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Byron Donalds says solar power is a 'fad' but Florida utilities are expanding its use
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Fusion42 · 30 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
Despite political scepticism and removal of solar tax credits, Florida utilities are significantly expanding solar power capacity, with major players like Florida Power & Light, Duke Energy, and Tampa Electric increasing their solar generation targets through 2035. Meanwhile, political figures continue to debate energy strategy, promoting small modular nuclear reactors as an alternative stable power source.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Climate Tech.
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You face a US energy market where political skepticism fails to stop solar growth; utilities are betting on renewables despite tax credit cuts. Expect opportunities to pivot towards solar supply or complementary tech given rising investment and shift towards nuclear stability in Florida.
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