Progress-Duke Merger Runs into Snags
The proposed mega-merger of Progress Energy and Duke Energy has run into federal objections that, at a minimum, appear likely to delay the deal.
Scott’s Miami Port Expansion Challenged
Three environmental groups have challenged one of Gov. Rick Scott’s priorities – the Miami Port expansion – on the grounds that it poses a threat to endangered and protected species and will undermine a Fisher Island seawall.
Get Ready for More Polluted Water
A panel of state regulators unanimously approved a new slate of statewide water pollution standards Thursday, following public testimony that included criticism from environmental groups over the new rules.
First Solar Farm Opens in Orange County
Orange County’s first solar farm was opened at OUC’s Curtis H. Stanton Energy Center along Innovation Way in east Orange County on Wednesday.
Solar Farm Coming to Hardee County
Two months after saying it would build a solar-energy farm in Gadsden County, a Melbourne-based firm announced Wednesday that it also has reached agreement for a similar project in Hardee County.
Progress Energy to Fleece Customers Again
Progress Energy Florida’s controversial request to collect $140 million from customers next year to cover costs related to the idled Crystal River nuclear plant, was approved by State regulators Tuesday. Commissioners rejected arguments from consumer, business and military attorneys that Progress should not be allowed to pass along the costs in 2012 because of outstanding questions about whether the utility has mishandled the Crystal River project.
Surprise! FPL to Lower Electric Bills by $2 Bucks
Florida Power & Light said Monday, customers’ electricity bills will be lower in 2012, in view of lower projected fuel cost.
Emergency Alert System Test on Wednesday
Floridians are being reminded of the first nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS) on November 9 at 2:00 p.m. eastern standard time, to be conducted by the federal government.
KSC, Boeing Announce Major Commercial Space Partnership
The Boeing Company and NASA’s Kennedy Space Center (KSC) will announce Monday their intention to assemble a commercial space capsule that will create hundreds of much needed jobs on the Space Coast.
