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Proposed Electric School Bus Pilot Program Aimed to Help Maryland Achieve Climate Goals and Help Public Schools Meet Transportation Needs
By Ohio Energy Reporter | Jan 18, 2024
Potomac Edison, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp., has submitted a proposal to the Maryland Public Service Commission (PSC) for a five-year Electric School Bus Pilot Program. The program aims to assist the state in achieving its climate goals and help public schools meet their transportation needs. The pilot program aligns with Maryland's Climate Solutions Now Act of 2022, which mandates that all new school buses contracted or purchased by public school systems in the state be zero emissions.Don McGettigan, the acting President of FirstEnergy's Maryland Operations,...
Duke Energy Florida Donates $50,000 to St. Petersburg College for Scholarships
By Ohio Energy Reporter | Jan 18, 2024
Duke Energy Florida has announced a generous donation of $50,000 to St. Petersburg College's Promise Scholarship program. This donation will provide graduating high school students from eight Pinellas County high schools with the opportunity to attend St. Petersburg College (SPC) at no cost to them.Melissa Seixas, Duke Energy Florida state president, expressed the company's commitment to uplifting the communities they serve, stating, "We are proud to support this scholarship opportunity that we believe will have a lasting impact on tomorrow's workforce as well as...
Fleet Electric Vehicle (EV) and Charging Considerations Whitepaper
By Ohio Energy News | Jan 15, 2024
A recent whitepaper has been released, highlighting the importance of considering EV charging infrastructure when deploying fleet vehicles. As electric vehicle adoption continues to rise, understanding the operational profile and charging requirements of these vehicles is crucial in order to optimize costs, streamline deployments, and facilitate future growth.The whitepaper emphasizes that electric vehicles are increasingly becoming a viable solution for transportation, particularly for vehicle fleets. This includes a wide range of fleet deployments, from passenger...
Piedmont Natural Gas Offers Tips to Save Money and Energy in Frigid Temperatures
By Ohio Energy News | Jan 12, 2024
As frigid temperatures sweep across the Southeast, Piedmont Natural Gas is providing customers with tips and resources to help them manage their home energy use and save money on their energy bills. According to Sasha Weintraub, senior vice president and president of Piedmont Natural Gas, even with the downward trend in the cost of natural gas, some customers may still struggle with paying their monthly bills or be looking for opportunities to keep their expenses down.To help customers manage their energy use during colder temperatures, Piedmont Natural Gas offers several...