We invite you to explore the many ways that Tampa Electric safeguards our natural resources and provides reliable energy to improve our daily lives.
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
