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Empowering Kentucky's economy

LG&E and KU are proud partners in powering Kentucky's thriving business scene and balanced lifestyle. Start or grow your company in a place where life moves at just the right speed. Visit newkentuckyhome.ky.gov to learn more.

Our energies go to powering businesses and empowering growth.

Often recognized as a top U.S. utility for corporate facility investment and job creation, LG&E and KU supported 42 project announcements, representing 45% of statewide announcements in 2023. This resulted in the creation of 2,288 jobs and $1.3 billion in announcement capital investment. In addition, 20 Opportunity Kentucky grants totaling $1.7 million were committed to communities for site development for new and or expanding businesses.

LG&E and KU’s resources, experience and knowledge base are available to assist you each step of the way, from site evaluation to implementation and ongoing support.

Kentucky is the right place for your business

With competitive electric rates, excellent reliability, a focus on the customer, and a business-friendly climate, there’s no question that Kentucky is the place for business.

Start planning your business success with us. Use our site selection tools to find available properties in one of our outstanding communities, examine our featured properties or find sites and buildings based on your criteria. Once you find a property, use our reports for further analysis.

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Empowering the industries we serve

We are the energy provider for some of the largest industries in Kentucky. From automotive and manufacturing, to aerospace and logistics, businesses can have confidence in LG&E and KU by looking at the customers we serve and the enormity of their operations.

Empowering sustainability in Kentucky

Have sustainability goals? We’ve got you covered. At LG&E and KU, we’re expanding our energy portfolio to offer more renewable options and help businesses meet their sustainability goals.

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Project funding and bill credits

The Opportunity Kentucky grant assists communities with site development for new or expanding businesses. The Opportunity Kentucky bill credit offers an incentive to new and existing customers to help launch their investments.

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Economic development team members

Meet our team of Business and Economic Development professionals.

Is your business looking for a new location to grow or launch operations? If so, we're here to support your business needs.