September 1, 2007 – Vol. 12 No.23

Progress Energy Florida Launches SolarWise for Schools(SM) Program.

The program is expected to accelerate the installation of solar energy systems at schools throughout the Progress Energy Florida's 35-county service territory SunSmart Schools program and will expand upon its SunSmart Schools program. Through SunSmart Schools Progress Energy partnered with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and the Florida Solar Energy Center to install PV systems at 11 schools throughout the company's service area.

Progress Energy customers can take part in SolarWise for Schools if they are enrolled in EnergyWise, the company's energy management program. EnergyWise enables Progress Energy to temporarily cycle off power to select electrical equipment - such as central heating and air units, water heaters and pool pumps - during periods of peak community demand.

In exchange, customers receive monthly credits on their electric bill that can total more than $145 annually. Customers have the option to keep these credits or automatically contribute these monthly savings toward SolarWise for Schools, thus, in effect, make a donation to the program to build renewable solar energy and educate students about the technology and its benefits. Schools receive the benefit of the solar power that is generated onsite.

Participation in both programs - SolarWise for Schools and EnergyWise - is free for Progress Energy customers. (8/30/07)

Links:

To contribute to the SolarWise fund, customers must participate in EnergyWise. To enroll in either program, call 888-282-9757 or visit http://www.savethewatts.com

Progress Energy http://www.progress-energy.com

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