PPL
- PPL Corporation
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Overview
Company Summary
PPL Corporation is an energy company headquartered in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The company operates primarily through its two main utility subsidiaries, PPL Electric Utilities and Louisville Gas and Electric Company (LG&E) and Kentucky Utilities Company (KU). PPL also has a presence in the United Kingdom through its subsidiary, Western Power Distribution.
PPL Electric Utilities serves approximately 1.4 million customers in central and eastern Pennsylvania, providing them with reliable electricity. The company owns and operates a vast network of power transmission and distribution lines, as well as power generation facilities. PPL Electric Utilities focuses on delivering safe, affordable, and sustainable energy solutions to its customer base.
LG&E and KU are regulated utilities serving customers in Kentucky. LG&E provides natural gas service, while KU is primarily engaged in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electric power. Together, these subsidiaries supply electricity and natural gas to nearly 1.3 million customers across Kentucky.
PPL's international subsidiary, Western Power Distribution, is one of the largest electricity distribution network operators in the UK. It delivers electricity to around 7.9 million customers across South West England, South Wales, and the Midlands. Western Power Distribution plays a crucial role in maintaining and operating the electricity distribution network, ensuring reliable power supply to homes and businesses.
PPL Corporation actively invests in infrastructure development and innovation to enhance the efficiency, reliability, and sustainability of its operations. The company is committed to supporting the transition towards cleaner energy sources, reducing emissions, and meeting customers' evolving energy needs. Through its subsidiaries, PPL Corporation ensures the delivery of essential energy services to millions of households and businesses, contributing to the economic growth of the regions it serves.