Duke Energy Boosts Florida Economy with Jobs, Investment & Growth
Duke Energy Celebrates National Economic Development Week with a Spotlight on Local Impact
In recognition of National Economic Development Week, observed from May 12–16, Duke Energy underscored the value of its economic development initiatives and the ongoing positive impact on Florida’s economy.
“Our Economic Development team has played a key role in strengthening the communities we serve,” said Melissa Seixas, President of Duke Energy Florida. “We remain dedicated to fostering thriving local economies across Florida and are excited to pursue innovative initiatives that benefit the entire state.”
Since 2020, Duke Energy’s Economic Development team has supported the relocation or growth of 57 companies in Florida, resulting in the creation of more than 6,600 jobs and over $2 billion in capital investment.
For the past 21 years, Duke Energy has earned a place on Site Selection Magazine’s annual list of “Top Utilities in Economic Development,” a testament to the strength and consistency of its programs.
Key initiatives include:
In recognition of National Economic Development Week, observed from May 12–16, Duke Energy underscored the value of its economic development initiatives and the ongoing positive impact on Florida’s economy.
“Our Economic Development team has played a key role in strengthening the communities we serve,” said Melissa Seixas, President of Duke Energy Florida. “We remain dedicated to fostering thriving local economies across Florida and are excited to pursue innovative initiatives that benefit the entire state.”
Since 2020, Duke Energy’s Economic Development team has supported the relocation or growth of 57 companies in Florida, resulting in the creation of more than 6,600 jobs and over $2 billion in capital investment.
For the past 21 years, Duke Energy has earned a place on Site Selection Magazine’s annual list of “Top Utilities in Economic Development,” a testament to the strength and consistency of its programs.
Key initiatives include:
- Site Readiness Program: This initiative helps identify and prepare promising industrial sites for development by working closely with county officials, local economic leaders, and landowners. Since its launch in Florida in 2013, the program has generated 1,650 new jobs and attracted over $545 million in investments.
- Economic Development Grants: In 2024, the Duke Energy Foundation, with support from the company’s Economic Development team, awarded over $890,000 in grants to organizations engaged in strategic planning, lead generation, marketing, product development, and research to enhance community competitiveness.
- Project Management Services: Recognizing that energy plays a critical role in business location decisions, Duke Energy provides expert project management support to local and state economic development groups. These efforts ensure communities have access to vital resources and tools to attract and retain business investment.
Beth Cicchetti, Executive Director of the Florida Economic Development Council, praised the partnership: “Florida is fortunate to have such strong leadership and commitment from businesses like Duke Energy. Their Economic Development team is a valued collaborator in making Florida a more attractive and competitive environment for business growth.”
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