28 Jan 2026
nextera 15gw target
NextEra Energy has set a target to procure 15 gigawatts of new power generation capacity by 2035 specifically to support data center hubs, in response to reported interest from large load users.
Nextera Energy
AKA nextera
NextEra Energy is aggressively positioning itself to meet the surging power demands driven by artificial intelligence and data center expansion. The company has established a significant strategic goal to secure 15 gigawatts of new generation capacity by 2035, specifically earmarked to support these large load users and their infrastructure buildout needs.
This strategic focus is being operationalized through key partnerships, notably a collaboration with Google to deploy an AI-optimized power grid infrastructure. This dedicated system is intended to be operational by 2026, directly addressing the intense and specialized electricity requirements associated with large-scale AI operations.
The current trajectory indicates a major intensification of efforts focused on high-demand digital infrastructure. The convergence of power needs, capital, and policy is redefining the scale of necessary infrastructure execution. NextEra's current actions emphasize securing future capacity while simultaneously developing advanced grid solutions for immediate, high-intensity users.
Last updated February 8, 2026
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