Media Releases

February 29, 2024 – Conserving electricity doesn’t just reduce your carbon footprint, it can help reduce your electric bill. Follow these simple tips to trim your energy usage: Plant a tree. Trees help shade your home and keep it cool! Be sure to plant the right tree...

February 13, 2024 – LCEC was named as the Large Business of the Year at the 2024 Cape Coral Chamber of Commerce Chairman’s Gala honoring excellence in business on Friday, February 9 at the Mercola Market of Cape Coral. LCEC CEO Denise Vidal proudly accepted the award...

February 8, 2024 – The deadline to apply for an LCEC Environmental Funding Award is Friday, March 15. Applicants must meet certain criteria to be considered for an award. Visit www.lcec.net/about-lcec/community-and-education/environment to apply. LCEC Environment...

January 31, 2024 – The skies are clear and the waterways of SWFL are calling. Boating enthusiasts are reminded to steer clear of power lines. Contacting power lines poses a risk of power interruptions which could result in serious injuries and even death. Always be...

January 24, 2024 – LCEC, Harry Chapin Food Bank, and Healthy Start Coalition of SWFL have partnered to host a drive-thru style food distribution event on Friday, January 26, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Ocean Church, 2016 Kismet Pkwy E, Cape Coral, FL 33909. This...

January 18, 2024 – Pad-mounted transformers are large, green, locked boxes that are typically located in residential neighborhoods. Pad-mounted transformers work similarly to the transformers (gray cans) on the top of electric poles. Simply put, they convert...

January 12, 2024 - LCEC takes great pride in recognizing the heroic actions of two dedicated lineman, Jason Brennan and Jarrett Cornell. These courageous individuals acted quickly to respond to, and extinguish, a house fire in Island Vista Estates Mobile Home...

January 10, 2024 – Nearly 150 people participated in the 12th Annual LCEC Run/Walk to benefit United Way at Jaycee Park in Cape Coral, Florida on Saturday, January 6. To date, this 5K has raised more than $35,000 for the United Way of Lee, Hendry and Glades Counties....

December 20, 2023 – For those trimming the tree and decorating your home this week, remember to keep electrical safety in mind. Lights – Toss any frayed wires, broken bulbs and burnt lights. Outlets – Plugging in excessive cords into an electric source can pose a fire...

December 12, 2023 - Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park, a popular destination with one of the most pristine stretches of beaches in Naples, is getting a much-needed mangrove makeover to restore portions of its shoreline affected by Hurricane Ian. Earlier today, more than...