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AEP Ohio’s forestry program is critical to keeping the power on — making sure lines and equipment are free of trees and brush that could cause outages for customers. Now, our forestry crews’ work will serve a dual purpose by donating a portion of the trees they regularly trim to benefit the animals at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and The Wilds through our new “Trim to Treat” partnership.

June 21-27 is National Pollinator Week. Learn how American Electric Power is dedicated to maintaining and creating habitats for these crucial species.

With the help of AEP and other corporations, the National Veterans Memorial and Museum in Columbus, Ohio shares powerful stories of the men and women who have served our country.

“Typically when you tell someone you’re a meteorologist, the first question they ask is, ‘What news station do you work at?’,” said Meghan Klee.

But you won’t see Klee forecasting weather on the evening news. She’s the manager of American Electric Power’s meteorology department, a three-person team that helps AEP deliver reliable and affordable energy to customers.

See something, do something mentality of Appalachian Power employees saves dog from fire.

AEP is an official "Founding Partner" of Columbus Crew SC and the New Crew Stadium, which is set to open in July of this year. 

In 2017, Kentucky Power and the AEP Foundation found another way to collaborate using a common vision—helping the people of our region. An AEP Foundation grant was used to purchase an Emergency Response Vehicle (ERV) to assist the American Red Cross when natural disasters hit eastern Kentucky. The ERV was put to work recently to assist those impacted by devastating flooding.

When hurricanes and strong storms damage communities, it takes teamwork and coordination to get the lights back on for customers. AEP was recognized for lending a hand to other utility companies during storm restoration efforts this past year.

Two Appalachian Power employees braved a burning car to save a man's life.

AEP Renewables is helping to make the holidays a little brighter for families in Kingman County, Kansas. AEP Renewables' commitment to the local community included contributions to the Pratt Toys for Tots and Kansas Food Bank.