Eversource Recognized as a “5 Year Champion” of Corporate Responsibility by Newsweek

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Eversource Energy (NYSE: ES) has been named as a '5 Year Champion' by Newsweek for being recognized among the nation’s most responsible companies every year since its list was introduced. Eversource ranked fifth in the nation among 59 companies in the Energy & Utilities category and 154th overall on the top-600 list among the leading 2,000 public companies by revenue with headquarters in the U.S. The company earned the highest environmental score in the utility industry and the highest overall ranking of any utility in the Northeast and the Eastern seaboard.

HARTFORD, Conn. & BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- To be named once or twice to Newsweek magazine’s – in partnership with global research and data firm Statista – annual list of America’s Most Responsible Companies is an accomplishment. To do it for five consecutive years is a singular achievement that affirms a workplace culture deeply committed to values embracing corporate social responsibility, sustainability, and corporate citizenship.

Eversource Energy (NYSE: ES), which is again among the top-scoring utilities on Newsweek’s 2024 list, was also named as a “5 Year Champion” by Newsweek for being recognized among the nation’s most responsible companies every year since its list was introduced.

“Operating in an ethically, socially and environmentally responsible manner is a choice we embrace across all areas of our company,” said Eversource Chairman, President and CEO Joe Nolan. “With a constant focus to advance environmental and social justice, it’s rewarding to be recognized as a positive force in the way our employees work every day to provide our customers with the cost-conscious service they need today while also laying the foundation for new technologies and innovations for an even better future ahead.”

In the 2024 Newsweek list, Eversource ranked fifth in the nation among 59 companies in the Energy & Utilities category, and 154th overall on the top-600 list among the leading 2,000 public companies by revenue with headquarters in the U.S.. The Company earned the highest environmental score in the utility industry and the highest overall ranking of any utility in the Northeast and the Eastern seaboard.

The annual list determines the most responsible companies based on their corporate social sustainability performance and reputation. Eversource and the other recognized companies on the Newsweek ranking of America’s Most Responsible Companies will be featured in the December 15 issue of the news magazine.

For more information on Eversource’s commitment to sustainable corporate citizenship, please visit the Sustainability page of the energy company’s website.

Eversource (NYSE: ES), celebrated as a national leader for its corporate citizenship, is among the top utilities in Newsweek’s list of America’s Most Responsible Companies for 2024 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 9,900 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 X, 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

860-665-2344

albert.lara@eversource.com

Source: Eversource Energy

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What is the company name and ticker symbol of the organization mentioned in the press release?

The company mentioned in the press release is Eversource Energy and its ticker symbol is NYSE: ES.

What recognition has Eversource Energy received from Newsweek?

Eversource Energy has been named as a '5 Year Champion' by Newsweek for being recognized among the nation’s most responsible companies every year since its list was introduced.

Where does Eversource Energy rank in the Energy & Utilities category?

Eversource Energy ranked fifth in the nation among 59 companies in the Energy & Utilities category.

What is the overall ranking of Eversource Energy on the top-600 list among the leading 2,000 public companies by revenue with headquarters in the U.S.?

Eversource Energy ranked 154th overall on the top-600 list among the leading 2,000 public companies by revenue with headquarters in the U.S.

What is the highest achievement in the environmental score for Eversource Energy in the utility industry?

Eversource Energy earned the highest environmental score in the utility industry.