Florida Steers Toward Solar In a Big Way
If you keep up with the news as a Florida resident, you may be aware of this: a huge utility company has been planning to invest a great deal of money into building a nuclear power facility. That is, until recently. In a surprising turn of events, Duke Energy Florida has stopped work on the nuclear side of things. And, instead, is shifting its $6 billion budget toward solar. Florida steers toward solar in a big way.
Solar in Florida
Floridians can expect some positive press regarding the use of solar energy, as the company will be creating a solar powerhouse in the western part of the state. Despite their massive budget, the infrastructure will only produce a fraction of the amount of energy that was expected to come from the nuclear site.What does this mean for people who don’t live near Duke Energy or even in the state itself? While you may not directly benefit from this massive project, it’s another huge step in the right direction toward solar energy becoming a commonplace element in our lives. Imagine the ramifications if every state in the US decided to place an emphasis on solar energy instead of other more costly natural resources!