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Here is a list of the top 10 largest publicly traded companies in Florida, based on market capitalization:

  1. NextEra Energy (NEE): $150B
  2. Walt Disney (DIS): $120B
  3. Cruise Line (CCL): $20B
  4. Royal Caribbean (RCL): $15B
  5. Lennar (LEN): $10B
  6. Darden (DRI): $8B
  7. Tech Data (TECD): $5B
  8. Raymond James (RJF): $4B
  9. Jabil (JBL): $3B
  10. Beasley (BBGI): $2B

What is NextEra Energy? Give me a detailed explanation.

NextEra Energy is a leading American energy company with a strong commitment to renewable energy. It operates through two subsidiaries: Florida Power & Light and NextEra Energy Resources. The company has a diverse portfolio of generating assets, including wind, solar, natural gas, and nuclear power, and is investing in new technologies like energy storage and smart grid systems. NextEra Energy has received numerous awards for its sustainability efforts and has a solid financial track record, generating over $15 billion in revenue in 2020.

What assets does Florida Power and Light own in Florida?

Florida Power & Light (FPL) Assets

FPL owns and operates:

  • 27 power plants (28,000 MW)
  • 76,000 miles of transmission and distribution lines
  • 600 substations
  • Solar power facilities
  • Natural gas pipelines
  • 2 nuclear power plants
    More info on FPL's assets and operations can be found on their official website.

Where are the two nuclear power plants? What markets do they serve?

FPL's Nuclear Power Plants

FPL operates two nuclear power plants in Florida:

  • St. Lucie Nuclear Power Plant: located in Hutchinson Island, Florida, serving the Treasure Coast and surrounding areas
  • Turkey Point Nuclear Generating Station: located in Homestead, Florida, serving the Miami-Dade and Broward County areas

Service Areas

These plants provide electricity to over 1.5 million customers, including major markets like Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and West Palm Beach.