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NextEra Energy, U.S. Department of Commerce and Government of Japan finalize commercial terms; reach funding milestone for up to 10 GW of gas-powered generation

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  • NextEra Energy executed definitive agreements with the U.S. Department of Commerce & the Government of Japan to fund up to 10 gigawatts of natural gas generation in Texas & Pennsylvania.
  • The projects received approval from President Donald J. Trump following Japan's $550 billion investment commitment to the U.S. in March 2026.
  • The initial $3.3 billion tranche of funding will cover development activities including down payments for long-lead equipment like turbines & selection of engineering contractors.
  • The Texas project is part of NextEra's hub strategy to pair large-load demand with dedicated generation to support critical digital infrastructure without increasing costs for ratepayers.
  • The Pennsylvania project, specifically the South Mon Valley initiative, will deliver 4.3 gigawatts of capacity.
  • The projects align with the White House's Ratepayer Protection Pledge signed by NextEra Energy in July 2026 to ensure large-load customers pay their fair share.
  • Expected economic benefits include thousands of construction jobs & hundreds of permanent operating positions concentrated in skilled trades & engineering.
  • Initial resources are projected to come online by the end of 2028, with full project completion expected in 2032.
  • Project timelines remain subject to applicable permitting, regulatory requirements, & the completion of construction & commissioning activities.
  • NextEra Energy Resources, LLC will coordinate with federal, state, & local stakeholders to advance development while managing risks related to supply chains, regulations, & market conditions.