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Avangrid Foundation Supports Future Energy Workforce Through Scholarships at Kennebec Valley Community College
Fairfield, ME — September 18, 2026 — The Avangrid Foundation, the philanthropic arm of leading energy company Avangrid Inc., a member of the Iberdrola Group, has awarded a $10,000 grant to Kennebec Valley Community College (KVCC) to support the Avangrid Foundation/Central Maine Power Scholarship Fund.
The funding will provide five $2,000 scholarships to students enrolled in KVCC's Electrical Lineworker Technology and Electrical Technology programs during the 2026-2027 academic year.
“As the energy industry continues to evolve, developing a strong pipeline of skilled workers is essential to maintaining a reliable and resilient electric grid,” said Avangrid CEO Jose Antonio Miranda. “Through our partnership with Kennebec Valley Community College, we are helping aspiring lineworkers access the education, training, and resources they need to succeed in rewarding careers that are essential to powering our communities.”
"For many students, the biggest obstacle to completing a workforce training program isn't determination or talent, it's access to resources”, said Pablo Colón, Director of Corporate Citizenship and Executive Director of the Avangrid Foundation. “These scholarships help remove some of those barriers so students can stay focused on developing the skills that will lead to successful careers.”
The scholarship fund helps reduce financial barriers for students pursuing careers in the skilled trades and supports the development of Maine's future energy workforce. Scholarship recipients may use the funding to help cover tuition, fees, tools, safety equipment, and other educational expenses that are often not fully covered by financial aid.
“Thank you for selecting me as a recipient of this scholarship. I am very honored. This money supports my journey and will help me thrive in the Electrical Lineworker Technology program here at KVCC. I am excited to continue developing my skills and reliability to become a devoted lineworker. Thank you again for your generosity and investment in the futures of young lineworkers,” said Avangrid Foundation/Central Maine Power Scholarship Fund awardee Drake Tracy.
The grant builds on the longstanding partnership between the Avangrid Foundation, Central Maine Power, and KVCC to support workforce development and prepare the next generation of lineworkers and energy professionals.
Media Contact
For media inquiries, email: corporatecommunications@avangrid.com
About Avangrid: Avangrid, Inc. is a leading U.S. energy company investing in grid infrastructure and power generation projects to deliver reliable energy and meet growing electricity demand. With approximately $50 billion in assets and operations across 25 states, Avangrid is helping modernize the U.S. electric grid, improve system resiliency, and support economic growth for the customers and communities it serves.
Avangrid owns and operates seven electric and natural gas utilities, serving more than 3.4 million customers in New York and New England. Avangrid also has nearly 100 energy generation facilities across the United States and more than 11 gigawatts of installed capacity. Avangrid has more than 8,300 employees and was named among the World's Most Ethical Companies in 2026 for the eighth consecutive year by the Ethisphere Institute. Avangrid is a member of the Iberdrola Group.
About Iberdrola: Iberdrola is one of the world's biggest energy companies and a leader in renewables, spearheading the energy transition to a low carbon economy. The group supplies energy to almost 100 million people in dozens of countries. With a focus on renewable energy, smart networks and smart solutions for customers, Iberdrola’s main markets include Europe (Spain, the United Kingdom, Portugal, France, Germany, Italy and Greece), the United States, Brazil, Mexico and Australia. The company is also present in growth markets such as Japan, Taiwan, Ireland, Sweden and Poland, among others.
With a workforce of nearly 40,000 and assets in excess of €141.7 billion, across the world, Iberdrola helps to support 400,000 jobs across its supply chain, with annual procurement of €12.2 billion. A benchmark in the fight against climate change, Iberdrola has invested more than €130 billion over the past two decades to help build a sustainable energy model, based on sound environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles.
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09/18/2026
Avangrid Foundation Supports Future Energy Workforce Through Scholarships at Kennebec Valley Community College
Avangrid Foundation Supports Future Energy Workforce Through Scholarships at Kennebec Valley Community College
Fairfield, ME — September 18, 2026 — The Avangrid Foundation, the philanthropic arm of leading energy company Avangrid Inc., a member of the Iberdrola Group, has awarded a $10,000 grant to Kennebec Valley Community College (KVCC) to support the Avangrid Foundation/Central Maine Power Scholarship Fund.
The funding will provide five $2,000 scholarships to students enrolled in KVCC's Electrical Lineworker Technology and Electrical Technology programs during the 2026-2027 academic year.
“As the energy industry continues to evolve, developing a strong pipeline of skilled workers is essential to maintaining a reliable and resilient electric grid,” said Avangrid CEO Jose Antonio Miranda. “Through our partnership with Kennebec Valley Community College, we are helping aspiring lineworkers access the education, training, and resources they need to succeed in rewarding careers that are essential to powering our communities.”
"For many students, the biggest obstacle to completing a workforce training program isn't determination or talent, it's access to resources”, said Pablo Colón, Director of Corporate Citizenship and Executive Director of the Avangrid Foundation. “These scholarships help remove some of those barriers so students can stay focused on developing the skills that will lead to successful careers.”
The scholarship fund helps reduce financial barriers for students pursuing careers in the skilled trades and supports the development of Maine's future energy workforce. Scholarship recipients may use the funding to help cover tuition, fees, tools, safety equipment, and other educational expenses that are often not fully covered by financial aid.
“Thank you for selecting me as a recipient of this scholarship. I am very honored. This money supports my journey and will help me thrive in the Electrical Lineworker Technology program here at KVCC. I am excited to continue developing my skills and reliability to become a devoted lineworker. Thank you again for your generosity and investment in the futures of young lineworkers,” said Avangrid Foundation/Central Maine Power Scholarship Fund awardee Drake Tracy.
The grant builds on the longstanding partnership between the Avangrid Foundation, Central Maine Power, and KVCC to support workforce development and prepare the next generation of lineworkers and energy professionals.
Media Contact
For media inquiries, email: corporatecommunications@avangrid.com
About Avangrid: Avangrid, Inc. is a leading U.S. energy company investing in grid infrastructure and power generation projects to deliver reliable energy and meet growing electricity demand. With approximately $50 billion in assets and operations across 25 states, Avangrid is helping modernize the U.S. electric grid, improve system resiliency, and support economic growth for the customers and communities it serves.
Avangrid owns and operates seven electric and natural gas utilities, serving more than 3.4 million customers in New York and New England. Avangrid also has nearly 100 energy generation facilities across the United States and more than 11 gigawatts of installed capacity. Avangrid has more than 8,300 employees and was named among the World's Most Ethical Companies in 2026 for the eighth consecutive year by the Ethisphere Institute. Avangrid is a member of the Iberdrola Group.
About Iberdrola: Iberdrola is one of the world's biggest energy companies and a leader in renewables, spearheading the energy transition to a low carbon economy. The group supplies energy to almost 100 million people in dozens of countries. With a focus on renewable energy, smart networks and smart solutions for customers, Iberdrola’s main markets include Europe (Spain, the United Kingdom, Portugal, France, Germany, Italy and Greece), the United States, Brazil, Mexico and Australia. The company is also present in growth markets such as Japan, Taiwan, Ireland, Sweden and Poland, among others.
With a workforce of nearly 40,000 and assets in excess of €141.7 billion, across the world, Iberdrola helps to support 400,000 jobs across its supply chain, with annual procurement of €12.2 billion. A benchmark in the fight against climate change, Iberdrola has invested more than €130 billion over the past two decades to help build a sustainable energy model, based on sound environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles.
