Electric Power Transmission, Distribution & Marketing
Industry Description
The US electric power transmission and distribution (electric energy distribution) industry includes about 1,200 companies with combined annual revenue of about $450 billion. Major companies include American Electric Power, Exelon, NextEra Energy, Pacific Gas & Electric, and Southern Company. The industry is highly concentrated: the 50 largest companies account for more than 80 percent of revenue.
SIC: 4911
NAICS: 221121, 221122
NAICS: 221121, 221122
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Top 5 Companies
| Company | Sales | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Otter Tail Corporation | 1,077.85M | Fergus Falls, MN |
Trends
New Types of Electricity Transmission - The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is working to...
Industry Indicator
Total US manufacturers' shipments, an indicator of demand for energy used in manufacturing operations, rose 11.5 percent in the first eleven months of 2011 compared to the same period in 2010.
Quarterly Industry Update
Illinois Approves Smart Grid Expansion - After much debate, Illinois lawmakers have enacted legislation to build out a statewide smart grid and update aging utility infrastructure. State utilities ComEd and Ameren...


