FPL Group plans to boost U.S. solar energy production

Co announces a $2.4 bln investment program aimed at increasing U.S. solar thermal energy output and reducing carbon dioxide emissions that contribute to global warming. Co announces three initiatives: 1) Investment of up to $1.5 billion in new solar thermal generating facilities in Florida and California over the next seven years, 2) Investment of up to $500 million by FPL to create a smart network that will provide its 4.5 million customers, 3) The launch by FPL Energy of a new consumer education program and new products that could increase renewable energy resources by at least $400 million over the first five years of the program.