Your World is Changing Quickly
& We Are Ready
Energy is essential to you. You deserve a clean energy future that will better protect your health and our planet, while continuing to support the needs of a thriving economy. That's why Tampa Electric has made a commitment to reduce carbon emissions even further.
FACT SHEET PRESS RELEASEOur Progress So Far
Since 1999, we've already reduced carbon emissions by 53 percent while generating more power for our growing communities. And we're not done yet. We're committed to reducing carbon emissions that will help us work towards a net-zero vision.
*Percentages are based on mass emission reductions
Why It Matters
Protecting the Planet
It's not just your planet, or ours. It's the planet that our children and future generations will depend on. That's why we're working to rapidly reduce our dependence on fossil fuels.
Affordable Rates for the Long Term
Evolving how we make energy is no small task. But through long-term planning we can prioritize affordable rates for you even as we shift to renewable energy sources and other emerging technologies.
Increased Reliability
Updating our grid won't just improve the quality and cleanliness of our energy. It'll be more reliable too, thanks to a modernized grid and the introduction of battery storage options.
Our Plan For
A Net-Zero Carbon Future
Increasing the use of zero/low-carbon technologies we use today
Investing in emerging solutions that help us generate more clean energy
Improving existing power stations
Modernizing our electric grid
Partnering with our customers and community
Our Goal For
2025
60% Reduction of CO2 Emissions
How We Will Get There:
Improving Power Stations
Renewables
Customer Participation
Energy Storage
Our Goal For
2040
80% Reduction of CO2 Emissions
Proposed Solutions:
Improving Power Stations
Renewables
Customer Participation
Energy Storage
Clean Fuel
Carbon Capture
Our Vision For
2050
Net-Zero CO2
Proposed Solutions:
Improving Power Stations
Renewables
Customer Participation
Energy Storage
Clean Fuel
Carbon Capture
Reforestation & Agricultural Offsets
Innovation