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Community Solar in Michigan - 2026 Programs & Savings Guide

Michigan offers community solar through Michigan Community Solar Pilot. Subscribers save 3-7% on their electricity bills with no installation required. Renters are eligible.

Active Subscribers
5,000
Subscribed Capacity
35 MW
Typical Savings
3-7%

Avg 5%

Available to Renters
Yes

Program Name

Michigan Community Solar Pilot

Serving Utilities

Consumers Energy, DTE Energy

Contract Length

Up to 5 years

Community Solar Programs in Michigan

Michigan community solar is available through Michigan Community Solar Pilot, serving customers of Consumers Energy, DTE Energy. The program offers 3-7% savings on the electricity covered by your subscription.

Typical Savings
3-7% off your electricity bill
Contract Length
Up to 5 years
Available to Renters
Yes
Income-Qualified Program
No dedicated tier

How Community Solar Works in Michigan

1

Find a community solar project in your utility territory in Michigan.

2

Subscribe to a share sized to cover a portion of your monthly electricity usage.

3

The solar farm generates electricity and reports production to your utility.

4

Your utility applies monthly bill credits to your account for your share of the output.

5

You pay the community solar provider a discounted rate and keep the savings on your utility bill.

Is Community Solar Worth It in Michigan?

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Moderate Savings

This state offers solid community solar options with moderate savings. The program is a good fit for renters and those who can't install rooftop solar, though savings may be lower than in leading states.

Typical Savings

3-7%

Upfront Cost

$0

Renters Eligible

Yes

Participating Utilities in Michigan

Consumers EnergyDTE Energy

Community Solar FAQs - Michigan

No. Renters are eligible for community solar in Michigan. You only need an active electric account with a participating utility - no property ownership or home modifications required.
Michigan community solar programs typically offer savings of 3-7% on the portion of your bill covered by your subscription.
The following utilities serve community solar subscribers in Michigan: Consumers Energy, DTE Energy. Program availability and capacity vary by territory.
Most community solar subscriptions in Michigan run for 5 years. Residential contracts often allow cancellation with advance notice. Always review the specific agreement before signing.
Availability depends on which utility serves your address and whether projects have open capacity in your territory. Michigan's program is currently limited, meaning options may be limited to specific utilities or geographies.

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Source: NREL Community Solar Policy, state public utility commissions, DSIRE, and utility program documentation. Data reflects programs available as of 2026. Program terms, capacity, and availability change frequently - verify current details with your utility or a licensed community solar provider.