[8-K] WEC Energy Group, Inc. Reports Material Event

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

WEC Energy Group (NYSE:WEC) filed an 8-K announcing that its subsidiary Wisconsin Electric Power Company plans to extend the operating lives of units 7 and 8 at the Oak Creek Power Plant through the end of 2026. The filing also mentions upcoming investor meetings with presentation materials included as exhibits. This operational extension appears aimed at meeting high energy demand periods.

Positive

• Strategic extension of power plant operations to meet high energy demand periods
• Proactive capacity management approach to ensure power supply reliability

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• None.

Insights

Energy Infrastructure Analyst

Strategic power plant life extension signals proactive capacity management amid growing energy demand concerns.

The decision to extend Oak Creek units 7 and 8 operations through 2026 represents a calculated move to maintain grid reliability during peak demand periods. This approach provides operational flexibility while potentially deferring immediate capital expenditure on replacement capacity. The extension suggests management is taking a measured approach to the energy transition, balancing reliability requirements with long-term sustainability goals.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of report (Date of earliest event reported):

June 25, 2025

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Commission File Number

Registrant; State of Incorporation; Address; and Telephone Number

IRS Employer Identification No.

001-09057

WEC ENERGY GROUP, INC.

39-1391525

(A Wisconsin Corporation)

231 West Michigan Street

P.O. Box 1331

Milwaukee, WI 53201

(414) 221-2345

001-01245 WISCONSIN ELECTRIC POWER COMPANY 39-0476280

(A Wisconsin Corporation)

231 West Michigan Street

P.O. Box 2046

Milwaukee, WI 53201

(414) 221-2345

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Registrant

Title of each class

Trading Symbol(s)

Name of each exchange on which registered

WEC Energy Group, Inc.

Common Stock, $.01 Par Value

WEC

New York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

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Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

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ITEM 7.01 REGULATION FD DISCLOSURE.

Representatives of WEC Energy Group, Inc. (“WEC Energy Group”) will be participating in upcoming meetings with investors. Attached as Exhibit 99.1 are the presentation slides to be used at such meetings.

ITEM 8.01 OTHER EVENTS

On June 25, 2025, Wisconsin Electric Power Company (“WE”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, Inc. (the “Company”), issued a news release announcing plans to extend the operating lives of units 7 and 8 at the Oak Creek Power Plant. WE expects to have the units available to meet high energy demand periods through the end of 2026.

A copy of the news release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.2 and is incorporated herein by reference.

Forward-looking statements

Certain statements contained in this Current Report on Form 8-K are “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These statements are based upon management’s current expectations and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause our actual results to differ materially from those contemplated in the statements. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these statements. Forward-looking statements include, among other things, statements concerning management’s expectations and projections regarding power supply, customer demand, and new generation projects. In some cases, forward-looking statements may be identified by reference to a future period or periods or by the use of forward-looking terminology such as “anticipates,” “believes,” “estimates,” “expects,” “forecasts,” “guidance,” “intends,” “may,” “objectives,” “plans,” “possible,” “potential,” “projects,” “should,” “targets,” “will” or similar terms or variations of these terms.

Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated in any forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to: general economic conditions, including business and competitive conditions in the company’s service territories; timing, resolution and impact of rate cases and other regulatory decisions; the company’s ability to continue to successfully integrate the operations of its subsidiaries; availability of the company’s generating facilities and/or distribution systems; unanticipated changes in fuel and purchased power costs; key personnel changes; unusual, varying or severe weather conditions; continued industry restructuring and consolidation; continued advances in, and adoption of, new technologies that produce power or reduce power consumption; energy and environmental conservation efforts; electrification initiatives, mandates and other efforts to reduce the use of natural gas; the company’s ability to successfully acquire and/or dispose of assets and projects and to execute on its capital plan; terrorist, physical or cyber-security threats or attacks and data security breaches; construction risks; labor disruptions; equity and bond market fluctuations; changes in the company’s and its subsidiaries’ ability to access the capital markets; changes in tax legislation or our ability to use certain tax benefits and carryforwards; changes in and uncertainty around federal, state, and local legislation and regulation, including changes resulting from the current U.S. presidential administration, as well as in rate-setting policies or procedures and environmental standards, in the enforcement of these laws and regulations and in the interpretation of regulations or permit conditions by regulatory agencies; supply chain disruptions; inflation; political or geopolitical developments impacting the global economy, supply chain and fuel prices generally, including as a result of changes to U.S. and foreign government trade policies or from ongoing, escalating, or expanding regional or international conflicts; the impact from any health crises, including epidemics and pandemics; current and future litigation and regulatory investigations, proceedings or inquiries; the ability of the Company to successfully and/or timely adopt new technologies, including artificial intelligence; the financial performance of the American Transmission Company as well as projects in which the company’s energy infrastructure business invests; the ability of the company to obtain

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additional generating capacity at competitive prices; and other factors described under the heading “Factors Affecting Results, Liquidity and Capital Resources” in Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations and under the headings “Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Information” and “Risk Factors” contained in the company’s Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, and in subsequent reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Except as may be required by law, the company expressly disclaims any obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking information.

ITEM 9.01 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS

(d) Exhibits

99.1			Presentation slides
99.2			Press Release
104			Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
			WEC ENERGY GROUP, INC.
			(Registrant)
			/s/ William J. Guc
Date: June 25, 2025			William J. Guc – Vice President and Controller
			WISCONSIN ELECTRIC POWER COMPANY
			(Registrant)
			/s/ William J. Guc
Date: June 25, 2025			William J. Guc – Vice President and Controller

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FAQ

What changes did WEC Energy Group announce for its Oak Creek Power Plant?

WEC Energy Group announced that units 7 and 8 at the Oak Creek Power Plant will continue operating through the end of 2026 to meet high energy demand periods.

How long will the Oak Creek Power Plant units 7 and 8 remain operational?

The units will remain operational through the end of 2026, specifically to meet high energy demand periods.

What is the purpose of WEC's investor meetings mentioned in the 8-K?

Representatives of WEC Energy Group will be participating in meetings with investors, with presentation slides attached as Exhibit 99.1 to the filing.