American Electric Power Company, Inc. (AEP) functions as an electric utility holding enterprise, primarily engaged in the production, conveyance, and provision of electrical power to both individual consumers and bulk purchasers throughout the United States. Its operations are structured into distinct divisions, namely Vertically Integrated Utilities, Transmission and Distribution Utilities, AEP Transmission Holdco, and Generation & Marketing. AEP's power generation portfolio is diverse, encompassing a variety of energy sources such as coal, lignite, natural gas, nuclear, hydroelectric, solar, wind, and others.