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Duke Energy to add second solar project for its "Sunshine State" customers

Published on October 15, 2015

ST. PETERSBURG, FLA. - Duke Energy Florida today announced plans to construct a new solar facility in Perry, Fla. This will be the second such project in the company's plan to advance the development of solar energy in the Sunshine...

Duke Energy Osceola project to light the way for more solar in the Sunshine State

Published on September 30, 2015

ST. PETERSBURG, FLA. -Duke Energy Florida continues to advance the development of solar energy with the announcement of a new 3.8-megawatt solar facility in Osceola County.The company has filed a storm water and environmental resources permit with the ...

For third time in two years, Duke Energy proposes lower rates for Florida customers

Published on September 1, 2015

ST. PETERSBURG, FLA. - Duke Energy's Florida customers will once again see lower electric rates if the companys annual rate filings for 2016 are approved by the Florida Public Service Commission (FPSC). The company today filed its annual projections...

Duke Energy is prepared for Tropical Storm Erika

Published on August 28, 2015

ST. PETERSBURG, FLA. - Duke Energy meteorologists are closely monitoring Tropical Storm Erika to determine its path and if the system will have any impact on its Florida service area. While weather forecasts and models remain uncertain about Erikas...

Duke Energy supports hurricane preparation efforts with $100,000 grant to Florida Red Cross

Published on August 18, 2015

ST. PETERSBURG, FLA. -The American Red Cross Prepare Florida campaign has received a $100,000 grant from Duke Energy to support hurricane preparedness and other emergency services the nonprofit provides.Ten years after Hurricane Katrina, hurricane ...

Continuous improvement: Duke Energy replaces underwater cable to better serve Tierra Verde

Published on August 13, 2015

ST. PETERSBURG, FL. -Duke Energy Florida is investing $1.9 million to replace an underwater power cable to better serve its Tierra Verde customers .In keeping with Duke Energy's commitment to the environment, the installation method of the cable will ...

Duke Energy completes three new Site Readiness Programs

Published on July 15, 2015

ST. PETERSBURG, FL. -When its time to move, homebuyers look for just the right place to live. Business owners also have a checklist of things in mind when looking to relocate. Duke Energy has taken the lead in helping communities identify quality ...

Duke Energy names David Townsend vice president of Community Relations and Economic Development in Florida

Published on July 9, 2015

ST. PETERSBURG, FLA. -Duke Energy has named David Townsend vice president of Community Relations and Economic Development in Florida, effective July 13, 2015. Townsend will be responsible for building relationships with external stakeholders in local ...

Take control of summer cooling costs with these tips from Duke Energy Florida

Published on June 29, 2015

ST. PETERSBURG, FLA. - A sweltering hot Florida summer can cause your electric bill to jump as your air conditioning battles high humidity and temperatures consistently north of 90 degrees. But, you can survive the heat and your summer energy bills by...

Florida students and teachers to benefit from Duke Energy Foundation grants

Published on June 25, 2015

ST. PETERSBURG, FLA. -Over 11,000 students and 380 teachers will benefit from Duke Energy grants totaling $1 million to various public education institutions throughout Florida.The grants, from the Duke Energy Foundation, encompass both ...