
About CenterPoint Energy
CenterPoint Energy is a trusted energy partner for our communities and customers, and we are committed to doing our part to transition toward a cleaner energy future.
As the only investor owned electric and gas utility based in Texas, CenterPoint Energy is an energy delivery company with electric transmission and distribution, power generation and natural gas distribution operations that serve more than 7 million metered customers in Indiana, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Ohio and Texas.
Providing Safe, Reliable Delivery of Electricity and Natural Gas to Our Customers and Value to Our Shareholders, Stakeholders and Communities
As of September 30 2022, the company owned approximately $35 billion in assets.
With approximately 8,900 employees, CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years.
We look forward to bringing new, innovative technologies to our emissions-reduction efforts, while maintaining safety, affordability, reliability and quality of life.
Committed to Delivering A Cleaner Energy Future

Net-zero Emissions by 2035

Affordable Conservation and Energy-Efficiency Programs

Renewables and Alternative Fuel Programs

Pilot Programs and Innovative Technologies

Sustainable Infrastructure
OUR OPERATIONS
As of December 31, 2021
CenterPoint Energy is an energy delivery company with electric transmission and distribution, power generation and natural gas distribution operations that serve more than 7 million metered customers in Arkansas, Indiana, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Ohio, Oklahoma and Texas.
Electric Transmission & Distribution and Power Generation
Electric Transmission & Distribution
We own and maintain the wires, poles and associated electric infrastructure serving more than 2.8 million metered customers in the greater Houston area and in southwestern Indiana.
Power Generation
We also own and operate nearly 1,300 megawatts of electric generation capacity in Indiana. Our employees are committed to the reliable delivery of electricity generated by power plants and renewable energy resources to homes and businesses.

As of December 31, 2021

As of December 31, 2021
Natural Gas Distribution
As of December 31, 2021, we sold and delivered natural gas to 4.7 million homes and businesses in eight states: Arkansas, Indiana, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Ohio, Oklahoma and Texas, including the high-growth areas of Houston and Minneapolis. On January 10, 2022, CenterPoint Energy closed on the sale of our local distribution companies in Oklahoma and Arkansas.
We’re continuing to invest in modernizing our natural gas infrastructure and are committed to eliminating the remaining cast-iron pipe in our system.
Competitive Energy Business
Our competitive energy businesses include energy-related services, energy efficiency and sustainability solutions; and owning and operating intrastate natural gas pipeline systems. Our competitive energy businesses’ footprint spans more than 20 states.

CenterPoint Energy Combined Service Area
As of December 31, 2021

CenterPoint Energy is committed to providing investors and other stakeholders with information about the company’s environmental, social and governance (ESG) priorities and key issues, while also highlighting relevant data and examples. Our ESG reporting discusses our business, operations and strategies; how we engage with our stakeholders, approach environmental stewardship, support our communities, and provide a safe, inclusive workplace; and our plans to achieve our net-zero energy objectives.