Bonita Springs Utilities Inc. is adding a 1.5‑megawatt floating solar array to its East Water Reclamation Facility as part of a long‑term plan to cut energy costs and boost sustainability. The system will sit on an existing pond and is expected to offset about 60% of the facility’s power use, supplying up to two‑thirds of its energy needs at peak performance.
Construction of the solar components is already underway offsite, with onsite installation planned for fall 2026 and full operation expected by year‑end 2026. Once running, the project will help stabilize energy costs and reduce reliance on the electric grid under a net‑metering agreement with Florida Power & Light…