- New 100-megawatt Polaris Solar Park will power over 23,000 homes with clean energy.
- Project will generate significant tax revenue for Gratiot County and local townships.
- DTE's renewable investments have created 20,000 jobs in Michigan since 2009.
DTE Energy (DTE, Financial) has successfully completed the construction of its third new solar project of 2025, the Polaris Solar Park, located in Gratiot County, Michigan. This 100-megawatt facility is set to become operational by summer, delivering clean energy to more than 23,000 homes and substantially increasing DTE's renewable energy output.
The Polaris Solar Park is a significant component of DTE's renewable energy strategy and will bring notable economic benefits to local communities. The project is expected to generate substantial tax revenue for Gratiot County and local townships, bolstering essential services including infrastructure, first responders, and community projects. This aligns with the $42 million in tax revenue already generated by DTE's wind parks in the area.
DTE's continued commitment to renewable energy has resulted in the creation of around 20,000 jobs in Michigan since 2009. It also supports the company's ambitious goals to achieve net zero carbon emissions and meet Michigan's 60% renewable energy standard by 2035. The company is on track to power over 800,000 homes with clean energy by the end of 2025, with a vision to expand this capacity to nearly 6 million homes by 2042.
The Polaris project and five additional solar parks under construction are being funded through DTE's CleanVision MIGreenPower program, which has seen substantial enrollment with nearly 100,000 residential and 1,200 business customers. This emphasizes DTE's growing influence in Michigan's renewable energy market and its steadfast commitment to pursuing sustainable energy solutions.
