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Solar Energy: What You Need to Know

At AEP Ohio, we believe in the promise of clean energy and are committed to helping lead the transition to a brighter future. We want you to be informed before making any decisions about whether solar panels are right for you and your family. Learn more below:         Will I save money by …

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Beat the Heat: Resources Available to You

Is your electric bill higher than normal? From the extreme heat to higher fuel costs, there are a number of factors making a difference on your electric bill.  If you’re experiencing financial hardship or looking for ways to better manage your electric bill, we’ve listed some tips and resources below to help you reduce your …

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Summer Energy Savings Tips

With the summer heat in full swing, these simple steps can help you save energy and money while keeping your family cool: Set the Thermostat Turn your thermostat up a few degrees. Adjusting the temperature is one of the most effective ways to reduce cooling costs. Installing smart thermostats can help you monitor and adjust …

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Emergency Forced Outages: Why It Was Necessary

We hear you — and understand you’ve been frustrated by last week’s emergency forced power outages.  We’d like to share more information about what happened and how our team responded when the power went out.  What Happened: Behind-the-Scenes Severe storms early last week caused significant damage to high-voltage transmission lines that feed power to the …

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Father and Son Share Love of Linework

To celebrate Father’s Day, we sat down with local father and son duo Floyd and Casey Ridenour to learn more about what it’s like working together and sharing a passion for linework. From the time Casey Ridenour was a toddler, he loved the giant toy trucks in his house. Even more so, the lineworker bucket …

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Lineworkers Help Protect Local Wildlife

Eric Madden, a line crew supervisor at AEP Ohio’s South Point service center, was driving to work a few miles from his house when he spotted what looked like an osprey nest high atop one of our utility poles in Haverhill. He quickly recognized the large nest was a fire hazard that threatened our equipment …

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