Duke Energy Florida and its foundation continue their commitment to affordable housing with $75,000 in donations to Habitat for Humanity

Core Points - Duke Energy Florida announced a grant funding of $75,000 to Habitat for Humanity organizations in Florida, increasing its total investment in affordable housing initiatives in the state to over$200,000 in five years [1][4] - The Duke Energy Foundation aims to enhance home affordability through grants that support new homes and workforce training, alongside an additional $20,000 for operational support to nonprofit organizations this year [2][10] - Duke Energy Florida and Habitat for Humanity share a commitment to building safe, affordable, and energy-efficient homes, with employees participating in volunteer events to contribute time and labor [3][4] Funding and Contributions - Since 2020, Duke Energy Florida has contributed over$200,000 to affordable housing initiatives in the state, part of a larger $1 million in donations and over 10,000 volunteer hours to Habitat for Humanity across all jurisdictions [4][10] - Specific grants awarded include$5,000 to Habitat for Humanity of Seminole County and Greater Apopka, $20,000 to Habitat for Humanity of Lake Sumter, and$30,000 to Habitat for Humanity Tampa Bay Gulfside [11] Company Overview - Duke Energy Florida, a subsidiary of Duke Energy, operates with 12,300 megawatts of energy capacity, serving 2 million customers across a 13,000-square-mile area in Florida [7] - Duke Energy, a Fortune 150 company, serves 8.4 million customers across multiple states and collectively owns 54,800 megawatts of energy capacity [8]