Florida Power & Light has unveiled the ’30-by-30′ plan to install 30 million solar panels in the US state by 2030.
The company said it has secured sites throughout Florida for the projects, some of which could also include battery storage.
FPL said it has already has started pairing battery storage technology at its solar power plants.
FPL president and chief executive Eric Silagy said: “FPL is not your traditional electric company. We’re a technology company that delivers power, and we’ve long believed in making smart, forward-thinking infrastructure investments to produce tangible, long-term benefits – cleaner air, lower electric rates and reliable service – for our customers and our state.
“Now we’re taking our long-standing clean energy commitment to the next level.
“Bottom line, this bold, innovative plan is the right thing to do for our customers and for our fast-growing state, and we look forward to working with local and state officials and our regulators to make this vision a reality.”
Florida governor Ron DeSantis said: “I am supportive of programs that will provide Floridians with greater access to affordable, clean energy which will help propel the state to a healthier future.
“We live in the Sunshine State and solar energy is a natural resource that should be seriously considered. FPL’s initiative is important.
“As Florida’s energy needs continue to grow at a rapid pace, it is important that we diversify our energy resources. This is vital to the economic well-being of our state and quality of life for residents.”