FMPA Named Central Florida Top Workplace for Fifth Consecutive Year
September 30, 2024The Orlando Sentinel named FMPA as a Top Workplace in Central Florida for 2024.
Read MoreFlorida Public Power Organizations Recognize Florida Lineworkers and Mutual Aid Efforts in Celebration of Florida Lineworker Appreciation Day
August 12, 2024The Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) and Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA) today launched a social media campaign that pays tribute to the Florida lineworkers who provide mutual aid assistance when severe weather or other events lead to power outages.
Read MoreFMPA Takes Ownership of Bartow-Based Power Plant
August 9, 2024
Mulberry Energy Center is now second of three power plants under contract for acquisition to begin operations for FMPA ORLANDO, Fla., August 9, 2024 – Today, Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA) announced it has taken ownership of natural gas combined cycle generation plant, operated in Bartow, Florida.
Read MoreCity Officials Elected to Lead Statewide Committee
August 2, 2024Local elected and appointed officials from throughout Florida re-elected two officers yesterday to lead the Florida Municipal Power Agency’s Policy Makers Liaisons Committee.
Read MoreFlorida Utility Leaders Elected to Lead Statewide Power Agency
July 31, 2024Managers and public officials from public power utilities throughout Florida elected five officers to lead a statewide wholesale power agency in 2024-2025.
Read MoreFlorida Public Power Leaders and Utility Recognized
June 11, 2024Three Florida public power leaders and one Florida public power utility earned national honors for their contributions and service to their communities and municipal electric utility customers.
Read MoreFMPA Takes Ownership of Orlando-Based Power Plant
February 16, 2024Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA) announced it has taken ownership of an Orlando-area, natural gas combined cycle generation plant. The facility is immediately available and ready for dispatch within the Florida Municipal power pool.
Read MoreFMPA Named Central Florida Top Workplace for Fourth Consecutive Year
October 2, 2023The Orlando Sentinel named FMPA as a Top Workplace in Central Florida for 2023.
Read MoreFlorida Public Power Organizations Highlight Benefits of a Career in Linework in Advance of Florida Lineworker Appreciation Day
August 25, 2023FMPA and FMEA are joining forces to honor and celebrate Florida lineworkers on Florida Lineworker Appreciation Day, recognized on August 26th.
Read MoreSt. Lucie Nuclear Power Plant Celebrates 40 Years
August 14, 2023Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA) celebrates 40 years of helping to provide clean, reliable and affordable electricity to members through our participation as minority owner in St. Lucie Unit No. 2 nuclear power plant.
Read MoreFMPA Expresses Concern About EPA Proposed Greenhouse Gas Regulation
August 3, 2023Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA) filed comments to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding the organization’s proposed greenhouse gas (GHG) rule for electric utilities. The rule, which targets CO2 emissions from fossil fuel-fired power plants, presents unique challenges in Florida.
Read MoreFMPA Files Comments on EPA’s Proposed GHG Rule
July 31, 2023Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA), along with the Florida Reliability Coordinating Council (FRCC), filed comments on Environmental Protection Agency’s proposed greenhouse gas (GHG) rule for electric utilities. The proposed rule would likely compromise electricity reliability in Florida and raise the cost of power.
Read MoreCity Officials Elected to Lead Statewide Committee
July 21, 2023Local appointed and elected officials re-elected two officers to lead statewide committee.
Read MoreLocal Utility Leaders Elected to Lead Statewide Power Agency
July 19, 2023Members and public officials from public power utilities elected officers to lead Florida's statewide wholesale power agency in 2023-2024.
Read MoreFlorida Municipal Utilities Expand Large-Scale Solar Project
July 12, 2023Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA), along with 20 Florida municipal electric utilities and Origis Energy, proudly announce a major expansion of the Florida Municipal Solar Project to quadruple the project's solar energy generation.
Read MoreFMPA Announces Agreements to Purchase Three Central Florida Power Plants
June 29, 2023Florida Municipal Power Agency (All-Requirements Power Supply Project) is pleased to announce that the Agency (FMPA) has entered into agreements to acquire three plants, comprising approximately 339 megawatts (MW) of natural gas-fired combined cycle generation in central Florida.
Read MoreJEA Joins Florida Municipal Power Agency as Member
May 10, 2023JEA has joined the Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA), making it the 33rd municipal electric utility to become a member of the Orlando-based wholesale power.
Read MoreFMPA Announces New Chief Financial Officer to Leadership Team
May 1, 2023FMPA announced that current Treasure and Risk Director Rich Popp will become Chief Financial Officer on August 1.
Read MoreFMPA Wins Excellence in Public Power Communications Award
November 17, 2022Award recognizes social media campaign highlighting efforts to provide affordable power
Read MoreFlorida Public Power Utilities Prepare for Cyberthreats
November 1, 2022Cybersecurity Summit to Help Participants Understand the Threat Landscape and Resources
Read MoreLocal Cane Island Power Park Named Top Power Plant
October 6, 2022Award recognizes plant’s record of providing affordable, reliable and clean power
Read MoreFMPA Orlando Office to Re-Open Monday after Hurricane Ian
September 30, 2022FMPA’s Orlando office fared well in Hurricane Ian and will re-open Monday, Oct. 3.
Read MoreFMPA Closes Orlando Office for Hurricane Ian
September 28, 2022FMPA is closing its Orlando office today at noon, due to Hurricane Ian.
Read MoreFMPA Named a Top Workplace in Central Florida
September 19, 2022Utility recognized for employee engagement and company culture
Read MoreFMPA Wins Two Statewide Awards for Effective Public Relations Programs
August 10, 2022Awards recognize FMPA’s efforts to provide affordable, reliable and clean energy
Read MoreFlorida Public Power Organizations Launch Social Media Campaign Celebrating Florida Public Power Lineworkers
July 29, 2022The Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) and Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA) will launch a social media campaign next week showing appreciation for the Florida public power lineworkers who provide our communities with reliable power.
Read MoreCity Officials Elected to Lead Statewide Committee
July 15, 2022Committee fosters communication between power agency and public officials
Read MoreLocal Utility Leaders Elected to Lead Statewide Power Agency
July 13, 2022Public officials and utility managers to lead wholesale power provider for 2022-2023
Read MoreFlorida Public Power Leaders and Utility Recognized
June 14, 2022Two Florida public power leaders and one Florida public power utility earned national honors for their contributions and service to local customers.
Read MoreFMPA Wins Two Awards for Effective Public Relations Programs
April 20, 2022The Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA) won two Image Awards at the 2022 Florida Public Relations Association Orlando Area Chapter Image Awards, an annual competition to recognize outstanding public relations programs in Central Florida.
Read MoreFlorida’s Municipal Electric Utilities are Working “Behind the Switch” to Keep Power Affordable
March 14, 2022FMPA launches annual "Behind the Switch" social media campaign to highlight the people working behind the scenes to reduce costs and enhance operations.
Read MoreFMPA Named a Top Workplace in Central Florida
September 27, 2021FMPA was named by the Orlando Sentinel as one of the Top Workplaces in Central Florida for 2021.
Read MoreFlorida Public Power Organizations Encouraging Customers to Participate in Campaign Recognizing Lineworkers
July 29, 2021The Florida Municipal Electric Association and FMPA launched a social media campaign asking customers of Florida’s public power utilities to send notes of thanks in advance of Florida Lineworker Appreciation Day on August 26.
Read MoreCity Officials Elected to Lead Statewide Committee
July 22, 2021Local elected and appointed officials from throughout Florida elected two officers yesterday to lead FMPA's Policy Makers Liaisons Committee.
Read MoreLocal Utility Leaders Elected to Lead Statewide Power Agency
July 21, 2021Managers and public officials from public power utilities throughout Florida elected five officers to lead FMPA in 2021-2022
Read MoreLarge-Scale Solar Project in Florida Marks One Year of Operations
June 23, 2021Six of the 16 Florida municipal electric utilities that are part of one of the largest municipal-backed solar projects in the nation reached a milestone in reducing power plant emissions after the first two solar sites in the Florida Municipal Solar Project completed their first year of operations.
Read MoreFlorida Public Power Leaders Recognized with National Awards
June 22, 2021Five Florida public power leaders received national awards from the American Public Power Association for their commitment to the electric utility industry and their local communities.
Read MoreFMPA Celebrates Earth Day with Solar Project Website Launch
April 22, 2021FMPA launched a new website today that enables the public to view near real-time solar power output from the agency’s solar energy centers along with the associated environmental benefits.
Read MoreFMPA Wins Public Relations Award for Social Media Campaign
April 14, 2021FMPA won an Award of Distinction at the 2021 Image Awards, an annual competition sponsored by the Orlando Area Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association. FMPA was recognized for its “Powering on Together” campaign, which highlighted Florida’s municipal electric utilities and their efforts to provide affordable, reliable power during COVID-19.
Read MoreFlorida Public Power Customers Meet the People “Behind the Switch”
April 8, 2021FMPA launched its annual social media campaign that highlights the people “Behind the Switch” at Florida’s public power utilities and shows the work they do to provide affordable, reliable and clean electricity to customers.
Read MoreFMPA Named a Top Workplace in Central Florida
November 16, 2020FMPA was named by the Orlando Sentinel as one of the Top Workplaces in Central Florida for 2020.
Read MoreCity Officials Elected to Lead Statewide Committee
October 15, 2020Local elected and appointed officials from throughout Florida elected two officers yesterday to lead FMPA's Policy Makers Liaisons Committee.
Read MoreNew Technology Enhances Electric Reliability for Three Florida Cities
October 7, 2020Electric customers in three Florida cities benefited from fewer power outages thanks to technology installed on power lines that feed electricity to customers.
Read MoreFMPA Wins Statewide Public Relations Award for Major Solar Project
August 28, 2020FMPA won an Award of Distinction at the 2020 Golden Image Awards, an annual statewide competition sponsored by the Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA).
Read MoreFlorida Public Power Organizations Honor Florida Lineworkers
August 5, 2020In advance of Florida Lineworker Appreciation Day on August 26, the Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) and Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA) today launched a social media campaign to honor Florida’s public power lineworkers.
Read MoreLocal Utility Leaders Elected to Lead Statewide Power Agency
July 29, 2020Managers and public officials from public power utilities throughout Florida elected five officers to lead a statewide wholesale power agency in 2020-2021.
Read MoreMajor Solar Energy Project Begins Operation in Central Florida
June 30, 2020Two Central Florida solar farms that are part of one of the largest municipal-backed solar projects in the nation are now operational.
Read MoreFlorida Municipal Power Pool Names Aaron Casto Executive Director
June 17, 2020The Florida Municipal Power Pool (FMPP) has named Aaron P. Casto as Executive Director effective June 29, 2020.
Read MoreFlorida Public Power Leaders Receive National Awards
June 10, 2020
Awards recognize contributions to electric utility industry and public power Tallahassee, Fla., June 10, 2020 – 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 MoreFMPA Prepared for Hurricane Season Amid COVID-19
May 28, 2020FMPA is prepared to provide safe, reliable power to customers if a hurricane impacts the state this storm season.
Read MoreFlorida Public Power Utilities Reducing Electric Bills During COVID-19
April 23, 2020Twenty-one public power utilities in Florida have announced plans to reduce electric bills to help customers cope with the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Read MoreAdditional Fla. public power utilities help customers in response to pandemic
April 16, 2020The list of public power utilities in Florida that are reducing customers’ electric bills in response to the COVID-19 pandemic is growing. Eight more utilities and cities detailed plans that they are taking to ease the financial burden on customers.
Read MoreThe Energy Authority and FMPA Announce Partnership
April 9, 2020The Energy Authority (TEA) and Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA) on April 1 initiated a partnership for TEA to provide FMPA with Load Forecasting, Portfolio Management, and Mid-Term Trading services.
Read MoreFlorida utilities lower power prices during COVID-19
April 8, 2020Seven Florida municipal electric utilities recently approved measures to temporarily lower electricity prices to provide financial relief for customers experiencing hardships during the COVID-19 crisis.
Read MoreFMPA CEO: Florida Municipals Providing Financial Relief During COVID-19
April 6, 2020Several of the community-owned electric utilities in Florida are considering temporarily lowering power prices to their customers. We are working hard to provide FMPA member cities with affordable, reliable and clean power today, tomorrow and into the future.
Read MoreCOVID-19: FMPA Takes Steps to Continue Safe, Reliable Service
March 18, 2020FMPA is closely monitoring the evolving COVID-19 outbreak and working with its employees, member electric utilities and government partners to ensure everyone’s well-being. Electricity is an essential public service, so delivering safe, reliable power remains the top priority of Florida’s municipal electric utilities and FMPA.
Read MoreSee ‘Behind the Switch’ at What It Takes to Provide Solar Electricity
March 4, 2020Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA) launched a social-media campaign today to show retail electric customers what it takes “Behind the Switch” to provide reliable, solar power at the most economical price.
Read MoreMunicipal-Backed Solar Project Hits Milestone with Panel Installments
March 2, 2020The Florida Municipal Power Agency, along with 12 municipal utilities, reached a milestone in Phase I of a major solar project with the installation of solar panels at the Harmony Solar Energy Center in Osceola County, Florida.
Read MoreFlorida Municipal Utilities Announce Second Solar Power Project
December 5, 2019
Project expansion adds 600,000 solar panels for a total of 1.5 million panels by 2023 ORLANDO, Fla.
Read MoreFlorida Municipal Utilities Break Ground on Major Solar Project
November 18, 2019
FMPA, in conjunction with 12 Florida municipal electric utilities and Florida Renewable Partners, LLC, today broke ground on the Florida Municipal Solar Project, one of the largest municipal-backed solar projects in the nation.
Read MoreFMPA Power Plants Outperform Industry Average for Eighth Year
November 5, 2019
FMPA major power plants outperformed industry averages for the eighth consecutive year, helping to reduce FMPA’s electricity costs to the lowest level in 15 years.
Read MoreFMPA Makes Final Debt Payment on Power Plant in Orlando
October 30, 2019
FMPA made the final debt payments this month on its ownership interests in a coal-fired power plant in Orlando.
Read MoreFMPA Credit Rating Upgraded Ahead of Planned Bond Refinancing
October 21, 2019
Fitch Ratings announced a credit rating upgrade for the Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA) to ‘AA-‘ from ‘A+’ ahead of the Orlando-based power agency’s planned bond refinancing in late-October.
Read MoreFMPA Volunteers Beautify Transitional Housing Facility in Orlando
September 27, 2019
Employees of the FMPA helped beautify a residential housing facility at Aspire Health Partners in Orlando as part of Heart of Florida United Way’s annual Day of Caring.
Read MoreSTATEMENT: FMPA Power Plants Prepped for Hurricane Dorian
August 30, 2019
Florida Municipal Power Agency General Manager and CEO Jacob Williams issued a statement regarding preparations for Hurricane Dorian.
Read MoreFlorida Public Power Organizations Celebrate Florida Lineworker Appreciation Day
August 27, 2019
In honor of Florida Lineworker Appreciation Day, the Florida Municipal Electric Association and FMPA recognizes lineworkers from around the state.
Read MoreFlorida Cities Celebrate 25 Years of Savings with Joint Purchasing
July 25, 2019
Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA) celebrates the 25th anniversary of its Joint Purchasing Project.
Read MoreCity Officials Elected to Lead Statewide Committee
July 19, 2019
Local elected and appointed officials from throughout Florida elected two of their own yesterday to lead FMPA’s Policy Makers Liaisons Committee.
Read MoreLocal Utility Executives Elected to Lead Statewide Power Agency
July 17, 2019
Elections for FMPA’s Board of Directors and All-Requirements Executive Committee took place today.
Read MoreFloridians Using Record-High Level of Electricity This Summer
June 26, 2019
Several electric utilities in Florida are reporting record-high levels of electricity sales so far this summer, including the Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA), whose 13 Florida cities hit an all-time summer record yesterday.
Read MoreFlorida Public Power Leaders Receive National Awards
June 11, 2019
The Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) and Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA) today announced three Florida public power leaders were honored with American Public Power Association (APPA) national awards.
Read MoreFMPA Appoints Ken Rutter as Power Agency’s COO
February 6, 2019
FMPA announced the selection of Kenneth S. Rutter as Chief Operating Officer.
Read MoreDid You Ever Think About What It Takes to Provide Electricity?
February 1, 2019
FMPA launched a “Behind the Switch” social media campaign today to give people a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to make electricity low-cost, reliable and clean for millions of Floridians.
Read MoreOcala Electric Contributes $19 Million in Value to Local Economy
January 16, 2019
CEO of statewide power agency describes benefits of a locally owned electric utility ORLANDO, Fla., Jan.
Read MoreWinter Park Signs Deal with FMPA for Low-cost Wholesale Electricity
November 15, 2018
The city of Winter Park will see lower wholesale electric costs for the foreseeable future after city officials negotiated a new power purchase agreement with FMPA.
Read MoreFMPA Wins Excellence in Public Power Communications Award
November 9, 2018
FMPA won an award in the Excellence in Public Power Communications Awards, a national competition sponsored by the American Public Power Association.
Read MoreCity of Tallahassee Joins Florida Municipal Power Agency
October 25, 2018
The city of Tallahassee, Fla., has become the 32nd municipal electric utility to join the Florida Municipal Power Agency.
Read MoreFMPA Power Plants Outperform Industry Average for Reliability
October 23, 2018
For the sixth consecutive year, FMPA’s major power plants outperformed industry averages for reliability.
Read MoreFMPA Volunteers Makeover Offices of Residential Facility for Youth
September 28, 2018
Sixteen employees of the Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA) provided a new look to The Grove Counseling Center in Winter Springs as part of Heart of Florida United Way’s Day of Caring.
Read MoreFMPA Appoints Linda Howard as Power Agency’s CFO
August 29, 2018
FMPA announced today the promotion of Linda S. Howard to Chief Financial Officer, filling the position after the passing earlier this year of the power agency’s previous CFO, Mark J.
Read MoreNew Video Recognizes Florida Lineworker Appreciation Day
August 24, 2018
FMPA and Florida Municipal Electric Association today released a new video produced in recognition of Florida Lineworker Appreciation Day, which is this Sunday, Aug. 26.
Read MoreSocial Media Campaign Honors Public Power Lineworkers
August 6, 2018
In honor of Florida Lineworker Appreciation Day, the Florida Municipal Electric Association and FMPA will recognize lineworkers from around the state during August in a new social media campaign called “Celebrating our Hometown Heroes.”
Read MoreCity Officials Elected to Lead Statewide Committee
July 20, 2018
Local elected and appointed officials from throughout Florida elected two of their own yesterday to lead FMPA’s Policy Makers Liaisons Committee.
Read MoreLocal Utility Leaders Elected to Lead Statewide Power Agency
July 18, 2018
Managers and public officials from municipal electric utilities throughout Florida elected five of their own to lead a statewide power agency in 2018-2019.
Read MoreMunicipal Utilities Mark 30 Years of Saving Money by Joint Operation
July 2, 2018
Electric customers in 20 Florida cities have enjoyed lower electricity costs and enhanced service reliability for the past 30 years thanks in part to a joint effort among municipal electric utilities to share power-generating resources.
Read MoreFlorida Public Power Leaders Receive National Awards
June 19, 2018
Four Florida public power leaders were honored with American Public Power Association (APPA) national awards today during APPA’s National Conference in New Orleans.
Read MoreFort Pierce Power Plant Marks 10 Years of Efficient Operations
May 31, 2018
Electric customers in 13 Florida cities enjoy reliable, affordable electricity thanks, in part, to the Treasure Coast Energy Center, which marks its 10-year anniversary of operation today.
Read MoreMajor Solar Energy Project Announced by Florida Municipal Utilities
May 4, 2018
FMPA, in conjunction with 12 Florida municipal electric utilities and NextEra Florida Renewables, LLC, today announced plans for a large-scale solar energy project to provide renewable energy for customers in the most cost-effective way.
Read MoreFMPA Mourns the Passing of Mark Larson
April 18, 2018
It is with great sadness that FMPA announces the passing of Mark J. Larson, the Agency’s Chief Financial Officer.
Read MoreFMPA Boards Give Final Approval to Transaction with Vero Beach
March 21, 2018
The governing boards of FMPA gave final approval today to agreements enabling the city of Vero Beach to exit FMPA’s power projects and sell its electric utility.
Read MorePublic Power Lineworkers Win Statewide Skills Competition
March 12, 2018
Electric utility lineworkers from Tallahasee and Jacksonville earned a trip to attend a national lineworkers’ competition courtesy of FMPA.
Read MoreAll 19 FMPA Cities Approve Vero Beach Transaction
February 27, 2018
FMPA announced today that the required 19 cities have all approved the necessary agreement to release the city of Vero Beach from FMPA’s power projects, enabling Vero Beach to move forward with the sale of its electric utility.
Read MoreFMPA Marks 40 Years of Providing Low-Cost, Reliable, Clean Power
February 23, 2018
FMPA celebrates its 40-year anniversary on Saturday, Feb. 24.
Read MoreFMPA Begins Providing Wholesale Power to Bartow, Florida
January 2, 2018
The City of Bartow is now receiving cheaper wholesale power under new power purchase agreements with FMPA and the Orlando Utilities Commission.
Read MoreWholesale Power Agency Grants Holiday Wishes
December 21, 2017
Holiday wishes will come true this year for 70 children of the Children’s Home Society of Florida, thanks to generous employees of FMPA.
Read MoreFMPA Receives Excellence in Public Power Communications Award
November 9, 2017
FMPA received an award Nov. 8 in the Excellence in Public Power Communications Awards, a national competition sponsored by the American Public Power Association.
Read MorePublic Power Utilities Recognized for Hurricane Irma Restoration
October 20, 2017
Florida’s municipal electric utilities and more than 2,000 lineworkers from 170 public power utilities in 24 states were recognized Thursday for their efforts to help restore power after Hurricane Irma.
Read MoreFMPA Board Names Jody Finklea as FMPA General Counsel
September 22, 2017
FMPA’s Board of Directors selected Jody Finklea as its next General Counsel and Chief Legal Officer, replacing Fred Bryant.
Read MoreFMPA Orlando Office to Re-Open Wednesday after Hurricane Irma
September 12, 2017
FMPA’s Orlando office fared well in Hurricane Irma, so the office will re-open Wednesday, Sept. 12.
Read MoreFMPA Closes Orlando Office for Hurricane Irma
September 8, 2017
Due to Hurricane Irma, FMPA will close its Orlando office today at 1 p.m.
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