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Conexon Connect’s recent network completion in Northern Florida marks the sixth FTTH network completed by Conexon’s ISP.
By: Brad Randall, Broadband Communities
A 2,000-mile network completed in partnership with the Escambia River Electric Cooperative (EREC) is now Conexon Connect’s sixth completed fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) network.
The internet service provider (ISP), operated by Conexon, reported that fiber internet access was delivered to 12,000 EREC members as a result of the network’s completion.
The network, which spans across Escambia and Santa Rosa counties in rural Northern Florida, was announced as completed with Conexon Connect’s Nov. 26 release.
Randy Klindt, Conexon’s co-CEO, offered comments with the announcement.
“Completing the fiber network across EREC’s service area is another major step forward in our mission to bring connectivity to underserved communities nationwide,” Klindt stated. “We’re proud to empower these areas with digital access to help drive innovation, opportunity and growth in Florida.”
The network, along with providing high-speed internet, will also give smart grid capabilities to EREC’s electrical infrastructure, according to Conexon Connect’s release.
Ryan Campbell, the CEO of EREC, said the co-op has worked tirelessly to accomplish this project.
‘It’s about enhancing quality of life’
“Today, every member of our cooperative has access to fast, reliable internet, which is not just about improving connectivity – it’s about enhancing quality of life, fostering economic growth and ensuring that no one in our community is left behind in the digital age,” Campbell stated in Conexon Connect’s announcement. “This project represents our commitment to providing not just electricity, but the tools that empower our members to thrive in an increasingly connected world.”
Other co-op’s leveraging Conexon Connect’s networks include the Tri-County Electric Cooperative and the Glades Electric Cooperative. The firm is also involved in partnerships with the Central Florida Electric Cooperative and the Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative, according to Conexon Connect’s release.
“Collectively the co-ops’ broadband project investment totals more than $260 million, with nearly 9,000 miles of fiber built to date, reaching well over 70,000 rural Floridians,” the company’s announcement stated.
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