FirstEnergy Completes Major Grid Upgrades in Western Pennsylvania to Boost Reliability and Support Growth
Reuters
Aug 18
FirstEnergy Completes Major Grid Upgrades in Western Pennsylvania to Boost Reliability and Support Growth
FirstEnergy Corporation has announced the completion of a significant energy upgrade in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, aimed at enhancing the reliability and resilience of electric service for 2,300 West Penn Power customers in Unity and Hempfield townships. As part of a $368 million investment for West Penn Power's service area, the project involved rebuilding a key section of the local power grid, including the installation of a one-mile section of new, larger wire along White School Road. This upgrade is part of FirstEnergy's broader Energize365 initiative, which aims to modernize the electric grid with a $28 billion investment from 2025 to 2029, ensuring a smarter and more secure grid for future growth. The improvements are expected to reduce outages, speed up restoration times, and accommodate new homes and businesses in the area.
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