Entered into an Equity Distribution Agreement on May 15, 2026, with a consortium of 16 major financial institutions. The program allows for the sale of common stock with an aggregate gross sales price of up to $1,000,000,000. This new agreement replaces a previous equity program from January 2024 which had approximately $84.9 million in unsold capacity. Sales may be conducted through 'at-the-market' offerings on the NYSE or through private transactions. The agreement includes provisions for forward sale agreements, allowing the company to hedge prices and defer share issuance. Net proceeds are earmarked for general corporate purposes, subsidiary capital expenditure programs, and the repayment of commercial paper.