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Spring, 2023 – After Hurricane Irma exposed major vulnerabilities across Florida’s electric systems, public power utilities invested heavily in reliability improvements and grid modernization. From undergrounding distribution lines and strengthening poles to deploying advanced outage management technology, utilities like Lake Worth Beach Electric Utilities saw significant improvements during Hurricane Ian. These investments not only accelerated restoration times but also enhanced long-term resiliency for customers across the state.
February 24, 2026 – In Episode 2 of the Florida Public Powercast, Ed Liberty shares how Lake Worth Beach Electric Utilities is evolving through culture-driven leadership, grid modernization, and a commitment to transparency. From strengthening infrastructure to preparing for future energy demands, this conversation highlights the challenges and opportunities shaping public power today.
Lake Worth Beach Electric Utilities, in partnership with FMPA and Origis Energy, has completed the Whistling Duck Solar Energy Center, a nearly 75-MWac facility that strengthens the city’s renewable energy portfolio while supporting long-term reliability, sustainability, and price stability for municipal utility customers.
Lake Worth Beach Electric Utilities Director Ed Liberty has received the Mark Crisson Leadership and Managerial Excellence Award from the American Public Power Association. Presented at APPA’s national conference on June 10, 2025, the award recognizes his leadership in strengthening the city’s electric infrastructure, reducing costs and emissions, and delivering reliable, efficient service. Liberty’s achievement underscores his role as a public power innovator who leads by example—raising standards not only locally but across the nation.