OGE Energy : Village Verde and OG&E team up to develop electric vehicle-ready subdivision in Oklahoma City

Village Verde and OG&E team up to develop electric vehicle-ready

subdivision in Oklahoma City

480-acre green housing development in OKC to increase EV usage, energy

efficiency

Village Verde General Manager Kelly Parker evaluates the new infrastructure and equipment that will be installed by OG&E at the site of the new section of the development. OG&E is partnering with the developer to ensure new homes built in the subdivision will be electric vehicle ready.

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OKLAHOMA CITY (Sept. 26, 2023) - Oklahoma Gas and Electric Company (OG&E) and Village Verde, a 480-acre community located in northwest Oklahoma City, recently teamed up on a unique project to ensure all new homes in the eco-friendly subdivision will be fully electric vehicle (EV) ready.

With a rising demand for EVs and the developer's efforts toward sustainability, Village Verde General Manager Kelly Parker, P.E., knew the newest section of the thriving neighborhood needed a plan to provide future residents with electric vehicle charging capabilities.

"It's one thing to have a few people around the neighborhood decide they want to install 240-volt EV chargers in their garage," Parker said. "But when we're talking about 62 homes now and 700-800 more in the future sections, I knew we needed to reach out to OG&E to ensure we had the infrastructure in place to support the additional, future power needs."

OG&E responded by working directly with Village Verde's team to ensure every new development in the subdivision will be EV ready with safe access to a dedicated 240V power supply by expanding the grid infrastructure where the new homes will be built.

"EVs and EV chargers are convenient, cost-effective and eco-friendly. By ensuring our customers' homes are EV ready, we're empowering them to minimize their environmental footprint and move toward a greener, cleaner future," said Parker.

Development plans call for many more sections to be built within the Village Verde overall subdivision, which will eventually hold more than 700 homes.

"At OG&E, we want to help our customers save money while encouraging renewables and responsible use of the energy grid. This project with Village Verde checks all those boxes," said Aaron Cooper, manager of corporate communications at OG&E. "This is the first time we have worked with a developer in Oklahoma City to ensure the new residents will have EV-ready homes. It's exciting to help our customers find solutions that help meet their energy and environmental goals. We appreciate the opportunity to work with Village Verde on this innovative and unique development."

Supporting projects like Village Verde is one example of OG&E's commitment to serving as a resource for EV customers. The local electric company's online EV calculatorhelps those considering purchasing an EV determine potential fuel savings and make informed decisions on EV investments. To further energize EV usage, OG&E offers rebates and other incentives for drivers, builders and homebuyers alike who install EV- ready chargers. To learn more about OG&E's EV resources, visit oge.com/electric- vehicles.

OG&E is dedicated to providing unique energy solutions that best fit each customer's needs. From LED lighting to efficiency programs, to renewable energy sources such as solar, wind and geothermal power, OG&E truly energizes the communities it serves and continues to lead the state in innovative energy solutions. Learn more at oge.com/energy-solutions.

An innovative, first-of-its-kind real estate project with the cooperation of the Commissioners of Land Office, Village Verde is a unique blend of residential, commercial and common spaces built with environmental sustainability and energy efficiency as a requirement. Green design elements include designs for south-facing roofs allowing for maximum production of solar energy, efficient water drainage features that reduce rainwater runoff waste and sprinklers that promote water conservation. Additionally, the several parks, walking trails and playgrounds, as well as a future Farmers Market,

encourage active lifestyles, reduce harmful automobile emissions and connect community members to each other and the beautiful outdoors.

"We couldn't have made this happen without OG&E," said Parker. "The electric company has stepped up to make our community a greener place to live, and we're grateful to partner with such an impactful organization to set new standards in the sustainable housing industry."

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About OG&E

Oklahoma Gas and Electric Company, a subsidiary of OGE Energy Corp. (NYSE: OGE), is Oklahoma's largest electric company. For 121 years, we have provided customers in Oklahoma and western Arkansas with the safe, reliable electricity needed to power their businesses and homes with some of the nation's lowest electric rates, according to S&P Global Market Intelligence. Our employees are committed to generating and delivering electricity, protecting the environment, and providing excellent service to approximately 892,000 customers. OG&E's 7,240 MW of electric generation capacity is fueled by natural gas, wind, low-sulfurcoal, and solar. OG&E employees live, work, and volunteer in the communities we serve. For more information about OG&E, visit us atOGE.comor follow us onFacebook,LinkedInandInstagram.

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