The Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) today announced its annual “Restoring Communities Awards,” which recognizes public power utilities that have either provided or received mutual aid following significant weather events, or other emergency situations, in and out of state, to fellow public power partners in need. [Read more…] about Florida Municipal Electric Association Announces Annual “Restoring Communities Award” Winners
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Public Power Communities Receive “Building Strong Communities” Awards
COVID-19 Assistance Programs Recognized This Year
The Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) today recognized 22 public power utilities with “Building Strong Communities” awards for their efforts to provide their local communities extra services and programs above and beyond what they normally supply. [Read more…] about Public Power Communities Receive “Building Strong Communities” Awards
Public Power Crews Headed to Louisiana to Assist with Power Restoration Efforts Following Hurricane Delta
With Hurricane Delta expected to make landfall this weekend, the Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) has coordinated with its members to send mutual aid to assist with power restoration efforts in Louisiana. [Read more…] about Public Power Crews Headed to Louisiana to Assist with Power Restoration Efforts Following Hurricane Delta
FMEA Highlights Energy Efficiency Tips During National Public Power Week
With an increased number of people working remotely and distance learning in their homes due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) is recognizing Public Power Week (Oct. 4 – 10) by offering energy saving tips on its social media platforms. [Read more…] about FMEA Highlights Energy Efficiency Tips During National Public Power Week
Public Power Crews Headed to Alabama to Assist with Power Restoration Efforts Following Hurricane Sally
Prior to Hurricane Sally making landfall earlier this morning, the Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) coordinated with public power utilities from across Florida to send mutual aid to assist with power restoration in Alabama. [Read more…] about Public Power Crews Headed to Alabama to Assist with Power Restoration Efforts Following Hurricane Sally
Florida Public Power Sending Mutual Aid to Louisiana for Power Restoration Efforts Following Hurricane Laura
The Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) has assembled public power crews from across the state to aid with power restoration efforts in Louisiana following Hurricane Laura, which is slated to make landfall this week as a major hurricane. [Read more…] about Florida Public Power Sending Mutual Aid to Louisiana for Power Restoration Efforts Following Hurricane Laura
Florida Municipal Electric Association Bestows Awards on Members; Introduces New “Friend of Florida Public Power” Award
The Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA), recognized members of the public power community with three awards: Member of the Year, Associate Member of the Year and the new Friend of Florida Public Power award. [Read more…] about Florida Municipal Electric Association Bestows Awards on Members; Introduces New “Friend of Florida Public Power” Award
Florida Municipal Electric Association Elects New Slate of Officers
During its virtual board meeting, the Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) today elected new officers to preside over the organization’s board of directors. [Read more…] about Florida Municipal Electric Association Elects New Slate of Officers
Florida Public Power Leaders Receive National Awards
Awards recognize contributions to electric utility industry and public power
Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) and Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA) today announced Florida public power leaders who were honored with American Public Power Association (APPA) national awards. [Read more…] about Florida Public Power Leaders Receive National Awards
Excellence in Public Power Recognized at the Annual Florida Lineman Competition
This past weekend marked a time of honor and celebration for Florida public power communities and for lineworkers from across the Sunshine State at the 20th annual Florida Lineman Competition. [Read more…] about Excellence in Public Power Recognized at the Annual Florida Lineman Competition