We invite you to explore the many ways that Tampa Electric safeguards our natural resources and provides reliable energy to improve our daily lives.
10/6/11:
Tampa Electric and Florida solar energy center to install solar system at Centennial Middle School in Pasco County
Tampa Electric announced today it has joined with the Florida Solar Energy Center (FSEC), a research institute of the University of Central Florida, to install a 10-kilowatt solar array at Centennial Middle School in Pasco County.
9/9/11:
Customers can register for Tampa Electric’s rebates for solar arrays
During the next three weeks, Tampa Electric customers may register for $1.5 million in solar rebates for installing new photovoltaic (PV) systems at their homes or businesses.
5/2/11:
Tampa Electric offers new energy-efficiency programs and increased rebates on existing programs to help customers save money on energy costs
Tampa Electric announced today that it will launch enhancements to its existing residential energy-efficiency programs.
4/21/11:
Customers claim $1 million in Tampa Electric rebates to install photovoltaic systems
Tampa Electric today announced that within 72 hours, customers claimed the maximum $1 million in rebates the company made available to help fund the installation of new photovoltaic systems at their home or business.
4/20/11:
Tampa Electric celebrates Earth Day at local events and through ongoing renewable energy efforts
Tampa Electric will celebrate Earth Day 2010 at two local Earth Day events as it continues to offer its customers new renewable energy options.
3/29/11:
Tampa Electric launches a new electric vehicle website
Tampa Electric debuted today a new section on its website devoted to electric vehicles.
4/16/10:
Tampa Electric celebrates Earth Day at local events and through ongoing energy-efficiency and renewable energy efforts
Tampa Electric will celebrate Earth Day 2010 at two local Earth Day events as it continues to offer its customers new and enhanced energy-efficiency and renewable energy options.
12/15/09:
Florida Public Service Commission approves Tampa Electric’s contract to purchase solar photovoltaic energy
Tampa Electric today announced that the Florida Public Service Commission (FPSC) approved its contract to purchase solar power supplied by Energy 5.0’s Florida Solar I project, a proposed 25-megawatt (MW) solar photovoltaic electric generating station, for a 25-year period beginning in 2011.
4/20/09:
Tampa Electric, USF and Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo to kick off new renewable energy project
Tampa Electric today joined the University of South Florida’s Power Center for Utility Explorations and Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo to launch a new, two-part renewable energy project at the Zoo that will generate 15 kilowatts (kW) of electricity for the electric grid and serve as an educational tool for students and the community.
2/18/08:
Tampa Electric surpasses environmental improvement targets
Tampa Electric today reported that as of December 31, 2007, the company has reduced its air emissions.
4/25/07:
Middleton High School Solar Panel Dedication
10/31/06:
Tampa Electric’s Manatee Viewing Center reopens after record-breaking season
7/29/05:
Manatee Viewing Center wins regional award
7/24/04:
Manatee Viewing Center Recognized at the Gulf Guardian Awards
The Manatee Viewing Center is recognized at the Gulf Guardian Awards
6/27/04:
New Plan to Make New, Existing Electric Facilities Bird-Friendly
6/1/04:
Manatee Viewing Center recognized for Manatee Madness
Manatee Madness helps celebrate Snooty the manatee's 56th birthday.
12/5/03:
TECO To Test Grass As Fuel Alternative
Mowing your lawn may some day help Tampa Electric Co. keep the air clean while providing power for your home. The Florida Department of Environmental Protection granted permission to test Bahiagrass as a fuel to generate electricity.
12/5/03:
Hillsborough Avoids EPA's Bad-Air List
The Environmental Protection Agency released its list of the smoggiest communities in the country and Hillsborough County was absent. Tampa Electric's recent change from coal to natural gas and enhanced pollution controls are credited for making the difference.
3/25/03:
Tampa Electric unveils revolutionary renewable power source at commencement ceremony
Tampa Electric Company’s revolutionary new microturbine generator, which produces electricity from landfill gas, makes its public debut.
1/30/01:
State grant helps Tampa Electric expand environmental education programs
Tampa Electric Company officials, along with Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission representatives, announced a new state grant to fund expanded environmental education programs at Tampa Electric’s Manatee Viewing Center.
11/1/00:
Tampa Electric's natural power program signing up customers
