Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) announced that, as of Jan. 31, 2022, it has installed 50 solar energy centers statewide – generating enough clean, emissions-free energy to power about 750,000 homes throughout the state.

“This important milestone for FPL is the product of our dedication to delivering cost-effective clean and reliable energy to our customers across the Sunshine State,” said FPL President and CEO Eric Silagy. “This time last year, we had 33 solar energy centers in operation. To now reach 50 solar energy centers is proof of our tireless pursuit of a cleaner energy future for today and future generations.”

FPL’s recent completion of eight new solar energy centers led to this accomplishment. Together, the eight new solar energy centers can generate up to 596 megawatts of clean energy. That’s enough to power approximately 120,000 homes while preventing carbon emissions equivalent to taking about 112,000 gas-powered cars off the road each year.

The new solar energy centers add about 2 million solar panels to FPL’s portfolio. FPL is expecting to complete its goal of installing 30 million solar panels across Florida five years early – by the end of 2025.

FPL estimates that, by 2025, 30 million solar panels will have generated approximately $2.5 billion in fuel savings for customers. These projects also create more than 20,000 construction jobs.

EEI’s member companies are leading a clean energy transformation, and FPL’s solar expansion is an example of how electric companies are working to deliver safe, reliable, affordable, and clean energy to their customers. Visit EEI’s Clean Energy webpage to learn more.

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