Eversource Ranked #1 Energy Company in Barron’s “100 Most Sustainable Companies” for 2023

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Eversource Energy (NYSE: ES) has once again been recognized by Barron’s as the top utility in its 2023 Most Sustainable Companies list, ranking 17th overall, up from 40th last year. This marks the fourth consecutive year Eversource has made the list, reflecting its commitment to sustainability across operations. The ranking is based on over 230 environmental, social, and governance (ESG) metrics, highlighting the company's performance concerning customers, communities, and the planet. Eversource serves approximately 4.4 million customers in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire and employs around 9,600 individuals.

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• Ranked as the top utility on Barron’s 2023 Most Sustainable Companies list.
• Improved overall ranking to 17th from 40th in the previous year.
• Recognized commitment to sustainability, enhancing corporate image.

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Energy company recognized as top utility on annual list, places 17^th overall

BOSTON & HARTFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- For the fourth consecutive year, Eversource Energy (NYSE: ES) has been recognized by Barron’s on its list of America’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies, appearing as the top utility in the annual ranking for the second time in the last three years. Eversource’s rank also improved significantly to 17^th overall on this year’s list from 40^th last year, reflecting the strides the company has made in executing its strategic commitment to sustainability throughout its operations.

Eversource Energy is the top-ranked energy company in Barron’s “100 Most Sustainable Companies” list for 2023. (Photo: Business Wire)

“This recognition is a testament of Eversource’s deep commitment to and the hard work of our employees in building a more sustainable and equitable future for our customers, our communities, and the world we all share,” said Eversource Chairman, President and CEO Joseph Nolan. “Sustainability and strong environmental, social and governance principles are embedded in all that we do – which will continue to serve as the foundation of our vision for providing safe, reliable service and meeting the future energy needs of our customers.”

The Barron’s list of Most Sustainable Companies is based on more than 230 environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) metrics. To create the ranking, the top 1,000 publicly traded companies by market value were evaluated by how they performed for five key constituencies – customers, communities, employees, the planet and shareholders – looking at ESG performance indicators such as workplace diversity, data security and greenhouse gas emissions. To qualify for the list, a company must be rated above the bottom quarter in each of the five stakeholder categories.

For more information on Eversource’s nationally recognized commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility – including diversity, equity and inclusion and the company’s most recent Sustainability Report – please visit its sustainability page at Eversource.com.

Eversource (NYSE: ES), celebrated as a national leader for its corporate citizenship, is the #1 energy company in Newsweek’s list of America’s Most Responsible Companies for 2023 and recognized as one of America’s Most JUST Companies. Eversource transmits and delivers electricity and natural gas and supplies water to approximately 4.4 million customers in Connecticut, Massachusetts and New Hampshire. The #1 energy efficiency provider in the nation, Eversource harnesses the commitment of approximately 9,600 employees across three states to build a single, united company around the mission of safely delivering reliable energy and water with superior customer service. The company is empowering a clean energy future in the Northeast, with nationally recognized energy efficiency solutions and successful programs to integrate new clean energy resources like solar, offshore wind, electric vehicles and battery storage, into the electric system. For more information, please visit eversource.com, and follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. For more information on our water services, visit aquarionwater.com.

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Caroline Pretyman

617-424-2460

caroline.pretyman@eversource.com

Al Lara

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albert.lara@eversource.com

Source: Eversource Energy

FAQ

What is Eversource Energy's ranking in Barron's 2023 Most Sustainable Companies list?

Eversource Energy is ranked 17th overall and is the top utility.

How many customers does Eversource Energy serve?

Eversource serves approximately 4.4 million customers.

What criteria are used to rank Eversource Energy in Barron's sustainability list?

The ranking is based on over 230 ESG metrics evaluating performance for five key constituencies.

What is the significance of Eversource's ranking improvement from last year?

The improvement from 40th to 17th indicates significant strides in sustainability efforts.

How many employees does Eversource Energy have?

Eversource has around 9,600 employees across three states.