Clean Energy in Florida
Global leaders in solar energy, sustainability, EV, biofuels and more are growing in Florida. Thanks to the state’s strategic location, transportation infrastructure and skilled workforce, Florida’s renewable energy companies lead the energy conservation industry into the future.
Powering the Next Generation in The Sunshine State
16,000+ cleantech establishments in Florida
Lightcast
3rd in the U.S. for installed solar capacity
Department of Energy
2nd for solar jobs in the U.S.
Solar Energy Industries Association
3500+ MW of solar capacity operated by FPL
30-by-30
Florida Power & Light’s unprecedented “30-by-30” plan to install more than 30 million solar panels by 2030, totaling more than 11,000 megawatts (MW) of solar energy generation, will make the state of Florida a world leader in solar power and energy diversity and resiliency.
Companies are Building a Renewable Energy Future in Florida
From solar panels and sensors to semiconductors and batteries, Florida’s renewable energy technology companies are making the products that make the world turn. These clean energy leaders are impacting the world through their innovations and building a quickly growing clean energy cluster in the Sunshine State.
An Evolution in Solar Generation
Florida ranks 3rd in the U.S. for installed solar capacity. There are 410+ solar companies in the state, including manufacturers, installers, developers and more.
An Energy Storage Leader
FPL operates one of the world’s largest solar-powered battery storage facilities. The Manatee Solar Energy Center battery system will extend the benefits of solar even when the sun is not shining.
Make Something Big in Florida
The state is No. 2 in the U.S. for total manufacturing job creation over the last five years according to the BLS.
Additional Resources
FloridaMakes
FloridaMakes strengthens Florida's manufacturing sector by helping manufacturers expand market opportunities, develop customized business strategies, adopt best practices and assess opportunities for new technology and training.
WonderFL
The WonderFL campaign is a first-of-its-kind campaign to promote the state of Florida as an ideal location to live, work and play. It features statewide and regional websites, from Tampa Bay to Orlando and Tallahassee, promoting the unique work/life balance, employment opportunities and quality of life found in Florida. What will your life be in FL?
FPL’s Solar Energy
FPL’s solar energy expansion – the largest in the U.S. – is a part of our ambitious Real Zero goal of eliminating carbon emissions from our power plant fleet by no later than 2045. We plan to achieve Real Zero with a diverse mix of solar, batteries, existing nuclear and clean hydrogen.
CareerSource Florida
Florida's statewide workforce policy and investment board, helping connect businesses with the talented workforce and training needed to succeed and grow.
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