The City of Detroit has announced the selection of Houston-Whittier/Hayes and Greenfield Park as the next two neighborhoods for its Solar Neighborhoods Initiative. This Phase 2 expansion will add 61 acres of solar fields, bringing the total solar infrastructure to 165 acres and supporting the goal of producing 31 megawatts of renewable energy to power 127 municipal buildings. The initiative aims to remove blight and invest in neglected areas, while also creating opportunities for community revitalization. Lightstar Renewables, a leading solar developer, has been selected to build the solar fields. The initiative includes community benefits such as energy efficiency upgrades for nearby homes, comprehensive relocation assistance, and support for urban farmers through agrivoltaics, which combines solar arrays with agricultural opportunities. The program also includes sustainability features such as 35 years of renewable energy, urban farming innovation, and boosting local livelihoods. The goal is to create a sustainable vision for Detroit’s future and redefine what a cleaner, greener future looks like.
Building on a Legacy, Lightstar Forges Ahead to Fulfill Detroit’s Ambitious Clean Energy Vision
