NextEra Energy
Energy & Natural Resources · Lobbying Client
NextEra Energy's Federal Lobbying Record
At $11.0M in disclosed federal lobbying, NextEra Energy ranks as a major spender — well above the typical filer. Outlays in this range generally reflect a sustained presence in Washington, with at least one full-time government affairs lead and a stable of outside lobbyists engaged on the organization's priority issues.
Across the 5-year window from 2020 to 2024, NextEra Energy's annual disclosed lobbying spend has climbed meaningfully — from $1.9M in 2020 to $2.5M in 2024, a change of +34%. Step-changes of this size often coincide with major bills moving through Congress, regulatory rulemakings affecting the organization's industry, or a leadership change in the relevant committee.
NextEra Energy's disclosed lobbying covers 5 general issue areas — a moderate footprint. Filers in this range tend to engage on a coherent cluster of related topics rather than spreading effort across the federal agenda.
3 of 7 lobbyists reported by NextEra Energy (43%) disclose prior federal government service. That share is common at established government affairs operations that explicitly hire from agency and committee staff.
Among the named bench, lobbyists with disclosed prior federal service include Tony C. Podesta (Former Counsel, House Financial Services Committee); Michelle K. Collins (Former Counsel, Senate Commerce Committee); Carol L. Stewart (Former Counsel, House Financial Services Committee). The covered-position field on LDA cover sheets captures executive-branch and senior congressional roles held within the prior two years.
Within the Energy & Natural Resources sector, NextEra Energy ranks #13 of 35 tracked organizations by disclosed lobbying spend. The sector leader is ExxonMobil at $46.5M; the sector average is $11.8M. NextEra Energy's $11.0M sits 7% below the sector average.
NextEra Energy's LobbySpend Influence Score of 61/100 (grade B) reflects significant federal lobbying reach. The score blends disclosed total spend, issue breadth, and revolving-door connections — lobbyists with prior federal government service. A B-grade typically means the organization is well above average on at least two of those three signals, with sustained activity over multiple years rather than a one-off spike.
Every figure above is sourced from Senate lobbying disclosure filings submitted under the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995. Per-issue dollar splits and covered-position flags are filer-reported and may be amended after initial submission.
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Annual Lobbying Spend
Policy Issues
Government Entities Contacted
Recent Filings
| Period | Registrant | Issues | Lobbyists | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Oct-Dec | Venable LLP | ENVTAXENG+1 | 4 | $625K |
| 2024 Jul-Sep | S-3 Group | UTITAXENG+1 | 2 | $671K |
| 2024 Apr-Jun | Williams & Jensen | TAXENV | 4 | $620K |
| 2024 Jan-Mar | Hogan Lovells | ENGENVGOV+1 | 3 | $593K |
| 2023 Oct-Dec | Venable LLP | TAXENVENG | 4 | $679K |
| 2023 Jul-Sep | Venable LLP | TAXUTI | 2 | $525K |
| 2023 Apr-Jun | Capitol Counsel | TAXUTIGOV+1 | 1 | $510K |
| 2023 Jan-Mar | Covington & Burling | ENVUTIENG+1 | 4 | $616K |
NextEra Energy Lobbying FAQ
NextEra Energy has spent $11.0M on federal lobbying across 5 policy areas. This includes spending on registered lobbyists and direct government contacts.
NextEra Energy lobbies on 5 policy issues, including Energy/Nuclear, Utilities, Environment/Superfund, Taxation. These disclosures are filed quarterly with the Senate Office of Public Records.
NextEra Energy has an Influence Score of 61/100 (Grade B). This proprietary score is based on total lobby spend (40%), policy issue breadth (30%), and revolving door connections (30%).
NextEra Energy employs 7 registered lobbyists, of whom 3 have revolving door connections, meaning they previously held government positions before becoming lobbyists.
NextEra Energy has contacted 8 government entities as part of their lobbying activities, including Federal Communications Commission, Dept of Labor, Dept of Justice.
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Lobbying data is sourced from quarterly Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings with the Senate Office of Public Records. Influence Scores combine total spend (40%), issue breadth (30%), and revolving door connections (30%). Filings may be amended after initial submission.