As the weather warms up and many of us start dreaming about new flowers, trees and shrubs, it’s a great time to think about how your landscaping choices can support both a beautiful yard and reliable electric service. Trees and shrubs do so much good for our...
Winter storms can bring heavy snow, ice and strong winds. Conditions that put stress on power lines and equipment. That’s why we don’t wait for trouble to strike. Our teams work throughout the year to inspect, maintain and upgrade the grid. From replacing aging...
So far this year, our customers have experienced 510,000 fewer interruptions compared to the same period in 2024. That’s not just a number, it’s hundreds of thousands of evenings uninterrupted, workdays powered through and family moments kept bright. These improvements aren’t by chance — they’re the direct result of our investments in reliability and resilience, including comprehensive tree trimming programs and nearly $7 billion in grid upgrades.
When you flip a light switch or charge your phone, you probably don’t think about how electricity gets to your home or business. But behind the scenes, a powerful and reliable transmission system is working 24/7 to deliver the energy you need safely, efficiently and...
Imagine this: a storm rolls in, a tree branch nearby snaps, and it takes down a power line. But instead of your lights going out for the night, everything is back on in minutes. Your dinner keeps cooking, your favorite music keeps playing, your kids stay connected to...
Planting trees is great for your property and the planet—but choosing the right tree and the right location is crucial. Find out how to plant trees safely and responsibly to prevent power outages and protect your community.
As Women’s History Month wraps up, meet Katy Snyder, one of our field supervisors helping to power communities from our Pocono Service Center. From lineworker to leader, Katy is making a difference at PPL Electric Utilities.
We know you depend on us to power your life each day, and that’s a job we take seriously. It’s why we continuously work to make our grid stronger, smarter and more resilient to better withstand severe weather, prevent outages and accommodate increasing demands on our...
For PPL Electric Utilities Engineers Miguel Mendoza, Chris Jarrah, Amr El Hakim and their teams, future-proofing the electric grid goes well beyond new technology or software. It means combining innovative thinking, a problem-solving outlook and always keeping the...
Meet Casey Rishel, a dedicated forester at PPL Electric Utilities, who ensures safe, reliable power by managing tree trimming and vegetation along power lines. Learn about his role and our commitment to both electric reliability and environmental stewardship in Lycoming County.