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Our Commitment to Corporate Responsibility

Duquesne Light Company (DLC) is playing a vital role in helping the Pittsburgh region transition to a clean energy future that is greener and healthier for all. As we join our trusted partners in setting the stage for future generations to thrive, we're focused on delivering exceptional results today while boldly harnessing opportunities for tomorrow.

DLC is proud to be a Platinum Sustainable PGH Workplace. This designation recognizes businesses, nonprofits and organizations that have demonstrated a commitment to socially just and environmentally sustainable operations.

We welcome you to explore our steadfast commitment to corporate responsibility and the efforts we're making to enhance our environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategy.




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“Ensuring a clean energy future for all would not be possible without a solid understanding of and commitment to corporate responsibility. We are making significant strides in ensuring that everything we do has a positive impact on our employees, customers, communities and the environment. Our work is nowhere near finished, but I’m extremely optimistic about the progress we’ve made and the steps we’re taking to achieve our full potential.”

— Kevin Walker, President and CEO, Duquesne Light Holdings
 

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Environmental

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CLEAN ENERGY

Duquesne Light Company is here to power resilient, sustainable Pittsburgh communities and support clean energy growth in ways that benefit all customers. By supporting innovative energy solutions, DLC can help our communities transition to a clean energy future.  

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ELECTRIC VEHICLES

We’re leading the charge! Today our fleet includes electric sedans and pickup trucks, plug-in hybrid bucket trucks, electric forklift and more. We’re committed to 30x30 — by 2030, 30% of DLC’s fleet will be powered by electricity.


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COMPANY CULTURE

We believe that fostering a culture of inclusion and respect serves as a competitive advantage, enabling us to attract and retain a high performing workforce.

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COMMUNITY AND CORPORATE GIVING

We don't just power the lights; we empower lives. Our commitment to our customers and communities goes beyond our job description. DLC team members donate thousands of volunteer hours yearly and we donate millions of charitable dollars to the communities we serve.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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Governance


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CODE OF ETHICS

DLC is committed to maintaining the highest standards of business and ethics. We believe in providing a work environment that is respectful, and conducting itself in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations.

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INNOVATION CENTER

At DLC, we’re constantly searching for ways to improve how we provide safe, reliable and affordable energy to the Western Pennsylvania region. We take pride in creating groundbreaking strategies to achieve that goal