Potomac Electric Power Company, Electric utility in Washington D.C., United States.
Potomac Electric Power Company is an electric utility serving Washington D.C. and surrounding areas in Maryland with power distribution infrastructure. The company maintains an extensive grid of transmission lines and substations throughout the metropolitan region.
The company was founded in 1896, beginning with street lighting in Georgetown and Northwest D.C. under Oscar T. Crosby's direction. Throughout the 20th century, it grew into one of the region's largest electric utilities.
The company established multiple educational programs to teach local communities about electricity conservation and safety procedures throughout the metropolitan area.
Customers can report power outages and manage their accounts through the company's online platform and mobile apps. Customer service is also available for questions about power service or energy usage.
The company operates the Benning Road Power Plant, built in 1906, which was originally powered by steam and shaped the city's infrastructure. This facility reflects the industrial history of power generation in the capital.
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