From Navy Nuclear Reactors to Powering PPL’s Utility of the Future
From the depths of the ocean to the heart of the grid
Chris Null’s journey from operating nuclear reactors aboard U.S. Navy vessels to leading cutting-edge protection and control engineering at PPL is a story of service, adaptability and innovation. Discover how his experience shapes the way PPL tackles challenges like grid resiliency, clean energy integration and the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence.
Cane Run Unit 7: A Legacy of Innovation Powering PPL’s Utility of the Future
Along the banks of the Ohio River, the Cane Run Generating Station stands as a symbol of transformation. Operated by Louisville Gas and Electric Company, it is part of a generation portfolio that includes stations run by LG&E’s sister utility, Kentucky Utilities Company. The Cane Run site reflects decades of energy innovation and a forward-looking approach to meeting Kentucky’s growing power needs.
PPL Hosts Inaugural Innovation Summit
PPL Corporation brought together leading technology innovators and research partners in November at an innovation summit in Lexington, Kentucky designed to accelerate progress toward building its energy utilities of the future.
100 Years of Power: Dix Dam, Dix Hydro and Herrington Lake Celebrate a Century
The E.W. Brown Generating Station and surrounding community are marking a major milestone — 100 years of renewable energy production from Dix Dam, the Dix hydroelectric plant and Herrington Lake.
Breakthrough in Direct Air Capture: What It Means
PPL is proud to announce a major milestone in our sustainability journey – a breakthrough in direct air capture (DAC) technology. This achievement makes PPL one of a handful of companies nationwide with this technology and the only electric utility company in the U.S. actively operating a DAC system.
Breakthrough in Direct Air Capture: What It Means
PPL is proud to announce a major milestone in our sustainability journey – a breakthrough in direct air capture (DAC) technology. This achievement makes PPL one of a handful of companies nationwide with this technology and the only electric utility company in the U.S. actively operating a DAC system.
Standing Against Hunger: PPL’s foundations pledge $200K in emergency food aid
In response to growing concerns about food insecurity, PPL’s affiliated foundations are stepping up to support vulnerable communities across Kentucky, Pennsylvania and Rhode Island.
The foundations have contributed $200,000 to provide critical funding to keep food pantries stocked and families supported.
Standing Against Hunger: PPL’s foundations pledge $200K in emergency food aid
In response to growing concerns about food insecurity, PPL’s affiliated foundations are stepping up to support vulnerable communities across Kentucky, Pennsylvania and Rhode Island.
The foundations have contributed $200,000 to provide critical funding to keep food pantries stocked and families supported.
Good Neighbor Energy Fund assists local families in need
The PPL Foundation doubled its annual donation to the Good Neighbor Energy Fund in 2025 from $200,000 to $400,000.
This significant increase in the Foundation’s support complements PPL Electric Utilities’ strong commitment to assisting local families in need and strengthening the community.
Good Neighbor Energy Fund assists local families in need
The PPL Foundation doubled its annual donation to the Good Neighbor Energy Fund in 2025 from $200,000 to $400,000.
This significant increase in the Foundation’s support complements PPL Electric Utilities’ strong commitment to assisting local families in need and strengthening the community.
PPL Spotlight: Thembi Tillman
An engineer by trade, Thembi has held a variety of positions with PPL subsidiaries LG&E and KU – all with the common purpose of helping customers achieve their day-to-day goals , whether that’s finding ways to use energy more wisely, support the development of solar power, or find a convenient spot to charge their EVs.
“I love interacting with people, and my role gives me a unique opportunity to have a positive impact on their everyday lives,” shares Tillman.
PPL Spotlight: Thembi Tillman
An engineer by trade, Thembi has held a variety of positions with PPL subsidiaries LG&E and KU – all with the common purpose of helping customers achieve their day-to-day goals , whether that’s finding ways to use energy more wisely, support the development of solar power, or find a convenient spot to charge their EVs.
“I love interacting with people, and my role gives me a unique opportunity to have a positive impact on their everyday lives,” shares Tillman.
Engineering creative solutions and smiles for children
Josue Aviles has always been fascinated with learning more about how things work. Here at PPL, he brings that passion and curiosity to his role as a substation engineer. “My team works on the design of the substations, making sure our equipment is up to code, and providing input on retirement and replacement of equipment to ensure reliability,” said Aviles. “Each day when I come to work, there’s always an opportunity to learn more about different areas of the company and how our teams work together to accomplish our goals.” While Josue takes great pride in the amazing work that his team does, he also sees a connection to the customers we serve. “It’s important to learn about what is impacting our communities so we can be part of the solution and improve their lives.”
Engineering creative solutions and smiles for children
Josue Aviles has always been fascinated with learning more about how things work. Here at PPL, he brings that passion and curiosity to his role as a substation engineer. “My team works on the design of the substations, making sure our equipment is up to code, and providing input on retirement and replacement of equipment to ensure reliability,” said Aviles. “Each day when I come to work, there’s always an opportunity to learn more about different areas of the company and how our teams work together to accomplish our goals.” While Josue takes great pride in the amazing work that his team does, he also sees a connection to the customers we serve. “It’s important to learn about what is impacting our communities so we can be part of the solution and improve their lives.”
Blazing an exciting new path in engineering
International Women in Engineering Day honors women in the field of engineering by raising the profile of those changing the field one degree at a time. We celebrate the many contributions of female engineers both here at PPL and across the utility industry by highlighting one of our amazing team members.
Blazing an exciting new path in engineering
International Women in Engineering Day honors women in the field of engineering by raising the profile of those changing the field one degree at a time. We celebrate the many contributions of female engineers both here at PPL and across the utility industry by highlighting one of our amazing team members.