Beecher, Mich. — The Michigan Schools Energy Cooperative (MISEC) and NorthStar Clean Energy today announced that the newly operational MISEC Genesee Solar Farm, a 41-megawatt renewable energy facility in Genesee County will help power 65 Michigan K–12 school districts. The agreement provides participating districts with clean energy to advance their sustainability goals while locking in affordable energy rates. In 2026, these districts are expected to collectively save approximately $80,000 compared to utility tariff rates, with projected savings of more than $18 million over the 15-year term of the agreement.
The partnership represents a major milestone in helping Michigan schools transition to cleaner and more cost-effective energy solutions. Participating districts will benefit from long-term budget certainty, reduced exposure to market volatility, and clean energy supply from MISEC Genesee Solar.
“Michigan’s school districts deserve energy solutions that are as clean and cost-effective as possible, and this partnership delivers exactly that,” said Peter Spadafore with the Michigan Schools Energy Cooperative, a program of the Michigan Alliance for Student Opportunity. “By securing solar energy from MISEC Genesee Solar, our districts can reinvest more resources into classrooms while supporting their ongoing sustainability efforts.”
MISEC Genesee Solar will have the capacity to provide renewable power to 355 school facilities across Michigan. Key benefits for participating school districts include:
• Long-term budget certainty: A predictable, economical energy supply that frees up financial resources for core educational priorities.
• Environmental impact: Reduced reliance on conventional energy sources and measurable progress toward district sustainability objectives.
• Educational opportunity: New pathways for STEM and sustainability programming that give students hands-on exposure to clean energy careers.
• Local economic growth: Job creation and tax revenue benefits within Genesee County.
“We are proud to partner with MISEC and deliver clean, affordable energy that supports Michigan’s schools and communities,” said Brian Hartmann, President and CEO of NorthStar Clean Energy, which operates MISEC Genesee Solar. “This is a powerful example of how renewable energy can strengthen local economies while helping institutions plan for the future.”
MISEC Genesee Solar underscores both organizations’ commitment to supporting Michigan’s clean energy transition and empowering school districts with cost-effective, environmentally responsible energy solutions.
