Information
is Power
in This Business-Friendly Region that encompasses Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Maryland and New Jersey

The Right Mix of Assets

The FirstEnergy region is an attractive destination for businesses in a range of industries, from manufacturing to life sciences and data centers. It is a large and diverse geography, with different combinations of assets, depending on a company’s individual needs.

RELIABLE POWER

RELIABLE POWER

An upgraded east-to-west transmission system ensures that this region is serviced with the most reliable technology and competitive cost structures.

SKILLED LABOR

SKILLED LABOR

Well-funded public and private colleges and universities, from Penn State to Princeton, provide an abundance of science and technical programs.

BUSINESS FRIENDLY

BUSINESS FRIENDLY

Interstate highways, rail and ports enable quick access to major U.S. and International markets. Pro-business governments have a history of fair taxes and local incentives.

QUALITY OF LIFE

QUALITY OF LIFE

Major league and college sports teams, international cuisine, trendy neighborhoods, museums and national and state parks create the right environment for a balanced life in these five states.

Leading Industries in the FirstEnergy Region

Shale Gas

In the FirstEnergy region, shale gas is not only a fuel and energy source. It is also a fundamental building block in the chemical and plastics industries.

Automotive

In the FirstEnergy region, you will find several well-established automotive clusters, with an experienced workforce, as well as nearby suppliers and prospective customers.

Chemicals

The chemical industry has a large presence in each of the five states. Most of the FirstEnergy region is located over major shale formations, providing a ready supply of feedstock.

Data Centers

The data center market continues to grow because of high demand in the FirstEnergy region. Also, real estate is competitively priced, as compared to Chicago and New York.

Metals Producing and Fabricating

The concentration of metal producers and fabricators in the FirstEnergy region can be attributed to a superior infrastructure, experienced workforce and the well-established supply chain.

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Region at a Glance

Population 17,906,212
Labor Force 8,805,807
Industry Establishments 48,937

FirstEnergy – A Valued Resource on Your Journey