Our Leaders
NextEra Energy’s leaders embody our core values—excellence, integrity and respect—creating an environment where innovation thrives and people feel valued.
A History of Energy, A Future of Possibility
For 100 years, NextEra Energy has driven innovation and progress, growing from local roots in Florida to a global energy leader. Built on excellence and integrity, our legacy reflects monumental milestones and forward-thinking solutions. As we celebrate a century, we remain focused on powering a brighter future.
1969:
NASA’s Apollo 11 mission, where the first astronauts walked on the moon, was launched from Kennedy Space Center. FPL supported the effort by building the Cape Canaveral Plant and strengthening the poles and wires in the area.
1925:
Florida Power & Light Company was created on Dec. 28, 1925. In the beginning, FPL owned power plants, water facilities, gas plants, ice companies, laundry services and even an ice cream business. In its first year, the company served approximately 76,000 customers in 58 communities and had a generating capacity of 70 MW.
2001:
The company began operations at Stateline Wind Energy Center in Umatilla County, Oregon, and Walla Walla County, Washington. When it came online, it was the largest wind farm in the world and the company’s 14th wind farm.
2013:
NextEra Energy completed the largest multi-state nuclear uprate project in U.S. history. The multi-billion dollar expansion at St. Lucie, Turkey Point and Point Beach involved six separate nuclear units.
2017:
FPL broke ground on its new state-of-the-art distribution control center, a category 5-rated facility that was designed to ensure greater everyday reliability and more efficient communication, collaboration and response during emergency restoration events.
1974:
FPL started a “turtle watch,” where FPL employees carefully moved endangered turtle eggs at St. Lucie and Turkey Point to a safe location away from plant activities.
Innovation with Impact
NextEra Energy delivers solutions that drive value for customers, strengthen communities and empower our teams. By making investments in energy technology and innovative infrastructure, NextEra Energy is ensuring that our future is designed and powered by American energy.
Celebrating Excellence: Awards and Recognition
NextEra Energy’s commitment to innovation, excellence, and corporate responsibility has earned us a host of prestigious awards and industry accolades.
Fortune's World’s Most Admired Companies
In 2025, NextEra Energy was once again ranked #1 in the electric and gas utilities industry on Fortune's list of World's Most Admired Companies. We have earned this recognition 17 times in the last 19 years.
Newsweek's list of America's Greatest Workplaces
In 2024, NextEra Energy was named to Newsweek’s list of America's Greatest Workplaces. Employee reviews about our company were among more than 1.5 million, spanning nearly 80 sectors and ranked on topics, such as compensation and benefits, training and career progression, work-life balance and company culture, among others.
Forbes' America's Best Large Employers
In 2025, Forbes named NextEra Energy one of America's Best Large Employers, marking the eigth time in 10 years we have received this honor.
The Latest in Energy: News & Insights
Stay updated with the latest on company milestones, and how NextEra Energy is shaping the future of power.
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NextEra Energy releases first-quarter 2025 financial results
NextEra Energy, Inc. (NYSE: NEE) has posted its first-quarter 2025 financial results.