At Peoples Gas and Tampa Electric, our employees are finding ways to “Inspire Hope” during the pandemic. And we’re proud to share stories of team members safely volunteering and inspiring hope in our communities, one day at a time. Jammal Davenport’s childhood was not easy. A teenage mom, an incarcerated dad – circumstances that don’t always lead a child to succeed. Jammal says, “I was ‘that kid’ with the odds…
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Sept. 15 is National IT Professionals Day and 2020 is the Year They Were Built For
Since 2015, Sept. 15 has become a nationally recognized day to honor an often-unsung hero of modern business who we rely on to keep us connected and to help keep our business going, especially during a pandemic – our IT team members. It’s a day to celebrate the increasing range of technologies we employ and acknowledge the rapid pace of change our IT pros must manage. When the COVID-19 pandemic…
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Inspiring hope with hydration and a big heart
At Peoples Gas and Tampa Electric our employees are finding ways to “Inspire Hope” during the pandemic. And we’re proud to share stories of team members safely volunteering and inspiring hope in our communities, one day at a time. If you deliver the mail or pick up the trash at Monica Byrnes’ house, you’re in luck. The TECO employee – or her husband Steve – will likely greet you with…
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TECO Team Members Virtually Raise Money for Feeding America
Amid the pandemic, we know more people than ever are struggling financially and there is an increasing need for access to healthy food. That’s why Tampa Electric and Peoples Gas organized a Virtual Food Bank Drive benefiting several Feeding America affiliates in Florida. Our team members blew us away with their generosity, raising more than $55,000 with a dollar-for-dollar match from our parent company Emera! Our donation will fund more…
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Cold weather tips for Florida – save energy on heating
If winter in Florida brings to mind warm, balmy days, you are spot on – most of the time. We can help you prepare for those occasional cold snaps that can take you by surprise here in the Sunshine State. Check out these cold weather tips to save energy on heating. Cold weather tips Service your heating system annually and adjust for maximum efficiency. Have your duct system sealed. Set thermostats between…
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