GM’s Largest Renewable Energy Deal: Powering Assembly Plants

General Motors (GM) has announced its most significant renewable energy purchase agreement to date, partnering with NorthStar Clean Energy, a division of CMS Energy. This landmark 15-year agreement will supply renewable electricity to three major GM assembly plants, advancing the company’s goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2040. The renewable energy will be sourced from NorthStar’s Newport Solar project in Arkansas, which boasts a capacity of 180 megawatts—enough to power approximately 30,000 homes annually.

Key Highlights:

• 15-Year Agreement: GM’s largest renewable energy deal with NorthStar Clean Energy.
• Assembly Plants Powered: Three GM facilities will benefit from the Newport Solar project.
• Project Capacity: The Newport Solar project in Newport, Arkansas, has a 180-megawatt capacity.
• Carbon Neutrality Goal: Supports GM’s objective of carbon neutrality by 2040.
• Largest Deal to Date: The biggest power purchase agreement GM has entered into so far.
• Renewable Energy Milestone: GM aims to transition all U.S. sites to renewable energy by 2025.

This agreement represents a significant step in GM’s sustainability efforts. By 2022, GM had secured the necessary energy agreements to transition all its U.S. sites to 100% renewable energy by 2025. With 17 renewable energy projects across 11 states, GM has emerged as the largest buyer of renewable power in the automotive sector by capacity.

“Expanding our renewable electricity portfolio is a major advancement in reducing our carbon footprint and progressing toward our broader sustainability objectives,” said Rob Threlkeld, GM’s Director of Global Energy Strategy. “This initiative not only reinforces our renewable energy strategy but also highlights our commitment to a sustainable future.”

General Motors is dedicated to driving the automotive industry towards an all-electric and sustainable future. Central to this strategy is the Ultium battery platform, which will power a diverse range of vehicles from mass-market options to high-performance models. For more details on GM’s sustainability initiatives and product offerings, visit GM’s official website.