Overview

EEI’s member companies are heavily engaged in supporting the growth, development, and well-being of the communities they are proud to serve. To highlight the outstanding work EEI member companies do to foster the growth of their communities, the EEI Corporate Citizenship Award recognizes some of the most innovative engagement initiatives in the energy industry. 

Application Process

Applications for the 2025 Corporate Citizenship Award will open May 1, 2025. The deadline for applications to be submitted is July 18, 2025. 

2024 EEI Corporate Citizenship Award

2024 EEI Corporate Citizenship Award Winner

Portland General Electric: Project Zero

Project Zero, Portland General Electric’s signature corporate citizenship initiative, invests in youth who represent a formidable voice in our clean energy future as tomorrow’s work force, consumers and leaders. This program targets young people, especially those from marginalized communities, empowering them to act to ensure a healthier planet.

This project addresses the gaps in clean energy learning pathways by partnering with community-based and culturally specific organizations to:

  • Create a portfolio of experiences that engages young people in learning about climate and clean energy
  • Facilitate opportunities to solve complex societal problems
  • Empower youth to take long-term action on environmental issues they care about

2024 Nominees