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Jul 28, 2011 5:30 PM ET - Investment strengthens GM’s Clean Energy Commitment Global solar electric output equivalent to powering 10,000 homes annually

Jul 27, 2011 8:00 AM ET - Planning is essential for safe digging, especially because you must call AT LEAST 48 hours before you plan to dig. After calling 811, utilities have at least 48 hours to come out and mark their lines with a color-coded paint or flagging system. Red indicates electric power lines, conduit and cables. Yellow represents gas, oil, petroleum or gaseous materials. Orange is used for communication, alarm or signal lines. Blue is the color used to indicate potable water. Purple is reclaimed water, irrigation and slurry lines. Green is the color for sewers and drain lines. Pink is used to indicate temporary survey markings. White is used before the locating services to mark the proposed excavating site.   Learn more about the 811 process in this informational video.   ABOUT AEP - American Electric Power AEP ranks among the nation's largest generators of electricity, owning nearly 38,000 megawatts of generating capacity in the U.S.  AEP also owns the nation's largest electricity transmission system, a nearly 39,000-mile network that includes more 765 kilovolt extra-high voltage transmission lines than all other U.S. transmission systems combined.   AEP's utility units operate as AEP Ohio, AEP Texas, Appalachian Power (in Virginia, West Virginia), AEP Appalachian Power (in Tennessee), Indiana Michigan Power, Kentucky Power, Public Service of Oklahoma, and Southwestern Electric Power Company (in Arkansas, Louisiana and east Texas).  AEP15480

Jul 25, 2011 12:30 PM ET - Once again the United States is experiencing record hot temperatures this summer, which means that electric grids are working harder than ever to provide the energy needed to keep commercial buildings and their employees cool. And...

Jul 22, 2011 2:00 PM ET -   Most contact with overhead power lines is accidental, but can result in severe injuries and even death.  Fortunately, most, if not all, electrical accidents can be prevented.  Before you begin any job, whether it's installing a TV...

Jul 22, 2011 8:30 AM ET - Look up for overhead power lines. Overhead power lines are not insulated like household power cords. What may look like insulation is actually weatherproofing material. Never touch an overhead power line. Coming in contact with power lines can easily lead to electrocution. If your ladder of piece of equipment touches an overhead line, both you and the equipment can become the path for the electricity. Learn about the potential dangers of overhead power lines by watching these short videos. AEP - American Electric Power AEP ranks among the nation's largest generators of electricity, owning nearly 38,000 megawatts of generating capacity in the U.S.  AEP also owns the nation's largest electricity transmission system, a nearly 39,000-mile network that includes more 765 kilovolt extra-high voltage transmission lines than all other U.S. transmission systems combined. AEP's utility units operate as AEP Ohio, AEP Texas, Appalachian Power (in Virginia, West Virginia), AEP Appalachian Power (in Tennessee), Indiana Michigan Power, Kentucky Power, Public Service of Oklahoma, and Southwestern Electric Power Company (in Arkansas, Louisiana and east Texas). AEP15369

Jul 20, 2011 4:30 PM ET - These are the last two videos demonstrating different scenarios illustrating what can happen if contact with electricity is made.  Please remember to always assume all electrical equipment is energized.  You can't see, hear or smell electricity.    About AEP - American Electric Power AEP ranks among the nation's largest generators of electricity, owning nearly 38,000 megawatts of generating capacity in the U.S.  AEP also owns the nation's largest electricity transmission system, a nearly 39,000-mile network that includes more 765 kilovolt extra-high voltage transmission lines than all other U.S. transmission systems combined.   AEP's utility units operate as AEP Ohio, AEP Texas, Appalachian Power (in Virginia, West Virginia), AEP Appalachian Power (in Tennessee), Indiana Michigan Power, Kentucky Power, Public Service of Oklahoma, and Southwestern Electric Power Company (in Arkansas, Louisiana and east Texas).   AEP15337

Jul 20, 2011 8:30 AM ET - You've heard that electricity can kill, but do you know how and why?  This video series explains why electricity is so dangerous and uses different scenarios to illustrate exactly what can happen if contact with electricity is made. About AEP - American Electric Power AEP ranks among the nation's largest generators of electricity, owning nearly 38,000 megawatts of generating capacity in the U.S.  AEP also owns the nation's largest electricity transmission system, a nearly 39,000-mile network that includes more 765 kilovolt extra-high voltage transmission lines than all other U.S. transmission systems combined.   AEP's utility units operate as AEP Ohio, AEP Texas, Appalachian Power (in Virginia, West Virginia), AEP Appalachian Power (in Tennessee), Indiana Michigan Power, Kentucky Power, Public Service of Oklahoma, and Southwestern Electric Power Company (in Arkansas, Louisiana and east Texas). AEP15286

Jul 15, 2011 2:00 PM ET - The final chapter in the video series titled Anatomy of an Electric System, illustrates the journey electricity takes to get to your home or business. It also reviews important safety information at each "stop" along the way. About AEP - American Electric Power AEP ranks among the nation's largest generators of electricity, owning nearly 38,000 megawatts of generating capacity in the U.S.  AEP also owns the nation's largest electricity transmission system, a nearly 39,000-mile network that includes more 765 kilovolt extra-high voltage transmission lines than all other U.S. transmission systems combined.   AEP's utility units operate as AEP Ohio, AEP Texas, Appalachian Power (in Virginia, West Virginia), AEP Appalachian Power (in Tennessee), Indiana Michigan Power, Kentucky Power, Public Service of Oklahoma, and Southwestern Electric Power Company (in Arkansas, Louisiana and east Texas). AEP15200

Jul 14, 2011 3:00 PM ET - Anatomy of a Distribution System is Chapter Three in the Anatomy of an Electric System video series. This chapter discusses how electricity is routed to your residence or business, explains the equipment on an electric distribution pole and related safety hazards, including what to do if an electric line falls on your vehicle. Click here to view Chapter Four: Electricity and Your Home or Business   About AEP - American Electric Power AEP ranks among the nation's largest generators of electricity, owning nearly 38,000 megawatts of generating capacity in the U.S.  AEP also owns the nation's largest electricity transmission system, a nearly 39,000-mile network that includes more 765 kilovolt extra-high voltage transmission lines than all other U.S. transmission systems combined.   AEP's utility units operate as AEP Ohio, AEP Texas, Appalachian Power (in Virginia, West Virginia), AEP Appalachian Power (in Tennessee), Indiana Michigan Power, Kentucky Power, Public Service of Oklahoma, and Southwestern Electric Power Company (in Arkansas, Louisiana and east Texas). AEP15195

Jul 14, 2011 1:00 PM ET - A new technology for the treatment of wastewater has been developed by General Electric, NRG Energy, and ConocoPhillips. The companies are supporting Israel-based Emefcy, developer of the Megawatter System, which uses bacteria to turn a regular wastewater treatment plant into an electricity-producing bioreactor that produces both clean water and electricity.  

Jul 14, 2011 8:00 AM ET - A $130 million contract has been awarded to GE Energy and Leighton Contractors to supply and install 22 GE 2.5-100 wind turbines for the Mumbida Wind Farm in Australia.

Jul 13, 2011 4:45 PM ET - Taking chances with electricity can cause injury or even death. Want to learn more about electricity and how to avoid potential electrical hazards? The Anatomy of an Electric System is a series of five videos that explain in easy-to-understand terms how electricity works and important safety measures that you need to understand to protect yourself and your family.  Chapter One, Electricity 101, explains how electricity works and what happens when you come into contact with electricity. Click here to view Chapter Two: Anatomy of a Transmission System   About AEP - American Electric Power AEP ranks among the nation's largest generators of electricity, owning nearly 38,000 megawatts of generating capacity in the U.S.  AEP also owns the nation's largest electricity transmission system, a nearly 39,000-mile network that includes more 765 kilovolt extra-high voltage transmission lines than all other U.S. transmission systems combined.   AEP's utility units operate as AEP Ohio, AEP Texas, Appalachian Power (in Virginia, West Virginia), AEP Appalachian Power (in Tennessee), Indiana Michigan Power, Kentucky Power, Public Service of Oklahoma, and Southwestern Electric Power Company (in Arkansas, Louisiana and east Texas).    AEP15082