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NRG Energy Honors Trailblazers at 6th Annual Excellence in Energy Awards

Celebrating Innovation, Leadership, and Community Impact in the Energy Sector

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NRG Energy, Inc. (NYSE: NRG) proudly recognized a group of outstanding business customers today for their leadership in advancing sustainability, community impact and energy efficiency during the company’s sixth annual Excellence in Energy Awards.

This annual recognition highlights organizations that are not only meeting today’s energy challenges but also helping to shape a cleaner, smarter energy future through innovation and action.

“Our customers continue to impress and inspire us every day,” said Robert J. Gaudette, Executive Vice President, President of NRG Business and Wholesale Operations. “Over the past six years, we have seen incredible dedication to progress in energy innovation and resilience. These awards are about honoring that commitment and looking ahead to the possibilities still to come.”

NRG is excited to announce the 2025 recipients of the Excellence in Energy Awards in the following categories:

Community Impact

Recognizing organizations that demonstrate outstanding support for local communities through philanthropic leadership and engagement.

Gold- H-E-B Grocery LP

Silver- Lighthouse Ministries International

Bronze- The Modern Maturity Center

Sustainability Leadership

Awarded to customers who have implemented forward-thinking practices with measurable environmental benefits.

Gold- Bank of Montreal

Silver- Edible Garden AG Inc

Bronze- Allegheny Health Network

Energy Efficiency

Highlighting achievements in reducing energy usage through innovative technologies, solutions, and facility upgrades.

Gold- Gettysburg Foundation

Silver- Texas A&M International University

Bronze- Tied Winners

WoodGreen Community Housing Inc. and Columbia University

Submissions for the awards came from NRG business customers, energy brokers, and account managers. NRG extends its congratulations to all the winners who continue to lead with purpose and drive real-world change across the energy landscape. The company looks forward to continuing this tradition of celebrating energy excellence in the years ahead.

About NRG

NRG Energy, Inc. is leading the future of energy—now. Our solutions power a smarter, brighter future by helping customers achieve today's goals while solving for the challenges of tomorrow. Every day, we deliver innovative natural gas, electricity, and smart home solutions to customers large and small across North America.

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609.524.4519
Erik.Linden@nrg.com

Investors:
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609.524.4767
Investor.relations@nrg.com

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Media:
Erik Linden
609.524.4519
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Investors:
Brendan Mulhern
609.524.4767
Investor.relations@nrg.com

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