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    AES Corporation
    Electricity Generation

    AES Corporation

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    Founded 1981 Arlington County, Virginia CEO: Andrés R. Gluski
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    Andrés R. Gluski leads AES Corporation as Chief Executive Officer, steering the Arlington-based utility toward a future defined by clean energy solutions for corporate clients. The company operates across fifteen countries with a generation portfolio exceeding 32 gigawatts, employing roughly 10,500 people globally to manage assets ranging from thermal plants to wind and solar facilities.

    Unlike traditional utilities that focus on transmission grids, AES owns and runs generation assets directly. This strategy allows the firm to maintain control over production quality while delivering tailored carbon-free solutions to businesses worldwide. As a Fortune 500 company, it positions itself as the largest global supplier of clean energy to corporations, navigating complex regulatory landscapes in emerging economies while expanding renewable capacity in established markets.

    Recent strategic shifts highlight a continued evolution of the business model. In September 2026, Ohio regulators approved the sale of AES Ohio to a consortium led by Global Infrastructure Partners, a move that signaled ongoing portfolio optimization. While the parent company remains fully operational with active power plants in multiple nations, specific regional divestitures allow AES to focus resources on scalable, competitive energy delivery and decarbonization initiatives.

    Products & Sub-brands

    Thermal Power GenerationHydroelectric PowerWind EnergySolar EnergyCorporate Clean Energy Solutions

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Who owns AES Corporation?
    AES Corporation is a publicly traded company listed on the NYSE under the ticker symbol "AES," meaning it is owned by its shareholders rather than a single parent entity. Recent news indicates that its Ohio subsidiary is being sold to a consortium led by Global Infrastructure Partners.
    Who is the CEO of AES Corporation?
    Andrés R. Gluski serves as the Chief Executive Officer of AES Corporation, having succeeded previous leadership to steer the company's transition toward clean energy and global expansion.
    Is AES still in business?
    Yes, AES Corporation is fully operational and actively growing. Despite selling specific regional assets like AES Ohio to private equity firms, the parent company continues to operate power plants in 15 countries.
    What is the difference between AES and other utility companies?
    Unlike traditional utilities that often own transmission and distribution grids, AES focuses primarily on owning and operating generation assets (power plants) and providing corporate clean energy solutions at scale.
    How much is AES Corporation worth?
    As a publicly traded entity, its valuation fluctuates with the stock market. However, analysts recently flagged the stock as potentially undervalued ahead of its Ohio asset sale approval in September 2026.

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    independent power producerrenewable energycorporate clean energyglobal utilitiespower generation assetsFortune 500Arlington VirginiaGlobal Infrastructure Partners

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    Company Info

    Founded
    1981
    Founder
    Roger W. Sant
    CEO
    Andrés R. Gluski
    Headquarters
    Arlington County, Virginia
    Industry
    Electricity Generation
    Employees
    10500
    Generation Portfolio
    Over 32 gigawatts
    Countries of Operation
    15
    NYSE Ticker
    AES

    Official Website

    www.aes.com

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