When you flip a switch, you expect the lights to come on. 💡
America's electric grid delivers 99.95% reliability thanks to continued investment in the infrastructure that powers our homes, businesses, and communities.
A new report explores why that investment remains critical for growth, reliability, and affordability.
Explore more here: https://t.co/0miqz2PqfY
Analysts warn that Gov. Shapiro’s actions “will likely increase the cost of capital”, not taking into account consequences for customers and setting a negative precedent for PA.
NEW REPORT: The electric grid powers 95% of the U.S. economy.
A new independent analysis finds that continued investment in grid infrastructure supports reliability, economic growth, and long-term customer savings. In fact, every $1 invested in transmission can save up to $1.80 in future system costs.
See the key findings: https://t.co/0miqz2PqfY
🏠Powering more than homes.
The electric power industry supports 7M+ U.S. jobs and drives 5% of the economy. Serving 75% of Americans, it’s growing fast and creating future jobs in energy.
⚡️Investor-owned electric companies power nearly 3 in 4 Americans.
With $1.1T in grid investment and millions of jobs, they’re building a stronger, smarter energy future.
To keep bills as low as possible and strengthen reliability, critical infrastructure investments are being made to provide a better energy grid for the American people. 🇺🇲
National Consumer Protection Month is a good reminder that a little awareness goes a long way.
If something feels off, pause, verify the source, and report it.
Stop. Verify. Report.
Staying informed helps protect you and your community: https://t.co/bcZ92XoUY2
LIHEAP helps millions of households manage heating and cooling costs during times of need and extreme weather.
On #LIHEAPActionDay, learn why continued support for this critical program matters, and how you can take action ➡️https://t.co/fIXYYVbY6o
Veterans continue to serve beyond the uniform, bringing leadership, resilience, and problem-solving skills to the energy workforce.
Recognizing those helping power communities as the Veterans in Energy Leadership Forum convenes.
Marking the birthday of Thomas Edison, a pioneer whose innovations helped shape the modern electric system. Reliable electricity continues to power progress, just as it has for generations.
Energy policy is at the forefront for 2026! Energy companies and Congress are focused on affordability, grid modernization, and permitting reform via the SPEED Act.
See how these policies will impact our energy future: https://t.co/fTQDiannZY
Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his enduring legacy of justice, opportunity, and service.
Reliable, affordable energy helps power communities and support the opportunities he fought to expand.
The Current will no longer be running, where we’re inviting you to join us over at EEI’s podcast, Electric Perspectives. You’ll continue to hear from experts and those working to power your community.
👀Subscribe and listen today: https://t.co/u3Hw8bPUeg
📰Wrapping up this year, our Q4 edition of The Grid is out now! Read the highlights of 2025 such as investing in the grid to keep electric costs low and see what’s coming up in 2026 like permitting reform.
Read it now: https://t.co/43P6SPogom
⚡ Powering Progress: See what’s fueling America’s energy future, from wildfire resilience and grid upgrades to record investments and the people keeping the lights on.
👉 Read the Grid Brief Q3 out now: https://t.co/70LNFoj2M7
This month on The Current, we talk with Jonathan Hirte, Director of Federal Affairs at DTE Energy, about LIHEAP and MEAP, and the critical role they play for families across the country.
🎧 Listen now: https://t.co/MKYqvGdbPU
Why do programs like LIHEAP and MEAP matter more than ever?
This month on The Current, we talk with Jonathan Hirte of DTE Energy about how energy providers are expanding access to affordable, reliable energy.
🎧 Listen Now: https://t.co/GgO1GErY8a
How do programs like LIHEAP keep energy affordable?
Next week on The Current, we talk with Jonathan Hirte of DTE Energy about the role electric companies play in expanding access to LIHEAP and Michigan’s MEAP.
🎧 Subscribe to catch the episode: https://t.co/pWlZP1Q2gI