In 2021, electricity became the dominant fuel source for homes, surpassing gas for the first time. The driving force behind this is the adoption of heat pump technologies. Heat pumps offer highly efficient heating and cooling for your home by moving heat rather than generating it. Heat pump efficiencies can lead to lower energy bills …
AEP Ohio drones are now taking flight to assess damage to the power grid at night — a potentially game-changing enhancement for getting your power back on faster after a storm. AEP Ohio’s latest drones are equipped with NightSense technology, including obstacle avoidance and AI flight assistance. The machines were put to the test following …
Financial hardships happen — and sometimes you need a little extra support paying your bill. AEP Ohio can help you plan for the unexpected and avoid seasonal spikes with stable bills year-round. Enroll in AMP Our Average Monthly Payment (AMP) plan simplifies budgeting and planning, eliminating surprises along the way. Here’s how it works: The …
It may be the most frightful time of year, but there are ghastly ghouls that lurk in your home all year long. What are these creepy creatures? Electronic devices and appliances in standby or idle mode — known as energy vampires — that constantly draw power. This phantom energy can account for 20% of your …
Every day, our crews are out working to maintain and improve the electric grid that serves homes and businesses across Ohio. Replacing poles, upgrading equipment, installing new smart technologies, trimming trees away from our power lines and equipment — all with the goal of improving the reliability of your electric service. When you think of …
Trees are one of the top causes of power outages. A single tree branch on a lower-voltage distribution line can disrupt power for thousands of customers, while a limb falling on a higher-voltage transmission line can cause widespread, extended outages across multiple states and regions. That’s why our forestry crews work year-round to keep vegetation …
