NorthStar Clean Energy has inaugurated Newport Solar, a 180 MW project designed to source renewable electricity for General Motors' operations in the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) territory, including Lansing Delta Township Assembly and Lansing Grand River Assembly in Michigan and Wentzville Assembly in Missouri.
The solar project will help General Motors to reduce its Scope 2 energy emissions globally, which includes improving energy efficiency, sourcing renewable electricity, using more reliable power, enhancing supply reliability, and making global investments in a network of renewable energy collaborators.
"NorthStar is committed to helping our customers reach their sustainability and business goals, and the Newport Solar project demonstrates how our approach enables companies like General Motors to achieve both," said Brian Hartmann, President of NorthStar Clean Energy. "The collaboration with GM exemplifies our shared obligation to creating a future powered by renewable energy."
The facility is expected to produce approximately 410,000 MWh of renewable energy annually, equivalent to powering more than 30,000 Arkansas homes. As per a 15-year renewable energy purchase agreement, the renewable energy credits generated by the facility will have a similar impact as planting nearly 5 million trees.
"By expanding our renewable electricity portfolio, we are taking a major step forward in reducing our carbon footprint and advancing our broader sustainability goals. This facility not only supports our renewable electricity strategy but also demonstrates our dedication to a sustainable future for all," said Rob Threlkeld, Director of Global Energy Strategy for GM.
