The South Energy Center, located in Gainesville, Florida, operates under the jurisdiction of the SERC Reliability Corporation. This facility utilizes internal combustion technology and has an operating capacity of 7.4 megawatts. It is integrated within the Gainesville Regional Utilities power control area, ensuring efficient energy distribution to the local community. The plant is regulated and is wholly owned and operated by Gainesville Regional Utilities, which also serves as its majority owner and holding company. The primary fuel source for the South Energy Center is natural gas, aligning with contemporary energy standards and sustainability practices.