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General Motors (GM) has signed its largest renewable energy purchase agreement to date with NorthStar Clean Energy, a unit of CMS Energy. The 15-year deal will provide renewable electricity for three key assembly plants, supporting GM’s goal to achieve carbon neutrality by 2040. The energy will come from NorthStar’s Newport Solar project in Arkansas, which has a capacity of 180 megawatts, enough to power 30,000 homes annually.
Key Highlights:
- 15-year renewable energy deal with NorthStar Clean Energy.
- Three GM assembly plants to be powered by the Newport Solar project.
- 180 megawatt capacity from the Newport Solar project in Newport, Arkansas.
- Supports GM’s carbon neutrality goal by 2040.
- Largest power purchase agreement for GM to date.
- GM aims to power all U.S. sites with renewable energy by 2025.
This agreement marks a significant milestone in GM’s journey towards sustainability. As of 2022, the company secured the energy sourcing agreements needed to achieve 100% renewable energy for all U.S. sites by 2025. With 17 renewable energy plants across 11 states, GM has become the automotive industry’s largest buyer of renewable power by capacity.
“By expanding our renewable electricity portfolio, we are taking a major step forward in reducing our carbon footprint and advancing our broader sustainability goals,” said Rob Threlkeld, GM‘s director of global energy strategy. “This facility not only supports our renewable electricity strategy, but also demonstrates our dedication to a sustainable future for all.”
General Motors is committed to leading the automotive industry toward an all-electric, sustainable future. The company’s strategy centers around the Ultium battery platform, which will power a range of vehicles, from mass-market models to high-performance cars. For more information on GM’s sustainability initiatives and product offerings, visit GM’s official website.
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