Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC - The Reliable One)

In honor of Women's History Month, OUC highlighted significant contributions of women in the energy and water industries with a traveling exhibit. Employees learned about remarkable achievements of women throughout history while connecting with colleagues from across the organization. #WHM #OUCWHM2025 #CommunityPowered

Spectrum News 13 featured OUC's very own Natalie Urick, Senior Distribution Engineer, as part of their Women's History Month series. Natalie shared about what it means to be a woman in engineering and encouraged young women to pursue careers in the industry. Check out her feature story below! ?? https://bit.ly/42jmMcq

On March 8, four local nonprofits were the big winners of the annual OUC Charity Golf Tournament! Each organization received $12,500 to support causes that directly impact the Central Florida community. Read more about the local nonprofits this year's tournament supported ?? https://bit.ly/4iSbaCG #CommunityPowered #FLPublicPower

On March 8, four Central Florida area nonprofits were the big winners of the annual OUC Charity Golf Tournament ? Each organization is devoted to improving the community we serve through social impact, economic development, educational outreach and environmental stewardship. Thank you to our title sponsor Pike Electric for their support in this annual event! Special shout out to this year's tournament beneficiaries?? University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences Extension Orange County, Fisher House Foundation, Greater Haitian American Chamber of Commerce and Osceola Arts

Sparking energy conservation through art???? Congratulations to Osceola County students whose artwork was selected for the 2025 Energy Conservation Calendar! The Watts Savings Project empowers 4th and 5th graders to express their creativity while promoting the importance of sustainable energy use. A big congratulations to all participants!??? #CommunityPowered #FLPublicPower

Join us in congratulating Orlando Alancastro in his new role as VP of Transmission at OUC! With over 20 years in the energy sector, Orlando brings deep expertise in engineering, operations, and project management. A dedicated leader both at work and in the community, he’s committed to ensuring reliable, innovative energy solutions for our customers. We’re excited for the future under his leadership!

Congratulations to the 2025 OUC Lineman Rodeo Team? OUC brought home three trophies and a 2024 Florida Municipal Electric Association Safety Award?? ?? Mutual Aid Event – 1st Place, Eli Venn ?? Mutual Aid Event – 2nd Place, Zac Rochester ?? Journeyman Armor Rod Install & Tie In Event – 3rd Place, Austin Houk, Nelson Rodriguez, Evan Englert Huge thanks to all our line techs for their dedication in preparing for this year's event, and a special shoutout to Ocala Electric Utility for being such a great host! #OUCProud #CommunityPowered #FLPublicPower

OUC apprentices and journeymen are prepped and ready for the 2025 Florida Municipal Electric Association Lineman Competition? This annual event brings together #FLPublicPower utilities to engage in friendly competition in a test of skills, speed and dedication to linework. Good luck, Team OUC! #OUCProud #CommunityPowered

The newest musical at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts tells the incredible story of Emily Roebling and her journey in constructing the iconic Brooklyn Bridge???? Brooklyn's Bridge is part of the art center's Community Series supported by OUC. From now until March 6 you can enjoy this remarkable story featuring a cast of all-local talent. Learn more ?? https://bit.ly/4keJVUy #CommunityPowered

Thinking about making the switch to an EV? Nick, OUC Sr. Product Analyst and EV driver, shares the important information you need to consider before you go electric ???? #DriveElectric #CommunityPowered #FLPublicPower