Edison Snapshot
In business in Italy since the dawn of the electric age, Edison has grown to become Italy's leading independent power producer, with 12,100 MW of hydroelectric, fossil-fueled, and wind-powered generating capacity. Much of Edison's electricity goes to Italy's largest utility, Enel; Edison also sells power to commercial and industrial businesses. The company has a focus on natural gas exploration, production, and marketing. It also distributes gas directly to 171,900 retail customers. In 2009 Edison reported proved reserves of 35.5 billion cu. meters of natural gas equivalent. The company is controlled by Transalpina di Energia Srl (61%) and Electricité de France (19%).
