Timothy Sparks
Consumers Energy has agreements so as to add 300 MW of unpolluted energy from two Michigan solar initiatives being developed in Genesee and Hillsdale counties. Both initiatives are being developed by Ranger Power, a utility-scale solar improvement firm primarily based in Chicago. The solar developments are a part of the corporate’s Clean Energy Plan to dramatically improve renewable energy, eradicate coal electrical energy by 2025 and obtain net-zero carbon emissions by 2040.
“Providing 300 MW of clean energy for our customers is a commitment to our planet, the people of Michigan and contributes to the prosperity of communities where solar projects are sited,” says Timothy Sparks, Consumers Energy’s vp of electrical grid integration. “We are pleased to reach this agreement with a valued partner that is helping us bring to life a vision to provide a clean energy transformation that benefits Michiganders, both current and future generations.”
Consumers Energy would buy power from Confluence Solar in Genesee County and Heartwood Solar in Hillsdale County. The agreements are being reviewed by the Michigan Public Service Commission.
The new solar initiatives are every 150 MW and scheduled to start working by year-end 2024. Ranger Power will personal and function the websites.
“Securing power purchase agreements with Consumers Energy for our Confluence and Heartwood Solar projects is a major milestone in our efforts to provide clean, renewable energy to customers across Michigan,” states Paul Harris, president at Ranger Power. “We’re glad to be expanding our partnership with Consumers and continue to be guided by a community-first approach as we complete both solar projects.”
