PPL Electric is not only making it easier for them to connect to the grid, we are continuously pushing the envelope and bolstering our distribution system for a distributed energy resources-enabled smart grid future.
The corporate sustainability committee, which includes senior leaders throughout the corporation and its business units, is responsible for developing sustainability strategy, providing oversight and establishing the priorities and performance metrics.
The sustainability strategy, commitments and priorities are reviewed by the corporate leadership council and presented to the board of directors. PPL’s Board of Directors has designated its Compensation, Governance and Nominating Committee with oversight of PPL’s practices and positions to further ESG performance and sustainability.
Create extraordinary shareowner value
Create long-term value for shareowners through fiscal discipline, continuous improvement, environmental stewardship and enduring strategic investments
Drive best-in-sector operational performance
Excel in safety, reliability, customer responsiveness and energy efficiency while maintaining a culture that fosters innovation
Advance a cleaner energy future
Encourage responsible stewardship in partnership with our customers and stakeholders to have a sustainable environmental impact
Build tomorrow’s energy infrastructure
Invest in tomorrow’s energy infrastructure by developing a reliable, resilient and efficient grid that fosters continued progress and a cleaner energy future
Exceed customer expectations
Provide safe, reliable and environmentally responsible energy at the lowest reasonable cost
Strengthen communities
Empower the success of future generations by helping to build strong communities today
Foster an exceptional workplace
Cultivate success by energizing an inclusive, respectful and diverse workplace that rewards performance, enables professional development, encourages employee engagement and enables employees to achieve their full potential
Download the 2018 Sustainability Report
PPL Corporation’s Sustainability Report highlights the company’s ongoing initiatives to advance a sustainable energy future for the communities, customers and stakeholders it serves.
Commitments in Action
Keeping families strong
Mike Altimare, senior analyst-financial planning for PPL Services, had just learned he was going to be a first-time dad when PPL announced it was implementing a paid parental leave program for employees.
Helping customers meet their sustainability goals
PPL’s companies maintain an award-winning customer experience by anticipating customer needs and providing options customers want.
Come hail or high water, resilient network up to task
Network resilience is at the forefront of Western Power Distribution’s operation. This resiliency strategy was put to the test in 2019, when the Steeping River in Wainfleet, Lincolnshire, burst its banks, forcing the evacuation of almost 600 homes and threatened to flood eight WPD substations.
Connecting students with future career opportunities
As part of its overall partnership with the organization, LG&E has been a proud sponsor of JA of Kentuckiana’s “BizTown” for the past 15 years. The program gives fifth-grade students an introduction to managing finances, exploring a variety of careers and thinking like an entrepreneur.