Progress Energy operates power-generating facilities at 36 sites in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia and Florida. Together, the company's power-plant fleet is capable of generating more than 23,000 megawatts of electricity.

The company operates a diverse mix of plant technologies and fuel sources, including hydroelectric, nuclear, coal, oil and natural gas. This fuel diversity enables the company to minimize cost impacts from any one fuel source and ensures reliable power for our residential, commercial, industrial and wholesale customers.

There is no one perfect answer to all our energy needs of the future. Instead, as our customers have told us, the best answer is one that balances many critical and complex factors, such as safety, energy efficiency, environmental responsibility and exploration of new, alternative energy sources.

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Improving air quality

Progress Energy Florida (PEF) filed a plan with state regulators in March 2006 that will continue to improve air quality by reducing power plant emissions at its Anclote and Crystal River plants. The company's Integrated Clean Air Compliance Plan will meet federal environmental rules by adding emission controls to these plants. View more information about the plan.

The Clean Air Interstate Rule (CAIR), Clean Air Mercury Rule (CAMR) and Clean Air Visibility Rule (CAVR) are regulations put into effect by the federal government to improve air quality by requiring significant reductions in nitrogen oxides (NOx), sulfur dioxide (SO2) and mercury emissions from fossil-fueled power plants.

The first compliance dates fall in 2009, providing a short timeframe in which to plan, design, build and install controls. To meet these federal environmental rules, PEF expects to invest approximately $736 million in capital costs through the end of 2016. As with all major projects, the company will continue to review cost estimates and schedules.

The future

Looking toward the future, and meeting the needs of a growing population and economy in a responsible fashion means keeping energy in balance for our customers and our communities. All so that we can ensure that we continue to meet Florida's energy needs safely, affordably and responsibly for many years to come.