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Lake Worth Beach Electric Utilities has Transformed its Reliability

May 15, 2026 – Lake Worth Beach Electric Utilities has transformed its reliability performance in recent years through strategic infrastructure investments, proactive maintenance, and the commitment of its workforce. Today, the utility’s outage response and restoration times are comparable to Florida Power & Light, reflecting the impact of continued improvements and dedicated staff efforts.

May 15, 2026

Episode 2 — Ed Liberty: Leading Utility Transformation in Lake Worth Beach

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.

March 5, 2026

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The Connection Between Wildlife and Reliability

We must manage many factors to assure our systems provide high reliability against a wide array of wildlife threats.

January 10, 2020

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Lake Worth Beach Invests in Electric Car Fleet

Per our strategy to continually reduce our carbon footprint, Lake Worth Beach is investing in a zero-carbon electric car fleet…

December 15, 2019

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Representatives from Florida Municipal Power Agency, Origis Energy and 12 municipal electric utilities announce the expansion of the Florida Municipal Solar Project Dec, 5 2019

Lake Worth beach Signs on with FMPA Solar 2 Project

By participating in large scale projects of this size we can bring carbon-free energy to our customers at lower prices than we could achieve if we were to try and do it on our own”

December 12, 2019

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What’s Ours, What’s Yours! What to do after a storm has passed

Following a hurricane, restoration of power is a top priority, yet even after power returns, you may still be without power due to damage to your service line…

December 1, 2019

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