New Power Generation & FirstEnergy

• Chris Beam, FirstEnergy

Hear from Chris Beam, Vice President of Generation Project Development at FirstEnergy, who has more than three decades of experience in the energy industry and now leads FirstEnergy’s efforts to develop new generation resources that strengthen reliability and keep energy costs competitive for businesses like yours.

Chris will share details on our planned natural gas and solar facilities—critical projects outlined in the recent filing of the MonPower/Potomac Edison Integrated Resource Plan (IRP)—designed to ensure dependable power for West Virginia’s manufacturers and West Virginians while supporting long-term affordability.

These investments will help meet growing industrial demand, reduce risk of supply disruptions, and provide a diverse energy mix that positions our region for economic growth.

Chris will walk through project timelines, technology choices, and how these initiatives align with FirstEnergy’s commitment to delivering reliable, cost-effective energy solutions for their customers.