DTE Completes Pine River Solar Park Construction, Boosting Renewable Energy Capacity in Michigan

DTE Energy has completed construction on the Pine River Solar Park, a 80-megawatt renewable energy development with 180,000 solar panels that will generate enough clean energy to power nearly 20,000 homes. The project is part of DTE's voluntary CleanVision MIGreenPower program, Michigan's largest community solar program. This is the second of DTE's three new solar parks to be connected to the electric grid in 2025 and reflects the company's commitment to achieving net zero carbon emissions and reaching Michigan's new renewable energy standard of 60% by 2035.

DTE Energy has successfully completed the construction of the Pine River Solar Park, a 80-megawatt renewable energy development located in mid-Michigan. The project, which features over 180,000 solar panels, is expected to generate enough clean energy to power approximately 20,000 homes [1].

The ribbon-cutting ceremony, held on April 25, 2025, marked the completion of the project and was attended by DTE Energy leaders, including Joe Musallam, vice president of renewable energy, as well as local officials and community members [1]. This development is part of DTE's broader commitment to renewable energy, which includes over $4.6 billion invested since 2009 and plans for another $4 billion in the coming years [1].

Pine River Solar Park is the second of DTE's three new solar parks to be connected to the electric grid in 2025. It reflects the company's dedication to achieving net zero carbon emissions and reaching Michigan's new renewable energy standard of 60% by 2035 [1]. With a growing portfolio that includes 20 wind parks and 34 solar parks, DTE's clean energy projects currently serve the needs of more than 750,000 customers statewide [1].

The project is part of DTE's voluntary CleanVision MIGreenPower program, Michigan's largest community solar program. This initiative aims to provide access to clean energy for residents and businesses, promoting a sustainable future for the state [1].

By 2042, DTE aims to generate more than 18,000 megawatts of renewable energy — enough to power 5.9 million homes [1]. This ambitious goal underscores the company's long-term commitment to renewable energy and its role in Michigan's energy transition.

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[1] https://www.mlive.com/news/saginaw-bay-city/2025/04/dte-energy-to-celebrate-completion-of-180k-panel-pine-river-solar-park.html