WEC Energy Group Inc

WEC Energy Group Inc is a major American energy provider that delivers both regulated natural gas and electricity services along with regulated and nonregulated renewable energy solutions across the United States The companys operations are structured into six key segments Wisconsin Illinois Other States Electric Transmission NonUtility Energy Infrastructure and Corporate and Other WEC Energy is involved in a comprehensive range of energy activities encompassing the generation and distribution of electricity using a diverse mix of sources These include traditional fuels like coal natural gas and oil as well as sustainable options such as hydroelectric wind solar and biomass Additionally the company manages electric transmission provides retail natural gas distribution handles natural gas transportation and produces and sells steam As of December 31 2021 WEC Energy maintained an extensive infrastructure network This included approximately 35800 miles of overhead and 35600 miles of underground electrical distribution lines supported by 440 electric distribution substations and 510500 line transformers Its natural gas network comprised 50900 miles of distribution mains 1200 miles of transmission mains 23 million lateral service connections and 500 distribution and transmission gate stations Furthermore the company controlled underground natural gas storage facilities with a substantial working capacity of 682 billion cubic feet WEC Energy Group Inc was founded in 1981 It was previously known as Wisconsin Energy Corporation before officially changing its name in June 2015 The companys primary corporate offices are located in Milwaukee Wisconsin