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FMEA would like to welcome our new Associate Members – Southern Disaster Recovery and Itineris
FMEA would like to welcome our new Associate Members – Southern Disaster Recovery and Itineris

Please always remember the companies who support FMEA and the Florida Public Power community first when you need to purchase goods or services! Southern Disaster Recovery SDR personnel have had leadership roles in over 88 Presidentially declared disasters. With their management staff and safety... Continue Reading

Postedby Garnie Holmes (deleted)
Date posted01/3/2022


FMEA Releases Monthly Electric Bill Comparison for November 2021
FMEA Releases Monthly Electric Bill Comparison for November 2021

FMEA’s Electric Bill Comparison for November 2021 shows the average bills of public power utilities across Florida are $9.98 less than the average bills for investor-owned utilities per 1,000 kWh. Overall, out of fifteen ranked categories, the City of Mount Dora reported the lowest bills in... Continue Reading

Postedby Elizabeth Bendele
Date posted12/22/2021


City of Fort Pierce seeks applications for utility advisory committee
City of Fort Pierce seeks applications for utility advisory committee

FORT PIERCE, Fla. — The Fort Pierce Utilities Authority (FPUA) and Fort Pierce City Commission are accepting applications for the Utility Advisory Committee (UAC) to fill nine (9) member positions. UAC efforts will identify issues and concerns in a collaborative effort to engage with FPUA... Continue Reading

Postedby Dave Heller (deleted)
Date posted12/21/2021


OUC’s Board of Commissioners moves to retire Unit 1 coal plant by no later than 2025
OUC’s Board of Commissioners moves to retire Unit 1 coal plant by no later than 2025

By Michelle LynchOrlando Utilities CommissionORLANDO, Fla. — On Tuesday, Dec. 14, OUC — The Reliable One’s Board of Commissioners formally approved the retirement of Stanton Energy Center’s (SEC) Unit 1 by no later than 2025 and the conversion of SEC’s Unit 2 to... Continue Reading

Postedby Dave Heller (deleted)
Date posted12/15/2021


Lake Worth Beach Electric Utility begins large project
Lake Worth Beach Electric Utility begins large project

Lake Worth Beach Electric Utility has embarked on an expansive project to provide more reliable and resilient service for our customers. As part of our ongoing System Hardening and Reliability Improvement Program, crews are working to install poles that can withstand a Category 5 hurricane and... Continue Reading

Postedby Dave Heller (deleted)
Date posted12/13/2021


FMEA would like to welcome our new Associate Members – Open International and Titanium Response LLC
FMEA would like to welcome our new Associate Members – Open International and Titanium Response LLC

Please always remember the companies who support FMEA and the Florida Public Power community first when you need to purchase goods or services! Open International Since its inception in 1987, Open International has provided technology that helps Telecommunications and Utility service providers... Continue Reading

Postedby Garnie Holmes (deleted)
Date posted12/6/2021


FMEA Releases Monthly Electric Bill Comparison for October 2021
FMEA Releases Monthly Electric Bill Comparison for October 2021

FMEA’s Electric Bill Comparison for October 2021 shows the average bills of public power utilities across Florida are $13.34 less than the average bills for investor-owned utilities per 1,000 kWh. Overall, out of fifteen ranked categories, the City of Mount Dora reported the lowest bills in... Continue Reading

Postedby Elizabeth Bendele
Date posted12/3/2021


FPUA Voted One of St. Lucie County’s Best Places to Work
FPUA Voted One of St. Lucie County’s Best Places to Work

Fort Pierce, FL November 24, 2021 – Fort Pierce Utilities Authority (FPUA) was recognized as one of the “Best Places to Work” in St. Lucie County at the 20th Anniversary of the St. Lucie County “Best Places to Work” Awards Ceremony. This is the sixth time, and fourth... Continue Reading

Postedby Dave Heller (deleted)
Date posted11/24/2021


Florida Public Power Utilities Recognized for Programs that Enhance Local Communities
Florida Public Power Utilities Recognized for Programs that Enhance Local Communities

The Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) is honoring 22 Florida public power utilities for making valuable investments that enhance the quality of life in their communities, beyond efficient delivery of affordable, reliable and clean energy. Recipients received “Building Strong... Continue Reading

Date posted11/3/2021


FMEA would like to welcome our new Associate Members – Origis Energy and mPower Innovations
FMEA would like to welcome our new Associate Members – Origis Energy and mPower Innovations

Please always remember the companies who support FMEA and the Florida Public Power community first when you need to purchase goods or services! Origis Energy Origis Energy is bringing clean and cost effective solar and energy storage solutions within reach for utility, commercial and industrial as... Continue Reading

Postedby Garnie Holmes (deleted)
Date posted11/1/2021


KUA Recognized as a Smart Energy Provider
KUA Recognized as a Smart Energy Provider

NEWS RELEASEKissimmee Utility Authority 1701 Carroll St., Kissimmee, FL 34741 • kua.com Media Contact: Tiffany Henderson, Director of Corporate CommunicationsOffice: 407-933-9836 • Email: thenderson@kua.com For immediate release — Oct. 28, 2021 KUA Recognized as a Smart Energy... Continue Reading

Postedby Dave Heller (deleted)
Date posted10/28/2021


FMEA Releases Monthly Electric Bill Comparison for September 2021
FMEA Releases Monthly Electric Bill Comparison for September 2021

FMEA’s Electric Bill Comparison for September 2021 shows the average bills of public power utilities across Florida are $15.54 less than the average bills for investor-owned utilities per 1,000 kWh. Overall, out of fifteen ranked categories, the City of Mount Dora reported the lowest bills... Continue Reading

Postedby Garnie Holmes (deleted)
Date posted10/22/2021