FirstEnergy Building New Transmission Line in Northeast Ohio

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FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) announced the construction of a new 138-kilovolt transmission line in Lorain County, Ohio, aimed at enhancing service reliability for approximately 28,000 customers. Valued at $24.7 million, the project encompasses seven miles of new power line and 20 miles of reconfigured existing infrastructure. The line, expected to be operational by May 2023, will provide an additional power source, helping to reduce outages and support growth. This initiative is part of the multi-year Energizing the Future program focused on upgrading FirstEnergy's transmission system.

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• The project will enhance service reliability for approximately 28,000 customers.
• Investment of $24.7 million signifies commitment to infrastructure improvements.
• Expected operational date by May 2023 supports proactive service enhancements.
• Additional power source will help reduce potential outages in Lorain County.

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Project to benefit 28,000 customers and accommodate future growth

AKRON, Ohio, Nov. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- American Transmission Systems, Inc. (ATSI), a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE), is constructing a new high-voltage transmission line in Lorain County, Ohio, that will enhance service reliability for approximately 28,000 customers and accommodate increasing demand for electricity in the future.

The 138-kilovolt transmission line, built alongside existing power lines, extends from a substation in the city of Lorain to a substation in Wellington Township and will improve service for customers in the Wellington, Carlisle, Homer and Seville areas.

The $24.7 million project includes installation of seven miles of new power line along the route and the reconfiguration of 20 miles of existing transmission line. ATSI will also expand the substation in Wellington to accommodate the installation of new equipment. Expected to be in service in May 2023, the line will provide a second source of power to the area that will help reduce potential outages and support future growth and economic development.

"This project will enhance the reliability, resiliency and efficiency of the transmission system and ensure that we can continue to meet the current and future needs of thousands of customers in Lorain County," said Carl Bridenbaugh, FirstEnergy's vice president of Transmission.

The project is part of Energizing the Future, a multi-year initiative designed to upgrade FirstEnergy's transmission system with advanced equipment and technologies that will reinforce the power grid and help reduce the frequency and duration of customer outages. Since 2014, FirstEnergy has upgraded or replaced existing power lines, incorporated smart technology into the grid and upgraded dozens of substations with new equipment and enhanced security features.

ATSI provides transmission services in Ohio and in the western portion of Pennsylvania and owns or maintains more than 8,100 miles of transmission lines, substations and other facilities.

FirstEnergy is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Its 10 electric distribution companies form one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, serving customers in Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, West Virginia, Maryland and New York. The company's transmission subsidiaries operate approximately 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions. Follow FirstEnergy online at www.firstenergycorp.com and on Twitter @FirstEnergyCorp.

Editor's Note: A photo of the work underway in Lorain County is available for download on Flickr.

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SOURCE FirstEnergy Corp.

FAQ

What is the purpose of the new transmission line by FirstEnergy (FE)?

The new transmission line aims to enhance service reliability for approximately 28,000 customers in Lorain County, Ohio.

When is the new transmission line expected to be operational?

The new transmission line is expected to be operational by May 2023.

How much is FirstEnergy investing in the new transmission line?

The project is valued at $24.7 million.

What areas will benefit from the new transmission line constructed by FirstEnergy?

The line will improve service in Wellington, Carlisle, Homer, and Seville areas.

What initiative is the new transmission line part of?

The project is part of the multi-year Energizing the Future initiative by FirstEnergy.