Duke Energy stock: Florida plans four new solar sites
Published on 11/14/2026 at 10:53 | Editorial responsibility: Rafael Müller, Editor-in-Chief AD HOC NEWSFlorida solar expansion adds capacity
- The proposed renewable projects would expand Duke Energy Florida's generation portfolio in Orange and Sumter counties.
- Construction is scheduled in stages, with the sites targeted for service by mid-2028.
Duke Energy Florida filed plans on Tuesday, November 10, with the Florida Public Service Commission for four new solar energy sites. Duke Energy said the projects are intended to add 300 megawatts of clean generation and deliver an estimated 1 billion US dollars in customer savings over their operating lives.
Projects target mid-2028 service
The planned sites are Nova Renewable Energy Center, Bull Creek Renewable Energy Center, Hogeye Renewable Energy Center and Wewahootee Renewable Energy Center. They are located in Orange and Sumter counties, with construction scheduled to begin between January and May 2027.
The company expects the projects to enter service between February and June 2028. Duke Energy Florida said fuel-cost savings and production tax credits are expected to support the customer benefit cited in the announcement.
Investor context
The project plan gives investors a further view of Duke Energy's renewable-generation pipeline and its expected capital deployment in Florida. The announcement concerns planned facilities; construction and regulatory milestones remain the next operating steps.
Duke Energy stock traded at 117.08 euros on Lang & Schwarz at 10:51 CET on Saturday, November 14.
Duke Energy at a glance
- Company: Duke Energy Corporation
- ISIN: US26441C2044
- Ticker: DUK
- Latest quote: 117.08 euros on Lang & Schwarz, Saturday, November 14, 2026, 10:51 CET
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