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Duke Energy Florida and Duke Energy Foundation add to long-standing support for Pinellas Education Foundation with $100,000 grant

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Duke Energy Florida and Duke Energy Foundation have provided a $100,000 grant to support Pinellas County Schools' Future Cities program and enhanced experiences at Enterprise Village and Finance Park. The grant will help middle school students explore sustainable solutions for energy, land conservation, and environmental issues. The company also renewed its sponsorship of Enterprise Village and Finance Park, which served over 14,000 students last year.

Duke Energy has upgraded its storefronts to showcase energy efficiency jobs and innovative tools, including thermal cameras and virtual reality experiences. The company's total donations to Pinellas Education Foundation now exceed $4 million over nearly four decades of support.

Duke Energy Florida e la Duke Energy Foundation hanno fornito un contributo di 100.000 dollari per supportare il programma Future Cities delle scuole della Contea di Pinellas e per arricchire le esperienze a Enterprise Village e Finance Park. Il contributo aiuterà gli studenti delle scuole medie a esplorare soluzioni sostenibili per l'energia, la conservazione del territorio e le questioni ambientali. L'azienda ha anche rinnovato il suo patrocinio di Enterprise Village e Finance Park, che hanno servito oltre 14.000 studenti lo scorso anno.

Duke Energy ha aggiornato le sue vetrine per mostrare lavori legati all'efficienza energetica e strumenti innovativi, tra cui telecamere termiche ed esperienze di realtà virtuale. Le donazioni totali dell'azienda alla Pinellas Education Foundation superano ora 4 milioni di dollari in quasi quattro decenni di supporto.

Duke Energy Florida y la Duke Energy Foundation han proporcionado una para apoyar el programa Future Cities de las escuelas del Condado de Pinellas y para mejorar las experiencias en Enterprise Village y Finance Park. La subvención ayudará a los estudiantes de secundaria a explorar soluciones sostenibles para la energía, la conservación de la tierra y problemas ambientales. La empresa también renovó su patrocinio de Enterprise Village y Finance Park, que atendió a más de 14,000 estudiantes el año pasado.

Duke Energy ha modernizado sus escaparates para mostrar trabajos de eficiencia energética y herramientas innovadoras, incluidas cámaras térmicas y experiencias de realidad virtual. Las donaciones totales de la empresa a la Pinellas Education Foundation ahora superan 4 millones de dólares en casi cuatro décadas de apoyo.

듀크 에너지 플로리다와 듀크 에너지 재단이 핀엘라스 카운티 학교의 미래 도시 프로그램과 기업 마을 및 재정 공원의 향상된 경험을 지원하기 위해 10만 달러의 보조금을 제공했습니다. 이 보조금은 중학생들이 에너지, 토지 보존 및 환경 문제에 대한 지속 가능한 솔루션을 탐구하는 데 도움을 줄 것입니다. 이 회사는 지난해 14,000명의 학생을 대상으로 한 기업 마을 및 재정 공원의 후원을 갱신했습니다.

듀크 에너지는 에너지 효율성 직업 및 혁신적인 도구, 열화상 카메라 및 가상 현실 경험을 포함하여 상점을 업그레이드했습니다. 기업이 핀엘라스 교육 재단에 기부한 총액은 거의 40년 동안 400만 달러를 초과했습니다.

Duke Energy Florida et la Duke Energy Foundation ont fourni une subvention de 100 000 dollars pour soutenir le programme Future Cities des écoles du comté de Pinellas et améliorer les expériences à Enterprise Village et Finance Park. Cette subvention aidera les élèves de l'école intermédiaire à explorer des solutions durables pour l'énergie, la conservation des terres et les problèmes environnementaux. L'entreprise a également renouvelé son sponsoring d'Enterprise Village et Finance Park, qui a servi plus de 14 000 étudiants l'année dernière.

Duke Energy a modernisé ses vitrines pour mettre en valeur les emplois liés à l'efficacité énergétique et des outils innovants, y compris des caméras thermiques et des expériences de réalité virtuelle. Les dons totaux de l'entreprise à la Pinellas Education Foundation dépassent désormais 4 millions de dollars en près de quatre décennies de soutien.

Duke Energy Florida und die Duke Energy Foundation haben einen Zuschuss in Höhe von 100.000 Dollar bereitgestellt, um das Future Cities-Programm der Schulen in Pinellas County und verbesserte Erfahrungen im Enterprise Village und Finance Park zu unterstützen. Der Zuschuss wird es Mittelschülern ermöglichen, nachhaltige Lösungen für Energie, Landenschutz und Umweltfragen zu erkunden. Das Unternehmen hat auch sein Sponsoring für Enterprise Village und Finance Park erneuert, die im letzten Jahr über 14.000 Schüler betreut haben.

Duke Energy hat seine Schaufenster modernisiert, um Arbeitsplätze im Bereich Energieeffizienz und innovative Werkzeuge, einschließlich Wärmebildkameras und virtueller Realität, zu zeigen. Die Gesamtsumme der Spenden des Unternehmens an die Pinellas Education Foundation übersteigt nun 4 Millionen Dollar über fast vier Jahrzehnte Unterstützung.

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  • Long-term community engagement strengthening Duke Energy's local presence and brand value
  • Strategic investment in educational initiatives promoting energy efficiency and sustainability awareness
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  • Supports Pinellas County Schools' Future Cities program and enhanced experiences at Enterprise Village and Finance Park
  • Brings total company donations to more than $4 million 

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Dec. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Thanks to a long-standing collaboration with Duke Energy Florida, the Duke Energy Foundation and Pinellas Education Foundation, thousands of students will experience real-world economic and innovative engineering concepts to help them reach their full potential both in and out of the classroom.

Duke Energy Foundation provided a $100,000 grant to Pinellas County Schools' Future Cities program to help students in grades six through eight explore and create sustainable solutions around energy, land conservation and environmental issues. Through the program, middle school students imagine, research, design and build cities of the future that showcase their solution to a citywide sustainability issue.

The company also renewed its longtime sponsorship of Pinellas County Schools' Stavros Institute Enterprise Village and Finance Park, where thousands of elementary and high school students travel from across the state to develop basic economic concepts, understand the process between businesses and consumers and learn how to make sound personal finance decisions. During last year's school year, more than 14,000 students attended the storefronts.

"Enterprise Village and Finance Park have grown into one of Pinellas County's most popular destinations and innovative learning experiences," said Melissa Seixas, Duke Energy Florida state president. "Many of our employees and retirees have fond memories of Enterprise Village, visiting as students, volunteers or chaperones, which speaks to the lasting impact Pinellas Education Foundation programs have on our communities."

This year, Duke Energy Florida upgraded its storefronts in Enterprise Village and Finance Park to reflect a smarter, brighter energy future with new energy efficiency jobs and innovative tools including thermal cameras, virtual reality experiences and renewable energy concepts. Duke Energy – then Florida Power Corporation – has been a sponsor of Enterprise Village since its inception in 1989.

"Duke Energy is a valued supporter of Pinellas Education Foundation," said Kim Jowell, Pinellas Education Foundation chief executive officer. "They have a long-standing commitment to having a presence in our signature Enterprise Village and Finance Park programs.

"This year, we are particularly excited they will be providing opportunities for students to explore and create sustainable solutions around energy and environmental issues," said Jowell. "Duke Energy exemplifies how investing in education enhances student learning experiences and drives academic success."

For nearly four decades, Duke Energy Florida, its predecessor companies and the Duke Energy Foundation have supported Pinellas Education Foundation with more than $4 million in grants, donations and sponsorships.

Duke Energy Florida

Duke Energy Florida, a subsidiary of Duke Energy, owns 12,300 megawatts of energy capacity, supplying electricity to 2 million residential, commercial and industrial customers across a 13,000-square-mile service area in Florida.

Duke Energy Foundation

The Duke Energy Foundation provides more than $30 million annually in philanthropic support to meet the needs of communities where Duke Energy customers live and work. The Foundation is funded by Duke Energy shareholders.

Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), a Fortune 150 company headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is one of America's largest energy holding companies. The company's electric utilities serve 8.4 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky, and collectively own 54,800 megawatts of energy capacity. Its natural gas utilities serve 1.7 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Ohio and Kentucky.

Pinellas Education Foundation

Established in 1986, Pinellas Education Foundation is a nationally recognized, dynamic nonprofit organization committed to transforming students' lives, empowering them to achieve their full potential, and providing teachers with the resources they need to excel in the classroom. Through innovative initiatives, a strategic partnership with Pinellas County Schools, and collaboration with community partners, we work tirelessly to accelerate educational achievement for all students. With a comprehensive approach to education, our programs cover the bookends of learning, beginning with an emphasis on early literacy all the way through the intricate pathways of college and career readiness. Improving outcomes, especially for students with the greatest achievement gaps, is pivotal to our work. Our commitment to quality education spans the entire spectrum, and we are constantly evolving to address the ever-changing needs of students and teachers. To learn more, visit pinellaseducation.org.

Duke Energy Florida Media Contact: Audrey Stasko
Media line: 800.559.3853
Twitter: @DE_AudreyS

Pinellas Education Foundation Media Contact: Kate Smith
Office: 727.588.4816, Ext. 2128
Kate.Smith@pinellaseducation.org

 

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FAQ

How much did Duke Energy Foundation grant to Pinellas County Schools' Future Cities program in 2024?

Duke Energy Foundation provided a $100,000 grant to Pinellas County Schools' Future Cities program in 2024.

How many students attended Duke Energy's Enterprise Village and Finance Park storefronts last year?

More than 14,000 students attended the Enterprise Village and Finance Park storefronts during the previous school year.

What is the total amount Duke Energy (DUK) has donated to Pinellas Education Foundation?

Duke Energy, its predecessor companies, and the Duke Energy Foundation have provided more than $4 million in grants, donations, and sponsorships to Pinellas Education Foundation over nearly four decades.

What new features did Duke Energy (DUK) add to its Enterprise Village and Finance Park storefronts?

Duke Energy upgraded its storefronts with new energy efficiency jobs displays, thermal cameras, virtual reality experiences, and renewable energy concepts.

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