Greater Houston Resiliency Initiative Phase Two Update: CenterPoint Energy completes 100% of all critical resiliency actions early and ahead of 2025 hurricane season

Core Insights - CenterPoint Energy has completed all key actions of the Greater Houston Resiliency Initiative (GHRI) Phase Two ahead of the 2025 hurricane season, demonstrating a commitment to enhancing energy infrastructure reliability [1][2][3] Group 1: GHRI Phase Two Achievements - Over the last 10 months, the company installed more than 26,000 stronger, storm-resilient poles and undergrounded over 400 miles of power lines [1][6] - The addition of 5,150 automation devices and the clearing of more than 6,000 miles of higher-risk vegetation are significant steps taken to improve grid resiliency [1][6] - The installation of 100 weather monitoring stations enhances situational awareness and storm preparation in the Greater Houston area [1][6] Group 2: Impact on Reliability - These resiliency actions are expected to reduce outages for customers by more than 125 million minutes annually [1][2] - The proactive measures taken by the company strengthen its ability to deliver reliable service to the Houston and Gulf Coast regions [4] Group 3: Future Plans - CenterPoint Energy plans to announce an updated approach for GHRI for the remainder of 2025 and beyond in early June [4][5] - The company emphasizes that it will continue to work on further improvements throughout the summer and the rest of the year [4]