Florida leads Southeast in solar capacity but faces uncertainty as federal tax credits expire
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Nathan Crabbe
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Florida leads the Southeast in solar power with over 15 gigawatts of capacity in 2025, projected to reach 30 gigawatts by 2030, according to a report from the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy (SACE). While utility-scale solar farms make up most installations, rooftop solar is also growing rapidly. However, the report warns that the expiration of federal tax credits could dim future solar prospects.
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bskyFlorida leads Southeast in solar capacity but faces uncertainty as federal tax credits expiretheinvadingsea.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledFlorida's solar installations increased to more than 15 gigawatts of capacity in 2025 and are projected to reach about 30 gigawatts by 2030, far exceeding other states in the region.
While utility solar farms comprise most of these installations, the group also cited high growth in rooftop solar.
A new report blames the end of federal tax credits for dimming solar prospects in the future.
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