Discover essential safety tips for using space heaters this winter. Learn about selecting safe models, proper usage, and electrical safety to keep your space cozy and hazard-free.
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Storms and Outages
Be prepared for winter storms, outages
When winter storms hit, power outages can follow. While PPL Electric works to maintain a resilient grid, preparation is essential. Learn how to create an emergency plan, assemble a storm kit, and stay safe during outages—plus discover easy ways to keep your home warm and energy-efficient this season.
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How energy efficient is your home? Find out with a home energy audit
We all want to find ways to save money and increase our home’s comfort. With a home energy audit, your selected contractor will provide a detailed report listing all the energy-saving upgrades that can help make your home more energy efficient. Let us help you check...
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Helping a “hunger crisis” during the holidays
Central and eastern Pennsylvania are special places. We’ve felt that way for over 100 years because of our communities and the people who live here. And the holidays are an annual reminder of family and community, as we rally around each other with the hope of...
5 ways we made our communities bright in 2024
Powering our communities goes beyond delivering the safe and reliable electricity you depend on every day. We don’t just work in our communities; we also live and raise our families in cities and towns across our territory. Here are just a handful of events that...
Empowering fitness for veterans and children
Every Veterans Day, we honor all who have served in the military. Veterans at PPL Electric Utilities can join our PPLVets business resource group, which holds veteran-led meetings and events throughout the year. Through the PPL Foundation, we’re also proud to support...
Friendly neighbors building communities
As a staple of central and eastern Pennsylvania for over 100 years, we understand the critical importance of economic development. Through our growth as a company, we have powered businesses and empowered growth within communities throughout our 29-county service area. At PPL Electric, we are committed to doing what we can to not only attract new businesses to our region, but also supporting the existing businesses and communities that have helped make Pennsylvania what it is today. Find out more.
Wildfires: What you should know about preparing and staying safe
This Fall, persistent dry conditions and minimal rainfall have led to drought conditions throughout much of our 29-county service territory. When there are drought conditions, the risk of brush fires and wildfires increases. As first responders continue to battle a...
Tips to stay safe and prepare for winter weather
Our grid is one of the most reliable in the country. Over the past decade, we have made significant investments to build a stronger, smarter and more resilient grid. From clearing vegetation around power lines and replacing aging equipment to installing state-of-the-art grid technology, our reliability investments mean customers are experiencing 30% fewer outages since 2011.
Lineworker spots fire, helps property owner limit damage
While heading to a job site after a storm, lineworker Joe Keeney spotted a garage fire and took swift action, alerting homeowners and helping to control the blaze before firefighters arrived. His quick thinking helped limit the damage and ensure no injuries were reported.
Making fitness accessible to all
VIDEO: PPL making fitness accessible to all at the Bloomsburg Area YMCA Through its grants, the PPL Foundation invests in building communities. There are a number of grant cycles year-round that support different initiatives. Every summer, the foundation awards...
Dial in to savings with ENERGY STAR® certified appliances
When it comes time to replace that old appliance, you’ll probably be checking for the best price. Before that, look for the most efficient option—because it’s not just about what it costs to buy, but how much it’s going to cost each year for you to use. Today, many...
Highlighting an important role on our Customer Service Team
Customer Service Week is a time to recognize the heart of our customer experience— our Customer Service Representatives (CSRs) and Associates (CSAs). So far this year, we have received over 7.4 million customer interactions across various channels. Of these...
