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About Us


WHO IS RRI ENERGY?

RRI Energy, Inc. (NYSE: RRI) based in Houston, owns and operates a diverse portfolio of power generation facilities in nine states and is one of the leading providers of electricity in competitive markets in the United States with a total operating capacity of more than 14,000 megawatts.

The company is strongly committed to employee safety and caring for the environment and the communities where we operate, while providing reliable, affordable power to our customers. Our power generation assets are located in key power consuming regions of the country and include a combination of base-load, intermediate and peaking units. These assets use coal, natural gas and oil in generating electricity.

In addition to our generation capacity, RRI Energy's Commercial Operations Team works closely with Plant Operations to economically dispatch RRI's generation fleet and effectively manage economic and operational risk by selling energy and purchasing fuel for the fleet.

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WHAT DOES RRI DO TO HELP THE ENVIRONMENT?

At RRI Energy, one of our core values is caring for the environment and communities where we do business while ensuring a safe and healthy workplace. The company recognizes its responsibility to produce reliable, affordable electricity, while serving as outstanding environmental stewards. By developing innovative, market-based answers, the company aspires to solve the nation’s energy and environmental challenges. For more details, visit our Environmental page.

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Careers

HOW DO I SEARCH FOR JOBS AT RRI Energy?

To learn more about working for RRI, search jobs and submit your resumé, visit our Careers site. (Please note that we only accept resumés submitted via our Web site.)

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HOW DO I SEARCH FOR SPECIFIC POSITIONS?

On our Job Search page, you can search for employment opportunities by category, location or keyword.

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I RECENTLY APPLIED FOR A POSITION ONLINE. WHAT IS THE NEXT STEP?

When you apply for a position listed on our Job Search page you'll receive an email confirming receipt of your resume. Our Human Resources representatives will then evaluate your qualifications and contact you with next steps if you're selected to move forward. Please note that due to the large volume of applications we receive, it could be several weeks before we contact you, and we appreciate your patience.

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CAN YOU TELL ME IF A JOB HAS BEEN FILLED?

Generally speaking, positions that appear on our Careers Web site are open and active, even though the interview process may have begun. If you do not see a particular position, it has been filled or we are no longer seeking candidates for that position.

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I SAW A POSITION THAT WOULD BE PERFECT FOR ONE OF MY FRIENDS. CAN I SEND THE JOB TO HIM/HER?

Definitely, and we encourage you to do so. At the bottom of the job description, click on the "Send this job to a friend" icon. You'll then be prompted to enter your friend's email address, your email address and a brief message. Click "Send," and your friend will shortly receive an email with a direct link to the job page.

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A RRI EMPLOYEE REFERRED ME FOR A JOB. HOW DO I CHECK THE STATUS OF MY REFERRAL?

You'll receive an email confirming your referral and inviting you to visit our Careers site, where you can create a Career Profile and apply for the position(s). You will then be contacted if your resume is identified as a match. Please note that to be considered for a job opportunity, you must apply for a specific position on the Web site.

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I FORGOT MY PASSWORD. WHAT SHOULD I DO?

Please click the "Register Your Profile" link on the Job Description page. When you reach the logon screen, enter your user name and click "Forgot Your Password?" We'll send a new password to you at the email address with which you registered; you can then use the new password to log on.

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I AM AN AGENCY AND WOULD LIKE TO PARTNER WITH RRI ENERGY. HOW CAN I BECOME A VENDOR?

We invite you to email the Supplier Diversity team at Supplier_Diversity@RRIEnergy.com. A representative of our purchasing department will review your information and contact you directly if the need arises or when our annual review begins.

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I AM A RECRUITING AGENCY AND WOULD LIKE TO SUBMIT A CANDIDATE FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION.

Sorry, we don't accept unsolicited resumes; we only accept candidates from those agencies we are partnering with on specific searches. Interested candidates may register their resumes online for a specific open position at any time.

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WHAT EMPLOYEE BENEFITS DOES RRI ENERGY OFFER?

We recognize how important benefits are for your life. Our full-time employees enjoy a competitive benefits package, including healthcare plans, 401K savings plan, paid time off, flexible schedules and more. For more information, contact Human Resources at humanresources@rrienergy.com.

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ONCE I BECOME A RRI EMPLOYEE, HOW SOON WILL MY BENEFITS TAKE AFFECT ?

Your benefits will begin on your first day of employment.

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HOW DO EMPLOYEES SUPPORT RRI'S VALUES?

We're committed to building solid relationships with the people and communities we serve, and our employees support this mission. To learn more about our outreach, sponsorship and energy assistance programs, please visit our Community Involvement site.

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WHERE DO I GET MORE INFORMATION ABOUT RRI ENERGY?

For more information about employment opportunities, please email us at humanresources@rrienergy.com If you need additional company information, contact Corporate Communications at RRICommunications@rrienergy.com.

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CONTACT INFORMATION


WHAT IS THE CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THE PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION OF TEXAS (PUC)?

  • Call 512-936-7120 or 888-782-8477 (512-936-7136 for hearing impaired)
  • Send correspondence to:
    Public Utility Commission of Texas
    P.O. Box 13326
    Austin, TX 78711-3326
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INVESTORS

WHY DID RELIANT ENERGY, INC. CHANGE ITS NAME TO RRI ENERGY, INC?

Reliant Energy, Inc. changed its name to RRI Energy, Inc. in connection with the sale of the Texas retail business as the transaction included the company brand name, Reliant Energy. The ticker symbol for the company's common stock stayed the same (NYSE: RRI).

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DID RRI ENERGY'S NAME CHANGE AFFECT MY RELATIONSHIP WITH THE COMPANY AS AN INVESTOR?

The name change did not affect your relationship with the company. No action is required on your part in connection with the name change, and your rights as a stockholder will not be affected by the name change.

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WHAT IS RRI'S LATEST STOCK PRICE?

Please visit the stock quote page for the latest stock price.

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HOW CAN I PURCHASE RRI ENERGY STOCK?

RRI stock can be purchased through a stockbroker, bank or any financial institution that provides brokerage services.

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DOES RRI ENERGY SELL STOCK DIRECTLY TO THE PUBLIC?

No, we do not have a direct investment program at this time.

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HOW CAN I SAFEGUARD MY STOCK CERTIFICATES?

By taking advantage of the company's direct registration service, you can return your stock certificate(s) to the company's transfer agent and they will safeguard your shares in book entry form. This will eliminate your need to hold physical certificates.

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DOES RRI PAY A CASH DIVIDEND ON ITS COMMON STOCK?

No cash dividends are paid at this time.

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DOES RRI ENERGY HAVE A DIVIDEND REINVESTMENT PROGRAM?

Not at this time.

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WHEN WAS THE LAST ANNUAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS?

The last annual meeting of shareholders was Thursday, June 18, 2009.

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WHICH ANALYSTS FOLLOW RRI ENERGY?

View a list of analysts who cover RRI Energy.

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HOW CAN I OBTAIN RRI’S LATEST ANNUAL REPORT (FORM 10-K) OR FORM 10-Q?

Our Form 10-Ks and 10-Qs are available on the Company Filings page of RRI’s website. RRI will provide you with a paper copy of the complete audited financials or unaudited interim financials upon request and free of charge. To obtain this information, submit an information request form.

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WHO SHOULD I CONTACT TO TRANSFER MY STOCK CERTIFICATES, TO CHANGE MY ADDRESS OF RECORD OR IF MY STOCK CERTIFICATES HAVE BEEN LOST OR STOLEN?

Please contact our stock transfer agent, Computershare Investor Services.

  • Phone: 877-774-7865
  • Web: computershare.com
  • Email: web.queries@computershare.com
  • Regular mail:
    Computershare Investor Services
    P.O. Box 43036
    Providence, RI 02940-3036
  • Overnight:
    Computershare Investor Services
    250 Royall St., Mailstop 1A
    Canton, MA 02021-1011
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WHO SHOULD I CONTACT IF I HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT MY ACCOUNT?

Please contact our stock transfer agent, Computershare Investor Services.

  • Phone: 877-774-7865
  • Web: computershare.com
  • Email: web.queries@computershare.com
  • Regular mail:
    Computershare Investor Services
    P.O. Box 43036
    Providence, RI 02940-3036
  • Overnight:
    Computershare Investor Services
    250 Royall St., Mailstop 1A
    Canton, MA 02021-1011
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HOW DO I CONTACT RRI ENERGY INVESTOR RELATIONS?

Call us at (832) 357-7000.

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ON WHAT EXCHANGES DOES RRI ENERGY'S STOCK TRADE?

RRI Energy's stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE).

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WHAT IS RRI ENERGY'S STOCK SYMBOL AND CUSIP NUMBER?

NYSE ticker symbol: RRI
CUSIP number: 74971X107

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WHAT IS RRI ENERGY'S FISCAL YEAR?

The fiscal year is January 1–December 31.

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HOW DO I DETERMINE MY COST BASIS IN RRI FROM ITS SPINOFF?

Please visit the stock history and cost basis information area.

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