Global Infrastructure SherpaDTE Electric's 200 MW Deckerville Solar Park Project approved in Michigan
Regulators in Michigan have authorized DTE Electric's 200 MW Deckerville Solar Park Project, a utility-scale solar development in Sanilac County. This project is a key addition to DTE Electric's renewable energy portfolio and is consistent with a special power contract reached with Ford Motor Company, allowing Ford to source significant portions of its electricity from Michigan-generated solar power. The facility is expected to enter commercial operation by the fourth quarter of 2028 and will be connected to a new substation.
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- 200 MW utility-scale solar capacity.
- Directly tied to Ford Motor Company's clean energy contract.
- Commercial operation targeted for Q4 2028.
- New substation connection in Sanilac County.
Source Intelligence
The project is a utility-scale solar development. It will be connected to a new substation. The Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) approved the project under Case No. U-21285. The project aligns with DTE Electric’s CleanVision Integrated Resource Plan to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. There will be employment opportunities for Michigan residents during the construction phase. Quote: 'a major utility-scale solar development', 'the facility will be connected to a new substation being built nearby', 'Under Case No. U-21285, the company applied and received ex parte approval from the MPSC', 'Ultimately, the facility aligns with DTE Electric’s CleanVision Integrated Resource Plan, which contains plans to build solar, wind, and energy storage resources as part of the company’s quest to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.', 'there are employment opportunities for Michigan residents during the construction phase, too.'
"the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) has approved DTE Electric Company’s Deckerville Solar Park Project."
"consistent with a special power contract reached with Ford Motor Company"
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