Key Players

Louisville Gas & Electric (LG&E) and Kentucky Utilities (KU):

• • These companies, under the PPL Corporation umbrella, are major providers, serving a large portion of Kentucky's population.

  • They have a significant presence and impact on the state's residential electricity market.

  • Due to their large service area, and customer base they are at the top of the list.

Duke Energy:

• • Duke Energy also has a presence in Kentucky, providing electricity to certain regions.

Electric Membership Cooperatives (EMCs):

• • Kentucky has a network of EMCs that provide electricity, particularly in rural areas.

  • East Kentucky Power Cooperative (EKPC) plays a significant role in generating and transmitting wholesale energy to these EMCs.

  • While individually they serve smaller areas, collectively they are a very large provider.

Factors to Consider

• It's important to remember that the "best" provider can vary depending on individual needs and location.

• EMCs, as cooperatives, have a different structure and priorities compared to investor-owned utilities like LG&E/KU and Duke Energy.