Emera, Inc. is halting disconnections of service to residential and business customers for nonpayment, ceasing the application of late fees to overdue accounts, and continuing to set up realistic payment plans with its customers to ensure electricity bills are manageable.
Tampa Electric and TECO Peoples Gas are donating $1 million to local charities that will benefit people financially affected by the pandemic.
- $500,000 to the Share program, which supports customers who cannot pay their utility bills. The program, administered by the Salvation Army, was also simplified to provide assistance to more people during the pandemic.
- $500,000 to other charitable partner organizations working on the front lines of the pandemic, providing critical support to our community through meals, housing and other assistance.