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New deal: NextEra Energy Capital $2B 2Y +95 area
ByAinvest
Tuesday, Jul 29, 2025 8:38 am ET1min read
New deal: NextEra Energy Capital $2B 2Y +95 area
NextEra Energy Capital has secured a significant $2 billion deal over a two-year period, marking a substantial milestone in the company's growth strategy. The deal, which spans a 95-area, underscores the company's commitment to expanding its renewable energy portfolio and meeting the growing demand for clean energy solutions.The $2 billion investment is part of NextEra Energy's broader strategy to expand its renewable energy backlog, which currently stands at 29.5 GW. The company added 3.2 GW to its renewables backlog in the second quarter of 2025, bringing the total to 29.5 GW as of July 23, 2025 [1]. This growth is driven by strong demand from technology and data center customers, particularly those focused on AI and hyperscalers.
The new deal will support the development of more than 8 GW of solar and battery storage projects by 2029, as planned by NextEra Energy's subsidiary, Florida Power & Light (FPL) [1]. This expansion is part of the company's broader strategy to complement its existing natural gas and nuclear fleet in Florida.
The deal also reflects the company's ongoing commitment to renewable energy despite regulatory challenges. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) has advanced the phase-out of wind and solar tax credits under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), creating uncertainty among developers. However, NextEra Energy remains optimistic about the future, with President and CEO of NextEra Energy Resources, Brian Bolster, emphasizing the robustness of customer demand [1].
The company's strong financial performance, with a net income of $2.03 billion for Q2 2025, growing 25% year-over-year, further underscores its financial health and ability to invest in renewable energy projects [1]. This growth is largely driven by the continued expansion of its renewable energy business under NextEra Energy Resources.
While the deal represents a significant achievement for NextEra Energy, the smaller players in the renewable energy sector may face more significant challenges under the current policy scenario. However, the overall demand for renewables appears to be growing, indicating a positive outlook for the industry.
References:
[1] https://taiyangnews.info/business/next-era-energy-resources-re-backlog-grows-to-around-30-gw
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