TECO Energy

Itron Introduces Distributed Intelligence Enabled Applications to Optimize Capacity at the Grid Edge

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Environment, Technology, Utilities, Software, Alternative Energy, Green Technology, Other Natural Resources, Energy, Hardware, Natural Resources, TECO Energy, Location awareness, EV, AMI, Intelligence, API, Outcome, Public utility, City, Life, ITRI, OT, Water, Renewable energy

These distributed intelligence (DI)-enabled, first-of-its-kind applications are part of Itron’s Grid Edge Intelligence portfolio.

Key Points: 
  • These distributed intelligence (DI)-enabled, first-of-its-kind applications are part of Itron’s Grid Edge Intelligence portfolio.
  • Low-Voltage Grid Insights: Increased awareness of how distributed energy resources impact the grid in near real time to help improve grid efficiencies.
  • This will help us to ensure our solar generation and deployment improves grid efficiencies.”
    “Without the right tools, it can be difficult to optimize capacity at the grid edge.
  • With our DI solution, utilities can optimize capacity at the edge of the grid efficiently and cost effectively.

ITC Holdings Announces Changes to Federal Affairs and Regulatory Strategy Team

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Policy, University, Public Service Enterprise Group, TECO Energy, Government, ITC, Retirement, George Washington University, Salisbury University, Diversity, Public policy, Marketing, Enron, Woman, Management

NOVI, Mich., Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ITC announces the retirement of Nina Plaushin, Vice President of Federal Affairs and Regulatory Strategy, and names Donise Dukes Vice President of Federal Affairs and Purvi Patel Vice President of Regulatory Strategy.

Key Points: 
  • NOVI, Mich., Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ITC announces the retirement of Nina Plaushin, Vice President of Federal Affairs and Regulatory Strategy, and names Donise Dukes Vice President of Federal Affairs and Purvi Patel Vice President of Regulatory Strategy.
  • "She has been instrumental in navigating the intricate landscape of government and regulatory policy at both federal and state levels.
  • Having managed government and political affairs at the federal level for more than 20 years, Ms. Dukes previously served as Director of Federal Affairs at ITC and Public Service Enterprise Group (PSEG).
  • Over the 20 years, Ms. Patel has taken on various roles at ITC including Director of Regulatory Strategy, Manager of Regulatory Strategy and Senior Regulatory Analyst.

Coke Florida Receives Coveted Tampa Bay EDC Community Transformer Award

Retrieved on: 
Monday, November 27, 2023
Environment, Thought Leadership, Professional Services, Convenience Store, Sustainability, Restaurant, Bar, Food, Beverage, Social Services, Retail, Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast, Annual general meeting, Education, State, Student, Multimedia, Digital divide, Humanity, Regional Affairs Committee, EDC, TECO, Work, Partnership, TECO Energy, Coke, Management, Airline, Tampa Bay

Coca-Cola Beverages Florida, LLC (Coke Florida) is the recipient of the 2023 Community Transformer Award, presented by the Tampa Bay Economic Development Council (Tampa Bay EDC).

Key Points: 
  • Coca-Cola Beverages Florida, LLC (Coke Florida) is the recipient of the 2023 Community Transformer Award, presented by the Tampa Bay Economic Development Council (Tampa Bay EDC).
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    The Tampa Bay EDC partnered with TECO in 2019 to create the Community Transformer Award, which honors an EDC project company that has had an impact on the region above and beyond creating jobs and capital investment.
  • All of us at Coke Florida thank the EDC and the award sponsor, TECO, for acknowledging the impact of our work in the community.
  • “Since its founding in 2015, Coke Florida has been a committed partner in the Tampa Bay business community,” said Craig J. Richard, President and CEO of the Tampa Bay EDC.

INDUSTRY TECHNOLOGY LEADER TAMPA ELECTRIC JOINS THE PRIVATE LTE MOVEMENT WITH 900 MHz SPECTRUM AGREEMENT

Retrieved on: 
Monday, November 27, 2023
Central Florida, TECO Energy, ATEX, TECO, Airline

WOODLAND PARK, N.J., Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Anterix (NASDAQ: ATEX) announced today that Tampa Electric ("TECO"), a subsidiary of Emera Inc., has signed an agreement providing TECO the use of Anterix's 900 MHz spectrum throughout the company's service territory in West Central Florida.

Key Points: 
  • WOODLAND PARK, N.J., Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Anterix (NASDAQ: ATEX) announced today that Tampa Electric ("TECO"), a subsidiary of Emera Inc., has signed an agreement providing TECO the use of Anterix's 900 MHz spectrum throughout the company's service territory in West Central Florida.
  • The agreement provides TECO dedicated use of the 900 MHz spectrum for 20 years, with two optional ten-year extensions.
  • "Tampa Electric is a recognized technological leader in the electric utility industry with a track record of innovation that truly sets it apart," said Rob Schwartz, President & CEO of Anterix.
  • For further information about the Anterix-Tampa Electric agreement, see the Tampa Electric Agreement Fact Sheet in the investor information section of Anterix's website.

Tampa Electric Company Wins 2023 Itron Innovator Award for Advancing Public Safety and Load Management Solutions

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, October 26, 2023
Technology, Other Natural Resources, Other Energy, Utilities, Natural Resources, Green Technology, Software, Alternative Energy, Environment, Energy, Hardware, Internet of things, CPS Energy, Intelligence, City of London, TECO Energy, Water, Electric vehicle, Customer, City, LED, Safety, Investment, TECO, ITRI, Cryptocurrency, Renewable energy, Itron, Western Power

Itron, Inc. (NASDAQ: ITRI), which is innovating the way utilities and cities manage energy and water, announced that Tampa Electric Company (TECO), one of Florida’s largest investor-owned electric utilities, is the winner of the 2023 Itron Innovator Award, which recognizes an Itron customer that leverages Itron’s partner enablement program.

Key Points: 
  • Itron, Inc. (NASDAQ: ITRI), which is innovating the way utilities and cities manage energy and water, announced that Tampa Electric Company (TECO), one of Florida’s largest investor-owned electric utilities, is the winner of the 2023 Itron Innovator Award, which recognizes an Itron customer that leverages Itron’s partner enablement program.
  • The utility was recognized for deploying more than one technology partner solution and received the award at Itron Inspire 2023, Itron’s premier customer-focused conference.
  • The Itron Innovator Award acknowledges TECO’s Smart Cities and Load Management programs and recognizes the utility for the improvements that benefit Tampa Electric customers.
  • Additionally, the solution has been successfully integrated with Itron technology and utilizes Itron’s networks, software solutions or distributed intelligence capabilities.

Tampa General Hospital Welcomes New Members and Leadership to its Board of Directors; Celebrates Countless Contributions of Longtime Board Members

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
Intelligence, TGH, Tampa General Hospital, Education, Modern Healthcare, Dingle, TECO Energy, Business development, Committee on Finance, City of London Finance Committee, USF Health Byrd Alzheimer's Institute, Health, Volunteering, BC Children's Hospital Foundation, Software, Cardiology, University of Florida Health Science Center, Lieutenant colonel, Growth, United States Department of the Army, LVAD, Partnership, Gillette, MacDill Air Force Base, Council for Excellence in Government, Public, Patient, Hospital, Heart failure, Nursing, Management, Airline

He first joined the board in 2017 in his role as chair of the Tampa General Hospital Foundation.

Key Points: 
  • He first joined the board in 2017 in his role as chair of the Tampa General Hospital Foundation.
  • The FHSC board, which is comprised of volunteers, serves as the governing body for Tampa General Hospital and its affiliates.
  • New board members are nominated by a committee and approved by the full board.
  • Leadership and board members are eligible to serve three three-year terms, and the chair of the Tampa General Hospital Foundation serves a two-year ex-officio term on the FHSC board.

Four Florida energy companies begin active energy trading on Southeast Energy Exchange Market platform

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
Duke Energy, Participation, TECO Energy, Policy, Gainesville Regional Airport, Duke, Multimedia, European Union and its Member States — Certain Measures Relating to the Energy Sector, TW, Duke Energy Florida, SEEM, JEA, Cryptocurrency, Renewable energy

ATLANTA, June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Southeast Energy Exchange Market (SEEM) today announced that four Florida energy companies -- Duke Energy Florida, JEA, Tampa Electric Company and Gainesville Regional Utilities -- have initiated active energy trading, which now allows them to buy and sell power using the advanced SEEM platform.

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Southeast Energy Exchange Market (SEEM) today announced that four Florida energy companies -- Duke Energy Florida, JEA, Tampa Electric Company and Gainesville Regional Utilities -- have initiated active energy trading, which now allows them to buy and sell power using the advanced SEEM platform.
  • Duke Energy Florida, JEA and Tampa Electric Company joined as Members of SEEM effective Jan. 1, 2023.
  • The SEEM platform facilitates automated, sub-hourly trading, allowing Participants to buy and sell power close to the time the energy is consumed, utilizing available unreserved transmission.
  • This advanced platform improves energy trading volumes, which will lower fuel costs for customers and reduce solar curtailments.

SEEM Board Meeting and Annual Meeting of Participants and Stakeholders to be held May 25

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, May 16, 2023
LG&E and KU Energy, Member, TECO Energy, Santee Cooper, Multimedia, Duke Energy, TVA, Interest, FERC, Participation, Carolina Power & Light Company, LG&E, Dominion Energy, SEEM, Webcast, LG, Stakeholder, Online shopping, Renewable energy, JEA

ATLANTA, May 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Southeast Energy Exchange Market (SEEM) will hold its Board Meeting and Annual Meeting of Participants and Stakeholders on May 25, 2023 at 3:00 pm ET.

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, May 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Southeast Energy Exchange Market (SEEM) will hold its Board Meeting and Annual Meeting of Participants and Stakeholders on May 25, 2023 at 3:00 pm ET.
  • The entire meeting will be available through a live webcast of the conference call by clicking on the appropriate audio link.
  • The Stakeholders and Participants portion of the meeting will immediately precede the Members portion.
  • SEEM is a simple but powerful structure designed to facilitate intra-hour transactions utilizing unused transmission capacity to achieve cost savings.

One Hundred Teen Girls Meet Florida Legislators at Pace Day at the Capitol

Retrieved on: 
Monday, April 3, 2023
Florida Senate, Florida Department of Juvenile Justice, Senate, Education, Florida House on Capitol Hill, United States Preventive Services Task Force, Senior counsel, Ashbritt, TECO Energy, State Government Affairs Council, Woman, Florida Department, Florida House, Assistant, Juvenile court, Trustee, Charter Communications, Florida Lottery, Capitol, Pace Center for Girls, Female, Toy, Management, Politics

Jacksonville, FL, April 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pace Center for Girls (Pace), a nationally recognized model that provides education, counseling, training and advocacy for girls and young women, hosted its annual Pace Day at the Capitol event on March 28-29, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Jacksonville, FL, April 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pace Center for Girls (Pace), a nationally recognized model that provides education, counseling, training and advocacy for girls and young women, hosted its annual Pace Day at the Capitol event on March 28-29, 2023.
  • More than 100 Pace girls from across the state met with members of the Florida House, Florida Senate and other elected officials and leaders to share the impact of Pace’s model.
  • Eight out of 10 girls that attend Pace graduate from high school, pursue higher education or secure employment after the program.
  • Pace Day at the Capitol was made possible thanks to a community of support who believe in the great in every girl, including TECO Energy, Florida Lottery and The Mayernick Group.

GrantWorks' continued growth leads to Florida expansion

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, April 6, 2023
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Partnership, University, Florida State University, Policy, Public policy, State government, Conduent, Government, Sunlight, Miller, Local government, TECO Energy, Economic development, Growth, Sunshine State, Nursing, Management, Science

TALLAHASSEE, Fla., April 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- GrantWorks, Inc., a recognized leader of state and federal grant administration and program management services, recently opened offices in Tallahassee and Kissimmee to support state and local governments throughout the Sunshine State.

Key Points: 
  • GrantWorks, Inc., a recognized leader of state and federal grant administration and program management services, recently opened offices in Tallahassee and Kissimmee, Florida, to support continued growth throughout the Sunshine State.
  • Holly R. Miller, GrantWorks' Vice President of Florida State & Local Government Services, headquartered in the Tallahassee office, will oversee the company's local government portfolio.
  • Having exclusively worked in the regulated industries of healthcare and energy, she brings a high level of tactical strategy to the company's growth initiative.
  • Miller is licensed to practice law in Florida and Washington D.C. with a Juris Doctor from the University of Florida and a Bachelor of Science in political science from Florida State University.