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TALLAHASSEE – The Florida Energy Office (FEO) today hosted a workshop in
Tallahassee to develop rules for tax incentives, rebates and grants
promoting the statewide use of hydrogen fuel cells, solar energy, biodiesel,
ethanol and hydrogen. As part of the 2006 Florida Energy Act signed by
Governor Jeb Bush last month, Florida will provide incentives to encourage
citizens and companies to invest in alternative energy technologies.
“Through grant programs and incentives, the state is encouraging
investment in emerging technologies to diversify fuel sources, reduce
dependence on imported oil and increase protection for the environment,”
said FEO Director Allan Guyet. “Florida’s growing economy and quality of
life depend on a safe, reliable supply of energy.”
Through the legislation, the FEO is developing rules to guide tax
incentives and applications for the Renewable Energy Technologies Grants
Program and applications and rebates for the Solar Energy Systems Incentives
Program.
A second workshop will take place:
- July 21, 2006: Orlando Herndon Library, 4324 East Colonial Drive, Room 2,
10:00 a.m.
Spearheaded by Governor Bush, the 2006 Florida Energy Act takes the first
comprehensive step toward a diverse, reliable and secure energy future by
reducing regulatory barriers to expedite electric generation capacity and
providing rebates, grants and tax incentives to drive the development of
alternative fuel technologies. As part of the legislation, Renewable Energy
Technologies Tax Incentives will provide sale tax exemptions and corporate
income tax credits for the production of clean energy; the Solar Energy
Systems Incentives Program provides rebates solar system installation in
homes and businesses.
The Department of Environmental Protection’s FEO is the state’s primary
center for energy policy under Governor Bush. In addition to developing and
implementing Florida’s energy policy, the Energy Office coordinates all
federal energy programs delegated to the state, including energy supply,
demand, conservation and allocation.
For more information or a copy of Florida’s Energy Plan, visit
www.FloridaEnergy.org. | 
2010 State of Florida