Williams joined leaders from Lakeland Electric and City of Lakeland to break ground on a 74.8-megawatt solar facility that will significantly expand renewable power capacity for the growing region of Lakeland, Florida.

“We’re energized to break ground on a project that reflects Williams’ continued investment in innovative energy solutions,” said Jaclyn Presnal, vice president of New Energy Ventures at Williams. “This solar facility will provide meaningful clean energy generation for the region and underscores the value of strong utility partnerships in building the energy systems of the future.”

Under a long-term agreement reached in late 2024, Williams designed and is constructing the large‑scale solar installation and Lakeland Electric will purchase the power to help meet rising energy demand with dependable, renewable power.

Partnership for the future

The project strengthens the utility’s clean energy portfolio and reflects continued collaboration between the two organizations to deliver reliable service to one of Florida’s fastest growing communities.

Partnering with Williams allows us to add additional generation capacity through a long-term agreement that supports dependable service for our customers. This project strengthens our energy portfolio and reflects thoughtful planning for the future.

Mike Beckham, Lakeland Electric General Manager

The facility will be built on formerly mined land that is unsuitable for traditional development and is expected to be operational by the end of the year.

“Lakeland continues to grow,” City Commissioner Stephanie Madden told the Lakeland Ledger. “Responsible investment in critical infrastructure ensures we are prepared for that growth.”