Solar Construction
the construction process . These facilities do not require water or fuel to be operational . Florida ’ s natural environment benefits from investments in such an innovative approach to powering homes and businesses .
FRP has often found that the communities where they operate welcome solar innovation . Florida ranks second in the nation in terms of solar industry jobs , with upwards of 11,000 . The resulting economic impact is over $ 400 million . Essential services such as healthcare , education and transportation all benefit from solar-related tax revenues .
We often hear reports of major corporations implementing carbon offset measures to yield a “ net-zero emissions ” result . But earlier this year , NextEra Energy ( FRP ’ s parent company ) launched Real Zero™ . “ This is the most ambitious carbon emissions reduction goal ever set by an energy producer ,” explains Ten Eyck . Real Zero™ will use the power of affordable renewables to eventually eliminate carbon emissions completely . This paradigm shift may well help Florida lead the march with other utilities that want to follow suit in pursuit of a zero-emissions goal . Ten Eyck goes on to explain that “... a zero-carbon emissions energy future is within reach , and we intend to bring it to Florida by no later than 2045 .” In the interest of transparency , interim reports will be released every five years so that the public can track progress . As it stands ,
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