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OUC, AdventHealth & Comcast NBCUniversal Unveil Largest Solar Energy Center in Utility's History
OUC, AdventHealth & Comcast NBCUniversal Unveil Largest Solar Energy Center in Utility's History

Harmony II and Storey Bend Solar Energy Centers Will Double OUC’s Solar Capacity OUC – The Reliable One recently celebrated the grand opening of the largest solar energy center in its history. The 149-megawatt (MW) project, located east of St. Cloud on two separate 600+-acre sites,... Continue Reading

Date posted04/10/2025


Florida Public Power Utilities Earn National Award for Reliable Electric Operations
Florida Public Power Utilities Earn National Award for Reliable Electric Operations

Three Florida municipal electric utilities have earned designation as a Reliable Public Power Provider (RP3)® from the American Public Power Association (APPA) for providing reliable and safe electric service. Earning the designation this year is the City of Bartow, and earning re-designation... Continue Reading

Date posted04/9/2025


KUA to Stage Mock Disaster Ahead of 2025 Hurricane Season
KUA to Stage Mock Disaster Ahead of 2025 Hurricane Season

Kissimmee Utility Authority staff members will take part in a mock disaster drill on Thursday, April 10 to test the readiness of the utility for this year’s hurricane season. The Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1 and ends November 30. The four-hour drill will involve a wide range of... Continue Reading

Date posted04/9/2025


Florida Public Power Utilities Take Top Honors at National Lineworkers Rodeo
Florida Public Power Utilities Take Top Honors at National Lineworkers Rodeo

The Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) today recognized the exemplary performance of Florida public power utilities and their lineworkers at the American Public Power Association’s 2025 Public Power Lineworkers Rodeo, which was held in California this past weekend. Competitors... Continue Reading

Date posted04/2/2025


FMEA Associate Member of the Month, April: Burns & McDonnell
FMEA Associate Member of the Month, April: Burns & McDonnell

FMEA’s Associate Member of the Month for April is Burns & McDonnell. Burns & McDonnell is a family of companies bringing together an unmatched team of 14,500 engineers, construction and craft professionals, architects, and more to design and build critical infrastructure. With an... Continue Reading

Postedby Joanna White
Date posted04/1/2025


OUC Recognized as a ‘2024 Customer Champion' in Annual Study
OUC Recognized as a ‘2024 Customer Champion' in Annual Study

The Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC) has been recognized as a '2024 Customer Champion' among U.S. energy providers, reaffirming its reputation as an industry leader. Conducted by Escalent, a leading advisory firm specializing in human behavior and data analytics, the Cogent Syndicated 2024... Continue Reading

Date posted03/28/2025


JEA Board Approves Rate Adjustments
JEA Board Approves Rate Adjustments

The JEA board of directors on Tuesday approved incremental adjustments to electric, water and sewer rates. The rate changes will allow JEA to continue investing in sustainability, new technologies and infrastructure while keeping rates among the lowest in the state. JEA also is making significant... Continue Reading

Date posted03/25/2025


FMEA Releases Monthly Bill Comparison Report for February 2025
FMEA Releases Monthly Bill Comparison Report for February 2025

FMEA’s Electric Bill Comparison for February 2025 shows the average bills of public power utilities across Florida are among the lowest in the state, coming in at an average of $25.36 lower than the average bills of other utilities per 1,000 kWh. Overall, out of fifteen ranked categories,... Continue Reading

Postedby Elizabeth Bendele
Date posted03/24/2025


FMEA Welcomes March's New Associate Members
FMEA Welcomes March's New Associate Members

Join FMEA in welcoming our new associate members to the Florida public power community. Please always remember the companies who support FMEA and the Florida public power community first when you need to purchase goods or services. LineTec Services a Centuri CompanyHeadquartered in Houston,... Continue Reading

Postedby Joanna White
Date posted03/24/2025


TECO Rate Appeals Put on Hold
TECO Rate Appeals Put on Hold

Article reposted with permission from The News Service of Florida. The Florida Supreme Court on Thursday put on hold two appeals challenging Tampa Electric Co. rate increases. The court granted a stay requested by the Florida Public Service Commission. That request stemmed from a motion filed in... Continue Reading

Date posted03/13/2025


Senators Back Changes at PSC
Senators Back Changes at PSC

Article reposted with permission from The News Service of Florida. A Senate committee Wednesday approved a bill that would expand the Florida Public Service Commission from five to seven members and place additional requirements on the commission in utility rate cases. The Senate Regulated... Continue Reading

Date posted03/12/2025


KUA Recognized with State, National Safety Awards
KUA Recognized with State, National Safety Awards

KUA was among 17 Florida public power utilities to receive a Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) Safety Award, which recognizes utilities’ commitment to safety, earning second place in the category with other similar-sized utilities. The award was presented at the Florida Lineman... Continue Reading

Date posted03/12/2025