By rapidly doubling or tripling its solar capacity, OUC could make burning coal unnecessary. Unlike fossil fuels, solar power has no fuel cost, helping protect OUC customers from the price swings that come with natural gas and coal.
You cannot make change by complaining and dwelling on the situation; calling, emailing or coming in person to see your legislators is the only way for your voice to be heard and for real change to happen.
“It means that everyone is going to pay more money on their power bills, and there are plenty of people who can absorb a higher energy bill. But there are a lot of people who cannot, and this is coming at a time when housing prices are up, groceries are up, and insurance prices are high. And so there are people who are suffering out there.”
“Coal is the most expensive form of electricity”
An interactive expo will allow participants to speak directly with researchers, nonprofits, educators and companies doing climate-focused work.
“We really are facing an affordability crisis in the state of Florida, and I think young people are feeling it across the board,” Montealegre said. “We definitely need to push for accountability when it comes to energy costs.”
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