Electrical distribution equipment is built to endure the kinds of extreme conditions that come with life outdoors. But various factors still cause power outages — severe weather, trees outside the right of way falling on our powerlines and animals making contact with our equipment. At AEP Ohio, we’re working to make outages shorter and less …
Ever wonder what that electric meter on the side of your home does or who’s in charge of fixing it if something goes wrong? You’re not alone. Here’s a quick breakdown of what AEP Ohio handles and what your responsibility is as the homeowner. First, what’s the electric meter for? Your meter measures in kilowatt-hours …
This month, AEP Ohio recognized a ruling by the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) that addresses the power needs of Ohio’s growing data center industry while protecting AEP Ohio’s other customers. The ruling approves a request AEP Ohio made in May 2024 to establish enhanced financial obligations that data centers must undertake to support …
We’ve heard your questions about the electric grid, our proactive reliability efforts and your electric bills, and we are committed to keeping you informed about your electric service and the grid that brings you power. We’re answering our customers’ most asked questions below. Energy Demand and Extreme Heat Who is PJM and what do they …
A vital community resource in Columbus has a new home with help from AEP. On June 23, 2025, Our Lady of Guadalupe Center (OLGC) held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its new facility located on the city’s west side at 3631 Soldano Blvd. Bishop Earl Fernandes from the Catholic Diocese of Columbus blessed the new site …
As temperatures climb higher during the steamy days of summer, the demand for electricity also increases. That’s why AEP Ohio prepares for peak demand seasons by working year-round with PJM, our regional grid operator, to monitor the supply and demand for electricity across our service territory. Prepared for Peak Demand While the National Weather Service …
