The Watts Savings Project Spreads Awareness about Energy Conservation
ORLANDO, Fla. – Thirteen Osceola County Public School students were celebrated recently by the Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC—The Reliable One) for their efforts to raise awareness about energy conservation.
OUC launched the Watts Savings Project to educate 4th and 5th grades about the importance of sustainable energy use. Students collaborated with their teachers to create artwork that illustrates a positive message or slogan about energy conservation. Thirteen students were selected to be featured in OUC’s 2025 Energy Conservation Calendar, and the community chose a Lakeview Elementary 5th grade student’s artwork for the cover.
“The Watts Savings Project is not just about reducing electricity consumption; it’s also about inspiring the next generation to be mindful stewards of our resources,” said Linda Ferrone, OUC Chief Customer and Marketing Officer. “It’s wonderful to see young minds engage with such an important issue – and we love seeing their creativity shine through in their work.”
The 13 students were presented with a certificate during an awards banquet held at Osceola Arts on 4 de marzo. OUC’s 2025 Energy Conservation Calendar features the following artwork:
- Cover by Vanellope M. from Lakeview Elementary
- January by Dayanelis P. from East Lake Elementary
- February by Emily B. from East Lake Elementary
- March by Blakely B. from Lakeview Elementary
- April by Elizabeth Y. from Lakeview Elementary
- May by Stefan D. from Lakeview Elementary
- June by Risbely R. from Lakeview Elementary
- July by Charlotte A. from Lakeview Elementary
- August by Brooklyn H. from Michigan Avenue Elementary
- September by Faithlyn S. from St. Cloud Elementary
- October by Zayra O. from Voyager K-8
- November by Camila G. from Voyager K-8
- December by Daira M. from Voyager K-8
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For more information about the Watts Savings Project, visit www.OUC.com/wattssavings.
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For more than 100 years, OUC—The Reliable One has provided exceptional value to its customers and community through the delivery of sustainable and reliable services and solutions. The utility provides electric, water, chilled water, lighting and solar services to more than 400,000 accounts in Orlando, St. Cloud and parts of unincorporated Orange and Osceola counties. As OUC prepares for the next century, it remains committed to a goal of achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050 while supporting the Central Florida community with conservation, sustainability and energy efficiency resources. Visit www.ouc.com to learn more.