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May 2025 Newsletter
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Say No to FPL’s Rate Increase Request! America’s largest utility Florida Power and Light is seeking more rate hikes on Florida customers – their third since 2021.This time, they plan to increase rates by nearly $9 billion, the largest rate hike request in United States history. If the Florida Public Service Commission approves FPL’s request, FPL customers could pay at least $200 more annually for basic electricity by 2029– and potentially more.FPL already gets more than a 10% profit. It wants to increase that to 11.9%. FPL’s executives are making record salaries while Floridians cut back on A/C in the dead of summer to afford their bills.We are calling on the Florida Public Service Commission to Reject FPL’s Rate Hike!You can Take Action Now by signing a petition to be sent to the Public Service Commission saying “Say No To Rate Hikes” using the link below.Take Action |
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| Schedule of PSC Public Hearings:The Florida Public Service Commission has scheduled a series of public hearings across Florida to gather input on Florida Power & Light’s proposed rate hike. Virtual hearing options will also be available for residents who wish to participate online. The virtual service hearings will be viewable online at the PSC’s website. Visit www. FloridaPSC.com and look for the “Watch Live Broadcast” icon on the left side of the webpage. If you do not have access to the internet, you may call 850-413-7999 to listen to the hearings. Customer participation in the virtual hearings will be by phone. Customers may register to speak at the virtual service hearings in one of the following ways: (1) register using the PSC’s online registration form, which will be available at www.FloridaPSC.com, under the “Hot Topics” heading, (2) call the PSC at 850-413- 7080 or (3) email speakersignup@psc.state.fl.us.Online registration for the virtual service hearings will open on May 20, 2025, at 9 a.m. ET, and close at noon ET on June 2, 2025. One day prior to the virtual service hearings customers who signed up to speak will be provided further instructions from PSC staff on how to participate. Customers who wish to speak at the in-person service hearings may register upon arrival at the venue. Online registration is not available for in-person service hearings. PSC Public Hearings Schedule: North Fort Myers May 28, 2025, 9 a.m. ET Lee County Civic Center, Davidson House 11831 Bayshore Rd, North Fort Myers, FL 33917 Miami Gardens* May 28, 2025, 6 p.m. ET Florida Memorial University, Lou Rawls Center for the Performing Arts 15800 NW 42nd Ave, Miami Gardens, FL 33054 Hollywood* May 29, 2025, 9:30 a.m. ET Anne Kolb Nature Center 751 Sheridan St, Hollywood, FL 33019 West Palm Beach May 29, 2025, 6 p.m. ET Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County 7501 N Jog Rd, West Palm Beach, FL 33412 Daytona Beach Shores May 30, 2025, 1 p.m. ET Shores Community Center 3000 Bellemead Dr, Daytona Beach Shores, FL 32118 Virtual* June 3, 2025, 6 p.m. ET Virtual June 4, 2025, 10 a.m. ET Virtual* June 4, 2025, 2 p.m. ET Pensacola June 5, 2025, 6 p.m. CT Pensacola State College: Hagler Auditorium 1000 College Blvd., Building 2a, Pensacola, FL 32504 Panama City June 6, 2025, 1 p.m. CT Gulf Coast State College: Student Union East, Room 232 |
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| The 3rd Annual Southeast Environmental Justice Summit is coming to Atlanta, June 13–16!  Hosted by Harambee House, Inc. and led by the visionary Dr. Mildred McClain, this year’s Southeast Environmental Justice (SEEJ) Summit has been reimagined into a powerful week of interactive workshops, roundtables, world cafés, and hands-on sessions designed to equip attendees with real-world strategies to build power and resilience in their communities.The Summit convenes NGOs, CBOs, grassroots organizers, and academics working across EPA Region 4 to advance environmental stewardship and justice throughout the Southeast.Now more than ever, we need strong relationships, shared knowledge, and bold action to protect and uplift historically marginalized communities across the American South. That’s what the SEEJ Summit is all about.Mark your calendar and be part of the movement. Register Here |
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Donations Needed for Silent Auction Each year the Silent Auction helps us hit our fundraising goal for the event with contributions from supporters like you. Can you donate a gift card, a vacation experience, local services or goods? Let guests slowly consider your business, product or service as they try to outbid one another and expose your brand to a captive audience who shares your values. If you can donate, please use the email link below to let us know what you would like to donate and when we can come to receive it. |
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| Support Youth Education and SEED Program: Become an Energy Ball Sponsor  This year’s Energy Ball is the evening of October 2nd. We anticipate the event will attract at least 250 attendees. We will offer our Energy Ball traditions, including live music, an online silent auction, Energy Innovator Award recognition, and Green Outfit Contest. Your support allows us to invest in youth by expanding important educational programs into the Spring of 2026. REAF uses donated funds to advocate for renewable energy policies throughout the year.From Presenting Sponsor to Bronze level, we offer a wide range of choices and incentives to encourage your participation. Please see our website for the sponsorship levels and incentives offered. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, or would like more information, please email us using the link below. |
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| Next Energy Ball Volunteer Meeting – Thursday, 6/26Save the date for the next Energy Ball Volunteer Meeting on Thursday, June 26 at 5pm EDT. The volunteers who attend these meetings will play an essential role in helping us put together this year’s Energy Ball. The Energy Ball Committee needs help planning, soliciting silent auction items and recruiting sponsors. The Energy Ball will be in Tallahassee on October 2nd, but you do not need to be present or in Tallahassee to help.If you can help, please register for the meeting using the link below. Register |
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| A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION FOR RETHINK ENERGY FLORIDA, INC. MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE WITHIN THE STATE: 1-800-HELP-FLA (435-7352). REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE. |
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