Public utilities in Florida are managed by a mix of investor-owned companies, municipal utilities, and regional cooperatives.
* **Electricity:** The largest providers are Florida Power & Light (FPL), Duke Energy Florida, and Tampa Electric (TECO). FPL is notable for operating one of the cleanest power grids in the country, with heavy ongoing investments in solar energy. * **Water & Wastewater:** Regulated by the state's five water management districts (e.g., South Florida Water Management District, St. Johns River Water Management District). Service is typically provided at the county or municipal level (e.g., Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department, JEA in Jacksonville). * **Gas:** Florida Public Utilities (FPU), TECO Peoples Gas, and Florida City Gas are the primary distributors of natural gas. * **Waste Management:** Private contractors like Waste Management Inc. and Republic Services, along with county-run solid waste departments, handle residential and commercial trash and recycling.