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Intelligent power management company - Eaton is adding a new clean energy project to drive carbon reduction at its operations in Wisconsin, advancing its commitment to achieve net-zero operations by 2050. The joint project with We Energies, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, and Eaton will help strengthen energy security, deliver cost-effective power to the grid, and reduce Eaton’s carbon footprint at five locations in Wisconsin, where the company conducts research and makes electrical infrastructure for utility, data center, large commercial, and industrial applications. Carbon reduction goals The initiative will support a 58% reduction in Eaton’s greenhouse gas emissions across the state since 2018 Once energized in early 2026, the 4-megawatt solar project located adjacent to Eaton’s Thomas A. Edison Technical Center is expected to meet 30% of the annual carbon reduction goals at five Eaton sites in Franksville, South Milwaukee, Menomonee Falls, and two Waukesha facilities. Combined with previous energy efficiency upgrades, the initiative will support a 58% reduction in Eaton’s greenhouse gas emissions across the state since 2018. Megatrends of electrification and digitalization “At Eaton, we’re tackling the energy transition from all angles — including right here in Wisconsin, where we produce the technologies essential to modernize the grid and support a cleaner, more resilient energy future,” said Guillaume Laur, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Power Delivery and Regulation, Electrical Sector at Eaton. Guillaume Laur adds, “Around the world, we’re leveraging the global megatrends of electrification and digitalization to unlock greater operational and environmental value from energy systems. This project marks another important milestone on our journey, and there is much more to come.” Renewable energy credits Eaton will provide the land for construction and receive renewable energy credits for delivering clean energy Under the agreement, We Energies will build, own, and operate the system on Eaton’s behalf. Eaton will provide the land for construction and receive renewable energy credits for delivering clean energy to the local grid. Eaton is also contributing engineering expertise and essential technologies to the project, including electrical transformers produced at its Waukesha, Wisconsin, manufacturing facility. Eaton’s Grid approach to the energy transition “We’re pleased to partner with Eaton to bring more renewable energy to Wisconsin,” said Mike Hooper — President, We Energies, adding “Our focus on reliable energy supports all of our customers and strengthens economic growth across the state.” The Franksville solar project is an example of Eaton’s Everything as a Grid approach to the energy transition that is shaping a future where homeowners, communities, and businesses can reduce the cost and environmental impact of energy through intelligent power management and on-site renewable energy production. The company has deployed multiple solar projects across its global operations since 2009, including a first-of-its-kind clean energy microgrid in Arecibo, Puerto Rico, completed in 2024.

Intelligent power management company - Eaton announced that Gerald Johnson has been elected to the company’s Board of Directors effective July 23, 2025. Gerald Johnson is the retired Executive Vice President (EVP), Global Manufacturing and Sustainability, of General Motors, where he led the company's global manufacturing operations, labor relations, and sustainable workplace practices. Roles of increasing responsibility Over the course of his career, spanning more than 40 years at GM, he oversaw safety, quality, and productivity, and held several roles of increasing responsibility, including Vice President, Manufacturing and Labor Relations, North America, and Vice President, Global Operational Excellence. He currently serves on the Board of Caterpillar Inc.  “With his extensive experience in global manufacturing, engineering, and operations, Gerald is a valuable addition to our Board,” said Paulo Ruiz, Eaton's Chief Executive Officer (CEO), adding “As we continue our strategy to execute for growth at Eaton, I’m confident that Gerald’s breadth of experience and proven performance in operations excellence, along with his strong customer focus, will serve our company well.”

Intelligent power management company Eaton announced that Lucy Clark Dougherty has been named general counsel, effective January 27, 2025. Dougherty will succeed Taras “Terry” Szmagala Jr. as executive vice president and chief legal officer upon his retirement, effective April 4, 2025. In this role, Dougherty will serve as counsel to Eaton’s executive management team and its Board of Directors, and will lead the company’s global Legal organization, including the Corporate Governance and Compliance functions. Eaton's leadership team Dougherty will report to Ruiz, president and CEO of Eaton, and join firm's executive leadership team Dougherty will report to Paulo Ruiz, president and chief operating officer, Eaton, and will join the company’s executive leadership team upon her appointment to executive vice president and chief legal officer, effective April 5, 2025. “Over his nearly 18 years with Eaton, Terry has distinguished himself as a results-focused and community-minded pioneer,” said Craig Arnold, chairman and chief executive officer. “Terry has built and led a strong Legal team that brings deep expertise and value to our businesses while demonstrating an exceptional commitment to improving the communities where we operate. I thank him for his service to our company and wish him well in retirement.” Prior roles of Dougherty Dougherty joins Eaton from Polaris, an American global power sports manufacturer, where she served as senior vice president, general counsel, and secretary. In this role, she led the company’s global legal, government relations, trade, and product compliance organization and served as a member of the executive leadership team. Prior to this appointment, Lucy held various deputy general counsel and leadership roles with General Motors. Earlier in her career, Dougherty served as counsel inside the U.S. Department of Justice and as associate general counsel in the Office of Homeland Security before being named chief legal officer of the Department of Homeland Security and counsel to the secretary of Homeland Security. Education Background of Dougherty  Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to protecting the environment Dougherty holds a bachelor’s degree in history from Yale University, a master’s degree in history from the University of Virginia, and a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Michigan Law School. She currently serves on the board of directors of Hertz Global Holdings. Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to protecting the environment and improving the quality of life for people everywhere. They make products for the data center, utility, industrial, commercial, machine building, residential, aerospace, and mobility markets. Power management challenges They are guided by the commitment to do business right, to operate sustainably and to help the customers manage power ─ and well into the future. By capitalizing on the global growth trends of electrification and digitalization, they’re accelerating the planet’s transition to renewable energy sources, helping to solve the world’s most urgent power management challenges, and building a more sustainable society for people today and generations to come. Eaton was founded in 1911 and has been listed on the New York Stock Exchange for more than a century. They reported revenues of $23.2 billion in 2023 and serve customers in more than 160 countries.