PAUSE Act would protect the vulnerable by keeping the power on
The legislation bans utility disconnections due to nonpayment when temperatures reach certain levels and during emergencies.
Tag: utility bills
Floridians should fight latest utility rate hike
Elected officials must help families by opposing rate increases and calling for investments in affordable, climate-resilient solutions.
Make Florida energy prices affordable by unlocking energy efficiency
Energy efficiency programs can save residents billions of dollars, improve affordability and reduce utilities’ costs.
Jacksonville’s energy weakness obvious during hurricanes
Transitioning to clean energy can be a major driver of economic growth, resilience and high-quality, local jobs.
Politicians who fight climate change stand to benefit in election, Invading Sea survey finds
Most Floridians prefer candidates tackling climate change: 52% more likely to vote for those with climate action records.
Florida Climate Survey – September 2024
The survey is the 11th conducted by the FAU Center for Environmental Studies on Floridians’ climate-related views since 2019.
Powering up the Sunshine State: Brightening Florida’s future with solar energy
The US solar market is projected to triple in size over the next decade, with Florida leading the charge.
Clean, affordable energy provides economic and environmental benefits
The Hillsborough Affordable Energy Coalition has been pushing for local government action to reduce energy bills.
Protecting Orlando’s energy future from unfair utility changes
The Orlando Utilities Commission's proposed changes to net metering would harm current and future solar customers.
High energy bills require local government action
Hillsborough County commissioners must intervene in TECO rate hikes and pass an affordable energy and climate plan.