] - FirstEnergy's performance was assessed across six key areas: program resources and structure, perceptions of ethical culture, written standards, training and communication, risk assessment, monitoring and auditing, and enforcement, discipline, and incentives [5] Leadership and Culture - Under Antonio Fernández's leadership, FirstEnergy has transformed its ethics and compliance program to prioritize integrity and accountability, enhancing customer and stakeholder experiences [3][4] - The company has established a culture where integrity drives innovation and performance excellence, aligning with its goal of becoming a premier electric company [3]