Published on August 18, 2022 by Liz Carey
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Florida Power & Light Company announced Monday that it is currently simultaneously constructing 16 new solar energy centers across Florida, a company record.
Previously, in the fall of 2020, the company had a peak of 14 simultaneous solar energy center construction projects.
“We are cementing Florida as a national leader in solar energy as we continue the largest solar buildout in the country – providing our customers with clean, reliable, and affordable energy,” said FPL Chairman and CEO Eric Silagy. “This is an important milestone for our communities, the economy, and the environment. Generating cost-effective solar energy is an integral piece of our Real Zero goal – to eliminate carbon emissions and create an even more resilient and sustainable energy future for our customers.”
FPL said the new solar…