Florida Power & Light Company said Thursday it is doubling funding for its Saving Steps program, from $15 million to $30 million. The utility, a subsidiary of NextEra Energy, announced the expansion in a Boca Raton news release dated Nov. 12.
The program pairs energy-saving education with a $200 bill credit for eligible customers. FPL said the added money will let it reach more households that need help paying their bills.
Customers qualify if their household income is at or below their county’s United Way ALICE threshold. ALICE stands for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed. The utility said the standard reaches seniors and working families, including teachers and first responders, who may not qualify for traditional assistance but still struggle to get by.
FPL has already given automatic Saving Steps credits to seniors who received help through the Emergency Home Energy Assistance for the Elderly Program, and to customers affected by Hurricane Isaias.
Residents who want to check eligibility can visit FPL.com/Assistance. The online Assistance Center also lists other bill-support options, energy-saving programs and community resources covering food and housing.
