Powering Florida

We made it!⚡️ We're proud to share that PoweringFlorida was recognized by Business Facilities as a 2026 Top Utility in Economic Development, an honor driven by the continued expansion of our Florida First Sites and WonderFL initiatives. Thank you to Business Facilities for this recognition and to our partners for your continued support in helping Florida remain a top choice for businesses nationwide. #PoweringFlorida #Florida #EconomicDevelopment

Florida's new data center guidelines and how FPL is ensuring growth will pay its own way without impacting customer bills. spr.ly/6012BBQ5au

People think Space Florida = rockets. The reality: MRO. Defense. Manufacturing. Simulation. Advanced air mobility. Commercial space. Satellites. Crew vehicles. Gas turbines. Stealth bombers. Every sector. Every region. One financial model behind all of it: the Florida Model.

Charlotte County is gaining recognition for its aviation workforce pipeline. New training facility at PGD + strong education partnerships = real talent development. This is how regions compete in aviation. tinyurl.com/mtfzvfta #Aviation #WorkforceDevelopment #FloridaJobs #EconomicDevelopment

Aviation workforce development is taking off in Charlotte County. We joined the grand opening of @CTCPublicSchools Aviation Training Facility, strengthening the pipeline for high-demand technical careers. #Aviation #WorkforceDevelopment #FLJobs #EconomicDevelopment

Growing your business in North Florida starts with the right support. 📍 At the North Florida Economic Development Partnership, we help make expansion and relocation seamless for companies exploring opportunities in the region. Learn more: bit.ly/4bxwolk

Advanced manufacturing workforce training expands in Charlotte County. Hands-on robotics, CNC machining, and industrial systems training support regional manufacturing competitiveness. Read more: tinyurl.com/4ky648mk #AdvancedManufacturing #WorkforceDevelopment #Manufacturing #EconomicDevelopment #FloridaBusiness

600+ satellites built in Florida. By a company that liked it here so much they came back for a $75M expansion. Proud to continue working with Airbus U.S. and Defense! That's not a sales pitch. That's a receipt.

Freight rail investment strengthens Southwest Florida’s supply chain capacity. A key corridor serving Charlotte County is undergoing upgrades to improve reliability and support heavier loads — reinforcing regional manufacturing and logistics competitiveness. Learn more. tinyurl.com/ytjwavuz #EconomicDevelopment #FreightRail #SupplyChain #FloridaGrowth

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Featured Site: Suwannee County, FL 📍 997.8 acres with rail access, US 90 nearby, and utility-ready infrastructure — perfect for manufacturing, logistics, and distribution. Learn more 👉 Connect with Jimmy Norris #NFEDP #SuwanneeCounty #EconomicDevelopment

Announced today by Gov. DeSantis: @PBStateCollege to launch a quantum workforce training program w. $4.95M in state funding to strengthen talent pipelines across defense, cybersecurity & financial services. 🤝 Proud to collaborate & congrats to PBSC! 🔗 bdb.org/news/palm-beac…

The Palm Beaches are at the center of #Florida’s quantum growth: @dwavequantum relocating, @FloridaAtlantic hosting the state’s first onsite quantum computer, and @PBStateCollege's vision for a quantum innovation center. 🔗 thequantuminsider.com/2026/02/05/flo…

We're so glad you all joined us. It was great catching up on everything happening in North Florida!

Voltari Electric is bringing a major boost to our local marine industry by establishing a new U.S. shipyard in Bay County with a $37.5 million investment that will create 285 jobs and expand advanced electric vessel production for U.S. customers. loom.ly/RyPdkCc

Florida Space Day was truly out of this world 🚀 We celebrated the innovators, infrastructure, and leadership that make up The Florida Model—a proven approach that keeps Florida the global hub for aerospace commerce.

North Florida is built for business growth—no personal income tax, no corporate income tax on limited partnerships, and no state-level property tax. 👉 bit.ly/4bxwolk #NorthFlorida #BusinessFriendly

🚨 @dwavequantum is bringing its corporate HQ to #BocaRaton, and @FloridaAtlantic has acquired a $20M Advantage2™ quantum computer—putting the Palm Beaches & #Florida on the global quantum map. @FLACommerce @CityBocaRaton ⚛️ Read more: bdb.org/news/d-wave-bo…

Columbia County is built for business growth—with a skilled workforce, strong infrastructure, and a business-friendly climate. 👉 Explore North Florida opportunities: bit.ly/4bxwolk #NFEDP #ColumbiaCountyFL #BusinessGrowth

The digital economy is growing fast, and FPL is ready. In a new Q&A, FPL President Scott Bores shares how we’re planning for data center growth across our service area while maintaining reliability and keeping bills low for existing customers. With smart large-load rates and strong consumer protections in place, we’re powering innovation responsibly. Learn more here: spr.ly/6019CaEA9