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CenterPoint Energy, Inc. (NYSE: CNP) is an energy delivery company with regulated electric transmission and distribution, power generation and natural gas distribution operations serving approximately 7 million metered customers in Indiana, Minnesota, Ohio and Texas. As the only investor‑owned electric and gas utility based in Texas, CenterPoint frequently issues news on its utility operations, capital plans, financing activities and corporate governance.
This news page aggregates company‑specific updates such as quarterly and annual earnings announcements, investor update presentations, and details on CenterPoint’s long‑term capital investment plan. Recent communications have included information on a record 10‑year capital investment plan focused on economic growth and system resiliency, as well as updates on demand growth in the Greater Houston area through its Houston Electric business.
Investors and analysts can also find coverage of CenterPoint’s financing and balance sheet actions, including cash tender offers for senior notes and general mortgage bonds, public offerings of junior subordinated notes, and private offerings of convertible senior notes. The company’s press releases further highlight regular quarterly common stock dividend declarations and the use of non‑GAAP financial measures alongside GAAP results in its earnings outlook.
In addition, CenterPoint’s news flow includes items on portfolio optimization, such as the announced sale of its Ohio natural gas local distribution company business to National Fuel Gas Company, and governance developments like amendments to its bylaws and changes to board leadership roles. This page provides a centralized view of these announcements so readers can review CenterPoint’s latest disclosures, strategic initiatives and regulatory communications in one place.
CenterPoint Energy has reported significant progress in Phase Two of its Greater Houston Resiliency Initiative (GHRI), installing over 7,060 storm-resilient poles in less than 100 days. Recent achievements include clearing 400+ miles of power lines from high-risk vegetation, undergrounding 40 miles of power lines, and installing 20 self-healing automation devices.
The initiative, aimed at building the most resilient coastal grid, is expected to reduce customer outage time by more than 125 million minutes annually. Future plans through May 31, 2025, include installing 4,500 automated reliability devices and establishing 100 new weather monitoring stations before the 2025 hurricane season.
CenterPoint Energy has announced comprehensive winter storm readiness actions for the 2025 season in Texas. The company has completed three critical preparations: inspecting and testing cold-weather critical equipment, submitting formal winter preparedness declarations to regulatory agencies, and coordinating emergency plans with utility partners.
Key actions include inspecting all 270 substations, installing heaters to prevent ice damage, maintaining freeze protection equipment, and conducting emergency training. The company participated in a joint exercise with ERCOT and other utility partners to prepare for extreme cold-weather events. Additionally, CenterPoint will launch a customer winter storm safety campaign to share vital safety information and resources with the Greater Houston community.
CenterPoint Energy has filed a settlement agreement with the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission for its 2023 rate case, which will adjust natural gas distribution service rates in 2024 and 2025. The agreement, reached with multiple intervening parties, aims to maintain safety and reliability for over 920,000 customers across 260 Minnesota communities. The settlement will enable infrastructure upgrades, support low-carbon technologies, and ensure compliance with federal regulations. The company plans to invest in pipeline replacement, system upgrades, and facility relocations. The Commission's decision is expected in 2025.
CenterPoint Energy has released its first progress update on Phase Two of the Greater Houston Resiliency Initiative (GHRI). In the first two months, the company has installed nearly 4,600 storm-resilient poles, placed over 100 miles of power lines underground, cleared more than 800 miles of hazardous vegetation, and installed self-healing automation devices. The initiative aims to reduce outage minutes by 125 million annually and build the most resilient coastal grid nationwide. Additionally, the company has completed all 42 critical actions committed post-Hurricane Beryl, including trimming vegetation from 2,000+ power line miles and installing 1,100+ storm-resilient poles.
CenterPoint Energy has completed all 42 initial post-Hurricane Beryl commitments ahead of schedule, focusing on strengthening its electric system and improving storm response. Phase One achievements include hardening 350 miles of power lines, trimming vegetation across 2,000+ miles, installing 1,100+ storm-resilient poles, and adding 300+ automated devices to reduce outages.
The company is now advancing to Phase Two of the Greater Houston Resiliency Initiative (GHRI), scheduled for completion before June 1, 2025. This phase includes installing 25,000 extreme-wind-standard poles, managing vegetation across 4,000 miles, adding 4,500 trip savers, and undergrounding 400+ miles of power lines, expected to reduce outage minutes by 125 million annually.
CenterPoint Energy has filed a securitization plan with the Public Utility Commission of Texas to manage approximately $450 million in emergency response costs from the May 2024 Derecho storm. The plan aims to spread costs over 15 years, resulting in an estimated $1 per month impact on customer bills while saving them over $50 million in interest charges. The Derecho caused about $5 billion in damages across Houston, requiring over 7,700 workers to restore power. The company restored service to 80% of affected customers within 72 hours, replacing 400 miles of electrical wires, 1,600 transformers, and 1,600 power poles. The final PUCT decision is expected in 2025.
CenterPoint Energy announced plans to resume settlement talks for its 2024 CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric rate case, which was previously requested to withdraw on August 1, 2024. The company has completed Phase One of the Greater Houston Resiliency Initiative, installing over 1,100 fiberglass poles, trimming 2,000+ miles of power lines, and adding 300+ automation devices. Phase Two aims to install 25,000 poles, trim 4,000 miles of power lines, add 4,500 automation devices, and underground 400+ miles of power lines before the 2025 hurricane season. The original rate case filing sought a net increase of approximately $1.25 per month for average residential customers using 1,000 kwh.
CenterPoint Energy announced that Hurricane Rafael is expected to weaken and remain in the southern Gulf of Mexico over the weekend, potentially bringing isolated rain and wind to Texas and Louisiana. While most company teams will resume normal operations, personnel will remain on standby to execute emergency preparedness plans if needed. The company does not anticipate engaging the 13,000 mutual assistance resources that were available for emergency response. CenterPoint encourages customers to review their emergency plans and access storm-related safety tips through their website.
CenterPoint Energy is actively monitoring Hurricane Rafael, currently a Category 3 storm, and implementing emergency preparedness protocols across its Gulf Coast service area. The company has suspended natural gas disconnections in Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi, and has identified over 13,000 mutual assistance resources for potential emergency response. While forecasts suggest the storm may head toward Mexico, CenterPoint remains prepared for any potential impacts on both electric and natural gas infrastructure. The company has enhanced its staffing plans and is ready to deploy resources for service restoration if needed.
CenterPoint Energy is preparing for potential impacts from Hurricane Rafael, now a Category 3 storm with 115 mph winds, across its Gulf Coast service area. The company has mobilized over 13,000 mutual assistance resources, implemented enhanced staffing plans, and suspended natural gas disconnections in Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi. While the Greater Houston area is not expected to be heavily impacted, the company is conducting pre-landfall emergency protocols and urging customers to take safety precautions. CenterPoint has enhanced its outage tracking capabilities and is encouraging customers to enroll in Power Alert Service® for updates.