Economic Development

Powering Growth – Empowering Opportunity in Central Florida

SECO Energy is proud to be one of the fastest-growing electric cooperatives in Florida — and in the nation. Our rapid growth reflects the strength of the communities we serve and the confidence businesses place in our reliable, affordable power.

As a not-for-profit electric cooperative serving Citrus, Hernando, Lake, Levy, Marion, Pasco, and Sumter Counties, SECO Energy is committed to powering economic opportunities across Central Florida. Whether you are expanding operations, relocating a facility, or developing a new site, our team is ready to help you succeed.

Dedicated Project Support

Our team assists with:

  • Electric infrastructure planning and coordination
  • Load studies and service availability
  • Preliminary cost estimates
  • Timeline coordination
  • Expansion and capacity planning
  • Coordination with local utilities and agencies

We understand that speed, reliability, and communication are critical to successful development projects. SECO Energy is committed to providing timely responses and collaborative solutions.

Why Locate in SECO Energy’s Service Territory?

Strategic Central Florida Location

  • Proximity to major interstate corridors (I-75, Florida’s Turnpike, US 27, US 301, SR 44)
  • Connectivity to ports, rail, and international airports

Reliable & Scalable Electric Infrastructure

  • Proactive system planning to support high-growth corridors
  • Redundant feeds and infrastructure solutions for mission-critical facilities
  • Ongoing capital investment to maintain reliability and capacity

Fast, Responsive Service

Our Economic Development and Engineering teams work directly with:

  • Site selectors 
  • Commercial and Industrial developers
  • County and Municipal partners

We provide:

  • Early-stage feasibility coordination
  • Timelines for service availability and construction coordination
  • Dedicated project support from concept to energization

We understand that timelines matter — and our team is structured to respond quickly and efficiently.

Site Selection & Service Territory Assistance

If you are evaluating a site within SECO Energy’s service area, our team can help you determine:

  • Site Selection – Complete Questionnaire
  • Electric service availability
  • Existing capacity and infrastructure proximity
  • Estimated service timelines
  • Long-term expansion capability

We encourage developers and site selectors to engage with SECO Energy’s team early in the planning process to ensure optimal project design and efficient utility coordination by completing this form for new service.

Reliable Power for a Growing Region

SECO Energy’s commitment to reliability, innovation, and community investment supports the long-term success of the region. Our focus includes:

  • System reliability and redundancy
  • Proactive vegetation management
  • Technology-driven system monitoring
  • Storm hardening and resilience
  • Scalable infrastructure to support industrial growth

As Central Florida grows, SECO Energy grows with it — delivering dependable power and responsive service.

Local Economic Development Partners

We work in partnership with leading economic development organizations throughout our service territory. For detailed information about available sites, workforce data, incentives, and community profiles, please visit:

State of Florida (Statewide support)

Lake County

Marion County

Citrus County

Sumter County

Pasco County

Hernando County

Levy County

These organizations provide site selection assistance, demographic data, workforce development resources, and information about local and state incentives.

Commitment to Community & Cooperative Values

As a member-owned electric cooperative, SECO Energy is uniquely positioned to:

  • Invest back into the communities we serve
  • Support workforce development initiatives
  • Participate in regional planning efforts
  • Deliver value-driven, reliable electric service

Our growth mirrors the strength of our communities — and we are proud to power the businesses that create jobs and opportunities across Central Florida.

Let’s Build Together

If you are planning a new development, expanding operations, or exploring sites within Lake, Marion, Citrus, Sumter, Pasco, Hernando or Levy Counties, SECO Energy’s Economic Development team is ready to assist.

Contact us today to start the conversation. Let’s power your next opportunity. 

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Questionnaire for the Site Selection Process

We are here to help you navigate one of the key factors during your site selection process – UTILITIES! 

Utility analysis: As your potential electric utility provider, SECO Energy has a few questions that will help us to streamline the evaluation process for determining load capacity at the selected site.

The more accurate the expected energy use, the better service solutions will be.

Evaluation Process: Please provide the data points to calculate usage & rates below: 

Is your company relocating from another facility with a similar plant operation?
The redacted energy bill will determine demand and consumption.
One file only.
20 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, png, pdf, doc, docx.

If not, provide the following information:

Examples are light industrial, data center, manufacturing, distribution, etc. What is

Measured in square footage.

Energy (kWh) is measured in kWh, usually calculated monthly.

Demand (kW) is the maximum (peak) amount of power needed at any one time measured in kW.

Load factor (%) - the higher the load factor, the more efficiently the company uses its power.

Our goal is to provide you with quick service solution options. Thank you for sharing detailed information up front. SECO Energy prides itself on providing reliable, affordable, and safe power to its end-users – our members.

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