ENERGY

Florida is home to a number of leading utilities with innovative solar programs and a network of companies specializing in solar thermal equipment, and module and systems components. Companies locating here find a skilled workforce, a strong testing ground and a large market for solar technologies. More

As one of the largest biomass producers in US, Florida has unique R&D and operational assets in the biomass and biofuels sector. Many "next generation" biofuels production projects are being developed around the state. More

Ocean energy technologies have only recently emerged as an area of significant investment but, with its long coastline, proximity to the Gulf Stream and specialized assets in ocean technologies R&D, Florida is already a center for current and ocean thermal energy R&D. More

Florida companies and researchers are leaders in storage technologies R&D and commercialization. Storage devices developed by Florida businesses include those for RFID, automotive and solar storage use as well as fuel cells and hydrogen production and storage. More

Florida understands the clear business potential of the smart grid segment and its innovative utilities and companies are developing new programs and products to compete in this growing market. More