READING, Pa., Aug. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A major reliability project is underway in Adams County, Pennsylvania, to deliver stronger, more resilient electric service to nearly 2,300 residents and businesses, including Hanover Hospital, Alpha Fire Company and WellSpan Health. A major reliability project is underway in Adams County, Pennsylvania, to deliver stronger, more resilient electric service to nearly 2,300 residents and businesses. A major reliability project is underway in Adams County, Pennsylvani ...

Core Insights - FirstEnergy Pennsylvania Electric Company (FE PA), operating as West Penn Power, has completed significant upgrades to its power grid, enhancing reliability and resilience for approximately 2,300 customers in Unity and Hempfield townships [1][2][4]. Investment and Infrastructure - The upgrades are part of a $368 million investment under the Long Term Infrastructure Improvement Plan (LTIIP) III, aimed at improving electric system reliability in West Penn Power's service area [7]. - This initiative is part of FirstEnergy's broader $28 billion investment program, Energize365, which focuses on modernizing the electric grid from 2025 to 2029 [7]. Technical Enhancements - A one-mile section of the grid has been upgraded with larger wires, new utility poles, crossarms, and transformers, which will help reduce outages and support local growth [3][9]. - The project also includes tree trimming to minimize outage risks and the installation of a manual switch to facilitate quicker repairs [9]. Community Impact - Residents in several housing developments, including Jamell Acres and Timbercrest, will benefit from the upgrades, which also support around 1,500 customers in the West Point and Eastgate areas of Hempfield Township [4][8].

Key Takeaways MDU Resources raised its quarterly dividend to 14 cents per share, payable Oct. 1, 2025.The increase boosts the annualized dividend to 56 cents, with a yield of 3.16%.MDU has delivered uninterrupted dividends for 87 years, underscoring its reliability.MDU Resources (MDU) announced that its board of directors has approved a 7.7% increase in its quarterly dividend rate. The new dividend rate will be 14 cents per share (compared with the previous quarter’s 13 cents), payable on Oct. 1, 2025, to s ...

Core Viewpoint - August 11 is recognized as National Safe Digging Day, emphasizing the importance of calling 811 before any excavation to prevent damage to underground utility lines [1][10]. Group 1: Importance of Calling 811 - The initiative encourages contractors, homeowners, and business owners to call 811 at least three business days prior to any digging project [3][5]. - Local utilities will mark underground lines with stakes, flags, or paint to prevent accidental damage [3][5]. Group 2: Damage Statistics - Duke Energy reported over 5,000 damages to underground electric and natural gas lines from January to June 2025 across its service territories [11]. - Specifically, there were about 290 damages to underground natural gas facilities and 89 damages to the underground electric network in Ohio and Kentucky [11]. - In 2024, Duke Energy recorded more than 8,870 damages to natural gas and electric lines [11]. Group 3: Company Overview - Duke Energy Ohio/Kentucky serves 920,000 customers in a 3,000-square-mile area for electric service and 560,000 customers for natural gas in Ohio and Kentucky [7]. - Duke Energy, a Fortune 150 company, serves 8.6 million customers across multiple states and has a total energy capacity of 55,100 megawatts [8].

Financial Performance - Consolidated Edison reported a net income of $246 million or $0.68 per share for Q2 2025, an increase from $202 million or $0.58 per share in Q2 2024 [1] - For the first half of 2025, net income reached $1,038 million or $2.93 per share, compared to $922 million or $2.67 per share in the same period of 2024 [2] - Adjusted earnings for Q2 2025 were $240 million or $0.67 per share, up from $203 million or $0.59 per share in Q2 2024 [1] - Adjusted earnings for the first six months of 2025 were $1,032 million or $2.91 per share, compared to $945 million or $2.73 per share in the first half of 2024 [2] Strategic Initiatives - The company is focused on disciplined investments in infrastructure to enhance reliability and resilience against extreme weather [3] - Con Edison secured approval to invest $440 million in five key projects aimed at advancing building and transportation electrification, indicating strong regulatory support [3] - The company reaffirmed its adjusted earnings per share guidance for 2025 to be in the range of $5.50 to $5.70 [3] Project Developments - Major transmission projects in Brooklyn and Staten Island have been completed, contributing to long-term reliability for customers [3] - The company continues to execute complex energy projects that benefit both customers and shareholders [3] Regulatory Environment - The company benefits from regulatory support for its strategy and the state's clean energy goals, as evidenced by the approval of significant investments [3]

August 7, 2025 NYSE: AWR Financial Results Call Presentation Second Quarter 2025 Today's Presenters Robert J. Sprowls President & CEO Eva G. Tang SVP – Finance & CFO 2 Forward-Looking Statement This presentation contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements can often be identified by words such as "anticipate," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "may," "should" and similar phrases and expressions, and variations or neg ...

Group 1 - Consolidated Edison, Inc. announced the election of Brendan Cavanagh to its Board of Directors, effective October 1, 2025 [1] - Brendan Cavanagh is currently the President and CEO of SBA Communications Corporation, a real estate investment trust focused on wireless communications infrastructure [1] - Cavanagh has extensive financial expertise and has overseen significant asset expansion at SBA since becoming CEO in January 2024 [1] Group 2 - Consolidated Edison, Inc. operates through subsidiaries that provide a variety of energy-related products and services, including electric, gas, and steam services [2] - The main subsidiaries include Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (CECONY), Orange and Rockland Utilities, Inc. (O&R), and Con Edison Transmission, Inc. [2] - CECONY serves New York City and parts of Westchester County, while O&R operates in a 1,300-square-mile area in southeastern New York State and northern New Jersey [2]

Core Insights - Avista Corp. reported a net income of $14 million for Q2 2025, a decrease from $23 million in Q2 2024, and year-to-date net income of $93 million, slightly down from $94 million in the same period last year [1][2][3] - Earnings per diluted share for Q2 2025 were $0.17, down from $0.29 in Q2 2024, while year-to-date earnings per diluted share were $1.15, compared to $1.20 in 2024 [1][2][3] - The company expressed disappointment over lower valuations in its investment portfolio, particularly in clean technology, due to shifting public policy and sentiment [1] Financial Performance - Avista Utilities contributed $23 million to net income in Q2 2025, down from $24 million in Q2 2024, and $101 million year-to-date, up from $91 million [1][2] - AEL&P's net income remained stable at $1 million for both Q2 2025 and Q2 2024, but year-to-date income decreased from $5 million in 2024 to $4 million in 2025 [1][2] - The other non-reportable segment incurred a loss of $10 million in Q2 2025, compared to a loss of $2 million in Q2 2024, and a loss of $12 million year-to-date, up from $2 million in 2024 [1][2] Revenue and Margins - Electric utility margin increased by $14 million in Q2 2025, attributed to general rate cases, customer growth, and non-decoupled load growth [4] - Natural gas utility margin rose by $5 million in Q2 2025, also due to general rate cases and customer growth [4] - Other operating expenses increased by $11 million in Q2 2025, driven by higher employee salaries, benefits, and thermal generation costs [5] Capital Expenditures and Investments - Avista Utilities' capital expenditures for the first half of 2025 were $236 million, with expectations of approximately $525 million for the full year [11][12] - AEL&P's capital expenditures were $10 million in the first half of 2025, with a projected total of $21 million for the year [12] - The company plans to invest $5 million in non-regulated investment opportunities and economic development projects in 2025 [13] Guidance and Outlook - Avista Corp. confirmed its 2025 consolidated earnings guidance in the range of $2.52 to $2.72 per diluted share, expecting to be at the low end due to losses in other businesses [14] - Avista Utilities is projected to contribute earnings between $2.43 and $2.61 per diluted share, supported by strong performance and regulatory outcomes [15] - AEL&P is expected to contribute earnings in the range of $0.09 to $0.11 per diluted share in 2025 [16]

Core Insights - NextEra Energy, Inc. (NEE) has established a strong position in Florida's utility market through its subsidiary Florida Power & Light Company (FPL), supported by long-term franchise agreements with municipalities that provide exclusive electric service rights [1][2][3] Group 1: Franchise Agreements - FPL holds 226 franchise agreements with municipalities and counties in Florida, which are set to expire at various dates up to 2054, covering the majority of its retail customers [2] - These agreements create a legal framework that allows FPL to access public rights-of-way in exchange for franchise fees, incentivizing municipalities to renew them for mutual benefits [2][3] - The long-term nature of these contracts provides NextEra with a regulatory moat, reducing competition from alternative power providers [3][5] Group 2: Infrastructure and Growth - NextEra leverages its municipal relationships to modernize infrastructure, including grid upgrades and clean energy initiatives, aligning with state and federal decarbonization goals [4][5] - The franchise agreements contribute to a stable operating environment, enabling planned maintenance and efficient capital investment, which enhances reliability and reduces outages [6] Group 3: Financial Performance - NextEra projects an annual earnings per share (EPS) growth of 6-8% through 2027, supported by the stability provided by franchise agreements [9][11] - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for NEE's 2025 EPS is projected to be between $3.45 and $3.70, indicating a year-over-year growth of 7.3% [11] - NextEra's trailing 12-month return on equity (ROE) stands at 12.06%, outperforming the industry average of 10.41%, indicating efficient use of shareholders' equity [13]

Company Overview - Consolidated Edison, Inc. is one of the largest investor-owned energy-delivery companies in the United States, with approximately $15 billion in annual revenues for the year ended December 31, 2024 [2] - The company has total assets amounting to $71 billion as of March 31, 2025 [2] Services Provided - The company operates through several subsidiaries, including: - Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc., which provides electric service in New York City and Westchester County, gas service in Manhattan, the Bronx, parts of Queens, and parts of Westchester, as well as steam service in Manhattan [2] - Orange and Rockland Utilities, Inc., serving customers in a 1,300-square-mile area in southeastern New York State and northern New Jersey [2] - Con Edison Transmission, Inc., which invests in electric transmission projects and manages electric and gas assets through joint ventures, primarily under the oversight of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission [2]