Great night at the @join_ACT 2026 Energy Leadership Awards! Big congrats to our valued Franklin County colleagues at @GfldCommCollege on winning the Clean Energy Workforce Development Champion Award – a well-deserved honor!
Our CEO, Justin Trudell, recently penned an oped for @PennLive on the challenges facing #hydropower in #PA and how modernizing the relicensing process could unlock new investment and innovation across the state while supporting growing electricity demand. https://t.co/bl3jPia96b
Today, we’re celebrating #HydroDay and the many ways #HydroWorks for our communities.
For more than 140 years, hydropower has provided clean, reliable electricity while supporting local jobs, cost-competitive energy, responsible water management, recreation and more.
Via the #FirstLightSustains grant program, we are proud to support #NewMilfordCommunityAmbulance with funding for two new IV infusion pumps that will help enhance emergency medical care for the #community. Read more: https://t.co/KbXyteqhp9
This successful program has awarded over $310k to nearly 70 organizations over the last four years to support schools, municipalities, and nonprofit organizations that promote community building and sustainability in areas where FirstLight operates across #CT, #MA, and #PA.
FirstLight is proud to announce that 17 organizations will receive funding to support community enhancement projects through the FirstLight Sustains competitive grant program. Read more about our 2026 grantees: https://t.co/9Z1Ako09Kj
At #FirstLight, we recognize the importance of reflecting on our shared history while continuing to foster a culture of respect, inclusion, and opportunity for all.
Last month, @WFSBnews joined us to check out the installation of Fishheart’s Hydraulic Fishway at FirstLight’s Tunnel Generating Station on the Quinebaug River — the only installation of this innovative floating fishway technology in the U.S. Watch here: https://t.co/tbG1cYvS7K
Nous sommes fiers d’annoncer que FirstLight, en partenariat avec la Première Nation de Lac des Mille Lacs, a obtenu un contrat dans le cadre de l’appel d’offres LT2 de la SIERE pour notre projet solaire de Fort Frances (57,2 MW). En savoir plus: https://t.co/XEhKm0XHTg
We’re proud to share that FirstLight, in partnership with Lac des Mille Lacs First Nation, has been awarded a contract through the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO)’s LT2 Procurement to develop our Fort Frances Solar Project (57.2 MW). Read: https://t.co/EnmrHXPYh5
Earlier today, FirstLight's Andy Brydges joined Mary Beth Kaeser of Horizon Wings on Great Day Connecticut (@WFSBnews) to highlight our FirstLight Sustains program.
Apply: https://t.co/wRXaTm7MxW
Watch: https://t.co/0clTl9DU3T
#FirstLight#FirstLightSustains
FirstLight is thrilled to announce two new agreements to deliver clean, local, cost-competitive power to New England communities.
Our partnership with Energy New England: https://t.co/N3C6S2HLNw
Our partnership with Taunton Municipal Lighting Plant: https://t.co/uvSuoihtgV
"Western Pennsylvania's rivers powered its rise once before. Now they can do it again." In a recent @PittsburghPG piece, our CEO, Justin Trudell, highlighted the many co-benefits of investing in #hydropower along Pennsylvania's waterways.
Read here: https://t.co/RLP1XZccWO
On Remembrance Day, we honor and remember the heroic Canadians who served in the Canadian Armed Forces and lost their lives in the line of duty. We offer our heartfelt gratitude today and every day for the sacrifices made to protect the freedom of so many. #LestWeForget
Thank you for your selfless service and steadfast commitment to protecting our country — we are grateful every day for your sacrifices and invaluable contributions to the safety and prosperity of this nation.
On Veterans Day, we honor and thank those who served in the United States Armed Forces, including many past and present members of the FirstLight team. #VeteransDay2025