Guy Harvey Foundation and Florida Power & Light Mark Milestone in Marine Education Partnership

The Guy Harvey Foundation has trained over 100 Florida teachers in marine science education this year, supported by more than $60,000 from Florida Power & Light Company through the NextEra Energy Foundation. The funding milestone coincides with FPL’s 100th anniversary and represents a partnership that has been building ocean literacy in Florida classrooms since 2021.

The investment extends beyond teacher training. Each participating educator received classroom supplies and access to field trip grants, enabling them to take students directly into Florida’s marine environments. Ten field trip grants were awarded, offsetting travel expenses, substitute teacher costs, and stipends that often prevent schools from accessing hands-on environmental education.

“Thanks to companies like FPL, we can continue providing educational programming that empowers educators and inspires the next generation of marine conservationists,” said Jessica Harvey, CEO of the Guy Harvey Foundation.

The Guy Harvey Conservation Education program targets elementary, middle, and high school teachers across Florida, offering regional professional development in environmental Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) education. Teachers who complete the training become Guy Harvey Conservation Educators, equipped with resources to foster environmental awareness in their classrooms.

FPL, as one of the Foundation’s earliest partners, has helped establish the program’s presence in Florida schools. The company serves approximately 12 million people across the state and operates one of the most fuel-efficient power generation fleets in the United States.

“Teachers play a vital role in shaping young minds and fostering curiosity about our natural world,” said Juliet Roulhac, senior director of external affairs for FPL and director of corporate philanthropy for NextEra Energy. “By investing in their classrooms and providing resources that bring marine science and conservation to life, we’re empowering students to explore careers in STEM while deepening their understanding of Florida’s unique ecosystems.”

The partnership addresses a critical gap in environmental education funding, particularly for Title I schools and districts where budget constraints often limit field-based learning opportunities. By covering the practical costs that prevent teacher participation, the program ensures broader access to quality marine science education.

For educators interested in the Guy Harvey Conservation Education program, information is available at guyharveyoceanfoundation.org.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATIONS

With a focused mission to better understand and conserve the ocean environment, the Guy Harvey Foundation (GHF) collaborates with local, national and international organizations to conduct scientific research and provides funding to affiliated researchers who share this objective The GHF also develops and hosts cutting-edge educational programs that help educators to foster the next era of marine conservationists, ensuring that future generations can enjoy and benefit from a properly balanced ocean ecosystem. www.GuyHarveyFoundation.org

Florida Power & Light Company is America’s largest electric utility, delivering reliable power to more than 6 million customer accounts — serving approximately 12 million people across Florida. By leveraging a diverse energy mix, including nuclear, natural gas, solar and battery storage, FPL operates one of the most fuel- and cost-efficient power generation fleets in the U.S. and has earned the ReliabilityOne® National Reliability Award for seven of the last 10 years. FPL is a subsidiary of Juno Beach, Florida-based NextEra Energy, Inc. (NYSE: NEE), which is one of the largest electric power and energy infrastructure companies in North America and is a leading provider of electricity to American homes and businesses. NextEra Energy is also the parent company of NextEra Energy Resources, LLC, which, together with its affiliated entities, is advancing America’s energy future with one of the largest and most diverse portfolios of power generation and infrastructure solutions. For more information about NextEra Energy companies, visit these websites: www.NextEraEnergy.com, www.FPL.com, www.NextEraEnergyResources.com.