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Customer Design: Powering Today and Tomorrow

How AEP Ohio’s Customer Design Team Gets the Lights On and Keeps Them On When you flip a switch or plug in a phone, it’s easy to forget all the work that made that electricity possible. Behind every new home, school and business across AEP Ohio’s service area is our Customer Design Team, the people …

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AEP Ohio’s Safety Town Near You

With school back in session, AEP Ohio remains committed to educating children about electrical safety. Mike LaScola, one of our external affairs managers, shares insights on how he uses Safety Town, an electrified, interactive presentation that brings common situations to life for all ages. Watch the video below and discover how this program teaches important …

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Powering Reliability With Drones

While drones are often associated with concerts, entertainment or sporting events, AEP Ohio has been harnessing their potential since 2021 to improve electric service reliability for our customers. The integration of drone technology has transformed our operations and increased efficiency and safety while providing high-quality data that guides maintenance and repair decisions. Addressing safety and …

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Underground Vs. Overhead Equipment

Did you know that our top causes of outages include vehicle accidents hitting our equipment or trees outside of our right of way falling on our equipment? Many customers ask us, “Why can’t you just bury your lines to avoid those outages?” It’s an important question, and there are pros and cons when it comes …

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September is National Preparedness Month

Emergencies often strike without warning. Whether it’s a storm, a power outage or another unexpected event, being prepared can make all the difference. Dave Gray, AEP Ohio’s emergency preparedness manager, recently shared a few simple steps you can take to protect yourself and your loved ones. Things to keep in mind Make a plan: Know …

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