NextEra Backed Solar Energy Center to Power Maine’s Largest Cities for a Year

The Farmington Solar Energy Center, which began electricity generation in 2021 after a financial injection of $110 million investment from NextEra Energy Resources, is on its way to generate half a million megawatt hours to the ISO New England grid by end of 2025. This energy is sufficient to support every home in Portland and Lewiston for an entire year. The project also boosted local economy by creating jobs during its construction phase. Additionally, it will generate $15 million in local and state tax revenue.

“Generating enough electricity to power every home in Maine’s two biggest cities will be a proud accomplishment for us—the Farmington Solar Energy Center has been a great success,” said Brian Bolster, president and CEO of NextEra Energy Resources. “Every day, Mainers benefit from reliable, low-cost solar energy produced right here at home by NextEra Energy Resources—and the local community gains an important source of revenue—it’s a win/win for everyone.”