Briefing on Trailside Solar Center

Trailside Solar Center, a 75 MW solar plant owned by Florida Power & Light Co., has experienced a significant 21% decline in generation over the past six months despite its relatively low operating costs.

Overview

• Trailside Solar Center is a 75 MW solar photovoltaic plant in Florida.

• It has been operating since 2020 and is owned and operated by Florida Power & Light Co., a subsidiary of NextEra Energy.

Operational Performance

• The plant has a capacity factor of 20.8%.

• Annual generation is 136 GWh.

• Recent generation data shows 10 GWh in October 2025, 10 GWh in November 2025, and 6 GWh in December 2025.

• Generation has experienced a 21% decrease over the past six months compared to the prior six months.

Financial Profile

• Capital expenditure (CapEx) is $1080/kW.

• Operating expenditure (OpEx) is $2.0/MWh.

• Financial data spans 5 years (2020–2024), sourced from ferc.

Grid and Regional Context

• The plant is connected to the SERC NERC grid and operates within the Florida Power & Light Company balancing authority.

• Similar plants include Union Springs Solar Center, Lakeside Solar Center, and Bullfrog Creek Solar.

• Nearby plants include Seminole (FL), Tupelo Solar, and Georgia-Pacific Palatka Operations.

Trailside Solar Center is a key operational asset for Florida Power & Light Co., though recent generation trends indicate a decline in output. Its financial profile, with competitive CapEx and OpEx, suggests a well-managed asset despite the recent production dip.