Watertown solar project secures 25-year power purchase agreement with Consumers Energy
Type: Ppa · Technology: Solar · Country: United States · Capacity: 172 MW · Announced: 2026-07-07
Linea Energy signed a 25-year power purchase agreement with Consumers Energy for the 172 MW Watertown solar project in Sanilac County, Michigan. The PPA provides a long‑term contracted revenue stream that underpins the project's financing structure. Construction is underway with commercial operations slated for mid‑2027, and the project will supply electricity to roughly 25,100 homes. The agreement supports local economic benefits, including 150 construction jobs and an estimated $16.4 million in property tax revenues over the plant’s life. The deal highlights the growing demand for clean, reliable power in the Michigan utility market.
Counterparties
- Consumers Energy (Offtaker)
- Linea Energy (Developer)