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Jim RosicaJanuary 11, 2016

As promised, the backers of one proposed solar-power constitutional amendment have filed a legal brief opposing the other and asked for oral argument. Floridians for Solar Choice, supported by the solar industry and business and consumer interests, on Monday filed its opposition brief against the utility-backed Consumers for Smart Solar. Its attorneys advanced the filing earlier in […]

Phil AmmannDecember 19, 2015

It’s an unfortunate fact of life, but one we deal with every day. As time goes on, nearly everyone expects to pay more for basics such as food, housing and other utilities. However, one necessity has actually been getting cheaper at the same time: electricity. A new email from Duke Energy reminds consumers that, for […]

Jim RosicaNovember 11, 2015

Of the groups behind two solar-power constitutional amendments competing to get on the 2016 ballot, one currently has more signatures, but the other now has raised gobs more cash. The utility-backed Consumers for Smart Solar has raised nearly $3.8 million, including $2.3 million in October alone, according to online campaign finance reports. The latest disclosures were due […]

Mitch PerryNovember 6, 2015

The Everglades Coalition, an alliance of more than 50 local, state and national conservation and environmental organizations dedicated to full restoration of America’s Everglades, has endorsed the constitutional amendment being advocated by the group Floridians for Solar Choice. “Water quantity and quality are critical for Everglades restoration, yet the Everglades ecosystem has competing demands for water […]

Drew WilsonSeptember 14, 2015

Fundraising appears to have stalled for the committee backing an amendment making it easier for consumers to buy and sell solar power while donations to its industry-backed rival show no sign of slowing down. Floridians for Solar Choice brought in just $591 for August while it spent more than $135,000. That’s a major drop off […]

Mitch PerrySeptember 10, 2015

Supporters of a proposed ballot initiative aimed at allowing individuals and businesses to own or lease solar equipment to generate their own electricity announced Thursday morning that they have collected their first 100,000 signed petitions. Advocates for the measure, calling themselves Consumers for Smart Solar, issued a statement saying that they are well on their way […]

A.G. GancarskiSeptember 10, 2015

State Rep. Travis Cummings needed just $850 in August to crack the $90,000 barrier. The Orange Park Republican got that … and $150 more. Two $500 donations, from Duke Energy and from Tallahassee’s Lewis, Longman, and Parker, put Cummings over the hump. Right now, he does face competition, in the form of Ken Willey, the iconoclastic Libertarian. […]

Ryan RayAugust 18, 2015

The up and coming firm of Smith Bryan & Myers had themselves a healthy second quarter this year, a legislative year so far defined by lawmakers – and lobbyists – spending a lot more time in Tallahassee than anyone thought was likely when 2015 began. According to estimates based on recently submitted compensation reports, SBM […]

Guest AuthorAugust 12, 2015

I’ve been a pediatrician for 35 years, and in that time, I have seen first-hand the effect that a changing climate has on my young patients. With more ozone and pollution in the atmosphere, we see worsening respiratory problems, allergies, and asthma. I care for many young infants and children who have to take several […]

Mitch PerryAugust 3, 2015

60 Plus, the self-described conservative alternative to AARP, has endorsed one of the dueling constitutional amendments on solar power that its backers are hoping to get on the ballot next year in Florida. “We are pleased to join this effort to protect Florida seniors through the proposed constitutional amendment being sponsored by Consumers for Smart […]

Tag: Duke Energy

Solar amendment showdown goes to court

Email insights: Unlike other basic needs, Duke Energy keeps Florida electricity costs down

Utility-backed solar amendment rakes in campaign cash

The Everglades Coalition comes out in support of Floridians for Solar Choice amendment

Fundraising turns gloomy for Floridians for Solar Choice committee

Consumers for Smart Solar say it has hit goal to trigger Supreme Court review

Travis Cummings clears $90K barrier in August

Smith Bryan & Myers collects nearly $1 million in Q2 lobbying fees

Dr. Lynn Ringenberg: Climate change health effects now visible, deadly

Debbie Dooley blasts 60 Plus endorsement of opposing solar power amendment