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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 reached a settlement agreement in its 2024 Houston Electric Rate Case that will result in approximately $50 million less annual revenue through roughly 2029. The settlement, pending PUCT approval, will reduce customer bills by about $1 monthly, representing a 2% decrease for residential customers using 1,000 kWh per month.
The company has invested $8 billion in grid improvements since 2019, including 2,200 miles of new distribution lines, 100+ miles of transmission lines, and eight new substations. The settlement includes CenterPoint's proposal to relocate 15 large emergency generation units to San Antonio for two years starting Spring 2025, helping address ERCOT's regional energy shortfall without generating profit for CenterPoint.
Notable achievements include installing 437 Intelligent Grid Switching Devices, resulting in over 80 million minutes of avoided customer outages in 2023. CenterPoint's rates have remained relatively flat over the last decade, staying below annual inflation of 2.8%, and were the lowest among Texas peer utilities in 2024.
CenterPoint Energy (CNP) successfully maintained power for over 99% of its Greater Houston area customers during Winter Storm Enzo, demonstrating strong operational resilience. The company mobilized approximately 3,000 frontline electric workers, including 1,200 mutual aid workers who were later released as conditions improved.
Key actions included deploying four temporary generation units to local warming centers, conducting outreach to critical care customers, and maintaining consistent customer communication through multiple channels. As of noon, the company deactivated its Emergency Operations Center and returned to normal operations.
The company's preparedness measures and quick response to scattered outages across its 12-county service area helped minimize storm impacts. CenterPoint continues to provide customers access to its Power Alert Service® and cloud-based Outage Tracker for real-time updates and service information.
CenterPoint Energy (CNP) reports successful management of Winter Storm Enzo's impact across its Texas service area, with more than 99.9% of customers maintaining power as of 9 p.m. Tuesday. The company has restored service to approximately 28,500 customers since midnight and mobilized about 3,000 frontline workers, including local crews, contractors, and mutual aid personnel.
The company has implemented several key response measures, including deploying four temporary generation units to local warming centers, conducting outreach to critical care customers, and coordinating with government officials. Despite the storm's exit, sub-freezing temperatures are expected to persist overnight, and crews continue to address scattered outages and prepare for potential impacts from the deep freeze.
CenterPoint Energy (CNP) reported that 99.9% of its Greater Houston area customers maintain power service despite the ongoing Winter Storm Enzo. The company has restored power to approximately 18,700 customers since the storm began, with only 2,800 customers currently experiencing outages. Around 3,000 personnel, including 1,200 mutual aid workers, are actively responding to scattered outages across the 12-county service area.
The company has deployed four temporary generation units to local warming centers and maintains its Emergency Operations Center activation. CenterPoint is coordinating with state and local emergency partners while serving its 2.8 million customers. The National Weather Service's Winter Storm Warning remains in effect through 6 p.m. today, with an Extreme Cold Watch following until Wednesday morning.
CenterPoint Energy (CNP) is preparing for Winter Storm Enzo, expected to impact the Greater Houston area starting Monday evening. The company has secured 1,200 additional mutual aid workers and is setting up three staging sites to support potential restoration efforts.
The National Weather Service has upgraded to a Winter Storm Warning for Southeast Texas from 6 p.m. Monday through 6 p.m. Tuesday. ERCOT issued a Weather Watch from Monday to Wednesday due to extreme cold weather, though grid conditions are expected to remain normal.
The company has implemented its cold weather readiness plan, including infrastructure winterization across Texas and securing additional call center resources. CenterPoint serves 2.8 million electric customers and has established multiple communication channels, including their Storm Center and Power Alert Service®, to keep customers informed during the weather event.
CenterPoint Energy is preparing for a significant winter storm expected to hit the Greater Houston area starting Monday evening. The company has secured 1,200 additional mutual aid workers arriving Monday and is establishing three staging sites for potential restoration efforts. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for Southeast Texas from 6:00 p.m. Monday through 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, with forecasts predicting freezing precipitation and accumulation.
ERCOT has issued a Weather Watch for January 20-23 due to expected extreme cold weather, higher electrical demand, and potential lower reserves. CenterPoint has implemented its cold weather readiness plan, including infrastructure winterization and coordination with emergency responders. The company has also launched its Winter Energy Guide, providing safety tips and resources for customers during the winter heating season.
CenterPoint Energy (CNP) is preparing for severe cold weather and potential icy conditions in the Greater Houston area during the MLK Jr. Holiday weekend. The company has secured 1,200 additional mutual aid workers, including 430 vegetation management workers and 750 line workers, to support potential restoration efforts.
ERCOT has issued a Weather Watch for January 20-23 due to expected extreme cold weather, higher electrical demand, and potential lower reserves, though grid conditions are currently expected to be normal. CenterPoint has implemented a cold weather action plan, including infrastructure winterization across Texas and coordination with emergency responders.
The company has launched its Winter Energy Guide, an online resource hub providing safety, energy savings, and bill management tips. CenterPoint emphasizes safety measures regarding downed power lines, portable generators, space heaters, and natural gas safety during winter conditions.
CenterPoint Energy (NYSE: CNP) has announced its Fourth Quarter & Full Year 2024 Earnings Conference Call, scheduled for January 16, 2025, at 7:00 a.m. Central time (8:00 a.m. Eastern time). The earnings webcast will be accessible through the company's investor relations website.
CenterPoint Energy is Texas's only investor-owned electric and gas utility, serving over 7 million metered customers across six states: Indiana, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Ohio, and Texas. The company operates electric transmission and distribution, power generation, and natural gas distribution services. As of December 31, 2023, CenterPoint Energy held approximately $40 billion in assets and employed around 9,000 people.
CenterPoint Energy is implementing its cold weather readiness plan for the second major cold snap of 2025 expected to impact its Texas service territory over the holiday weekend. The company has completed pre-winter preparations and is actively monitoring weather forecasts through its Emergency Response and Meteorology teams.
Key preparedness actions include:
- Inspection of all 270 substations and critical equipment
- Installation of heaters and ice prevention devices
- Completion of approximately 3,500 miles of high-risk tree trimming since August 2024
- Deployment of cold weather mitigations across electric and gas infrastructure
The forecast indicates potential ice and snow accumulation in the Greater Houston area beginning on MLK Day. CenterPoint has submitted its annual winter readiness declarations to both ERCOT and the Railroad Commission of Texas, demonstrating compliance with regulatory requirements adopted in 2021.
CenterPoint Energy (CNP) has announced the launch of state-specific social media accounts on X (formerly Twitter) for Texas, Indiana, Ohio, and Minnesota, starting in 2025. This initiative aims to provide more tailored local content and information to customers across its multi-state service territory.
The new accounts will share state-specific updates on company news, energy industry issues, weather updates, energy efficiency tips, emergency response, and outage information. The accounts can be found as @CenterPoint_TX, @CenterPoint_IN, @CenterPoint_OH, and @CenterPoint_MN. The company will maintain geotargeting on Facebook and Nextdoor, while LinkedIn and Instagram remain enterprise-level channels.
Customers in Louisiana and Mississippi will continue using the main @CenterPoint account until the completion of the previously announced natural gas assets sale in Q1 2025.