SANDS TOWNSHIP, MI— A Sands Township renewable energy project has received grant money from the state.
The money comes through the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy’s Renewables Ready Communities Awards program. It helps local governments complete community improvements and additional services like road and bridge repairs, public safety, park enhancements, and building upgrades.
The program incentivizes communities to host large-scale renewable energy projects such as wind, solar, and storage.
Sands Township received $748,500 for its Superior Solar project. Officials say the 150-megawatt solar farm would provide energy to an estimated 35,000 to 40,000 homes per year.
