The Pennsylvania Energy & Innovation Summit brought together key players in the energy industry, with a focus on innovation and infrastructure development. Essential Utilities, through its gas subsidiary Peoples Natural Gas, showcased its hydrogen and carbon black production pilot at the event. This initiative, in collaboration with H Quest and the University of Pittsburgh, aims to leverage Pennsylvania's natural gas abundance for sustainable energy solutions. Peoples Natural Gas also highlighted their support for workforce development, particularly in engineering and technology fields. The Summit featured discussions on $92 billion in investment in the state, with Essential Utilities committed to playing a significant role in modernizing gas, water, and wastewater infrastructure. Additionally, the company's involvement with the Energy Innovation Center Institute and the planned Infrastructure Academy Regional Training Facility underscore their dedication to advancing workforce training in the energy sector. Essential Utilities' ongoing efforts demonstrate their commitment to enhancing services, supporting communities, and driving innovation in the Keystone State.