Turkey Point a Potential Site for New Nuclear Generation

FPL has operated two nuclear power units at Turkey Point safely and reliably for nearly 35 years. The site includes two generating units that use oil and natural gas, and a natural gas combined-cycle unit that began commercial operation in May, 2007.

FPL performed a comprehensive assessment of numerous sites throughout its service territory in Florida for the potential addition of a new nuclear power facility to serve customers. Of these, more than a dozen underwent detailed study before Turkey Point was chosen as a potential location for this facility.

Turkey Point was selected because it:

1. makes use of an existing power plant site and minimizes the impact on Florida's land resources
2. benefits from existing facilities such as electrical transmission connections, roads, and buildings and
3. helps balance electric demand and strengthens electric reliability in South Florida.