NEWPORT, Ark. (KAIT/Edited News Release) – NorthStar Clean Energy proudly announced the official opening of Newport Solar.
Newport Solar is a 180-megawatt 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, as well as Wentzville Assembly in Missouri, which underscores a shared commitment to providing creative renewable energy solutions and aggressively pursuing a low carbon future.
The ribbon-cutting ceremony took place on Thursday, Aug. 15, and marked the launch of one of the largest single-axis photovoltaic projects in Arkansas. It will serve as a shining example of NorthStar’s leadership in renewable energy development, and operation.
“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.”
Rob Threlkeld, Director of Global Energy Strategy for General Motors, further emphasized the strategic alignment, saying: “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. We are proud to help lead the way in sustainable practices and continue driving positive change.”
This solar project is the result of a growing innovative and collaborative sourcing effort between General Motors and NorthStar Clean Energy.
It is a key component in General Motors’ overall strategy 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 significant global investments in an ever-expanding network of renewable energy collaborators.
The new facility is projected to produce approximately 410,000 megawatt-hours of renewable energy annually, the same amount of electricity needed to power more than 30,000 Arkansas homes.
Under a 15-year renewable energy purchase agreement, the renewable energy credits generated by this new facility will have the same impact as planting nearly 5 million trees.
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