Potomac Edison Hosts Tree Planting Events in October

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On October 5, 2022, FirstEnergy's Potomac Edison announced the donation of 650 trees to be planted in various locations across Maryland. The initiative is part of a broader effort to plant 20,000 trees this year, with 16,000 already planted. Events are scheduled across multiple sites, including Shafer Park, Monocacy National Battlefield, and Toms Creek. The initiative aims to reduce the company's carbon footprint and promote sustainability. This volunteer effort highlights FirstEnergy's commitment to environmental stewardship and community engagement.

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• Donation of 650 trees contributes to FirstEnergy's goal of planting 20,000 trees in 2022.
• Successfully planted nearly 16,000 trees in various parks and reserves enhancing environmental efforts.

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FirstEnergy donating 650 trees as part of larger environmental initiative

WILLIAMSPORT, Md., Oct. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Employee volunteers from Potomac Edison, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE), will be planting 650 trees at planting events throughout the company's Maryland service area during the month of October.

Members of Potomac Edison's Green Team – a group of employees who volunteer their time and talents to support a wide variety of environmental initiatives – will plant approximately 150 trees at Shafer Park in Boonsboro on October 6, 200 trees at Monocacy National Battlefield in Frederick on October 13 and 250 trees along Toms Creek in Emmitsburg on October 25. The Green Team also will plant 50 trees at the Claud E. Kitchens Outdoor School at Fairview, located in Clear Spring, in late October to replace trees lost due to a storm.

FirstEnergy is donating the trees for the plantings as part of a larger company initiative to plant 20,000 trees in 2022. Nearly 16,000 trees have already been planted at parks and nature reserves throughout FirstEnergy's six-state service territory so far this year. Tree plantings and giveaways support FirstEnergy's efforts to reduce its carbon footprint, promote the responsible use of natural resources and further the advancement of sustainable practices.

"The positive environmental impact achieved through the fall tree plantings is an important part of our commitment to building a brighter and more sustainable future for the communities where we live and work," said Michele Dellinger, a forestry specialist with FirstEnergy who organized the events.

FirstEnergy's 10 Green Teams consist of employees from Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland and West Virginia. The groups plan to continue to partner with state park systems, watershed and recycling groups, garden clubs, schools and other environmentally focused organizations in the future to support FirstEnergy's commitment to building a brighter and more sustainable future.

For more information about FirstEnergy's commitment to environmental initiatives, visit www.firstenergycorp.com/environmental.

Potomac Edison serves about 275,000 customers in all or parts of Allegany, Carroll, Frederick, Garrett, Howard, Montgomery, and Washington counties in Maryland and 151,000 customers in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia. Follow Potomac Edison at www.potomacedison.com, on Twitter @PotomacEdison, and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/PotomacEdison.

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: Photos of FirstEnergy Green Team members at tree planting events are available for download on Flickr.

 

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FAQ

What is FirstEnergy's tree planting initiative for 2022?

FirstEnergy aims to plant a total of 20,000 trees in 2022, with nearly 16,000 already planted.

How many trees will Potomac Edison plant in Maryland?

Potomac Edison will plant 650 trees at various locations in Maryland throughout October.

When are the tree planting events scheduled by Potomac Edison?

Events are scheduled for October 6, 13, and 25, 2022, across different locations.

What is the environmental purpose of FirstEnergy's initiative?

The initiative aims to reduce FirstEnergy's carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices.

Which areas are included in Potomac Edison's service?

Potomac Edison serves approximately 275,000 customers across several counties in Maryland.