DTE Energy received approval for purchase of three Michigan wind parks
As of completion, DTE Energy will assume ownership and operation of three new wind parks in Michigan, thanks to purchase approval by the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC).
With the three purchases, DTE noted that its renewables portfolio would increase by nearly half, substantially furthering its green transition. In all, 455 megawatts of renewable energy will be added to the mix, with two of the parks dedicated to large commercial and industrial customers, such as Ford, General Motors and the University of Michigan.
“Investing in renewable energy is a key part of our commitment to reduce carbon emissions by at least 80 percent by 2040,” Jerry Norcia, president and CEO of DTE Energy. “Adding these new wind parks to our portfolio will help us meet the clean energy needs of our largest customers who have chosen MIGreenPower. We also have aggressive plans to expand our voluntary renewable energy programs, enabling more customers to reduce their carbon footprint and meet personal or business sustainability goals. We are proud of the environmental and economic benefits these projects will bring to Michigan.”
The wind parks will be purchased from Apex Clean Energy and Heritage Sustainable Energy, and include two of the state’s largest. All are expected to begin commercial operation in 2020, and all three are located in the lower peninsula.
In total, DTE estimates the three wind parks will offset 887,726 metric tons of carbon emissions each year.
