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NextEra Energy (NEE) Secures $1.9 Billion Loan for Nuclear Restart

NextEra Energy, Inc. (NYSE: NEE) announced on September 8 that it secured a loan of up to $1.9 billion from the U.S. Department of Energy to support restarting the Duane Arnold Energy Center in Iowa, which ceased operations in 2020. The plant is expected to resume in early 2029, pending regulatory approvals. This funding aims to increase reliable generation capacity amidst rising electricity demand linked to the AI boom. The agreement includes a 25-year power purchase contract with Google, ensuring long-term revenue for 615 MW of output, which is significant for investors monitoring energy sector growth.