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Florida Power and Light Desoto Next Generation Solar Energy Center: A sheep in wolf’s clothing?

by Rich Hessler Solar on Feb 9, 2010

As Florida Power and Light consumers struggle for green jobs and a healthier environment, nuclear power and politics have eliminated the residential and commercial photovoltaic solar industry in Florida as of January 2010.   Florida Power and Light consumers want to be energy efficient and leaders in renewable energy.  President Obama’s October 2009 visit to Florida Power and Light DeSoto Next Generation Solar Energy Center in Arcadia, FL was supposed to be a landmark for the growing renewable energy economy in Florida.  The goal of this investor-owned solar facility is:   ·      Produce 42,000 megawatt-hours (MWh) from 90,500 solar panels ·      Power 3,000 homes for 7,000 residents ·      Provide electricity for 20% of Desoto County   THE FLORIDA POWER AND LIGHT DESOTO NEXT GENERATION SOLAR ENERGY CENTER WAS A CONCESSION TO BRING MORE NUCLEAR POWER TO FLORIDA....Read More >>