Send a letter today! Support Solar Leasing on Michigan’s Public Lands.

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has paused a smart, responsible solar leasing policy, and your voice is needed to protect it! By allowing select state lands to host solar energy projects, this initiative will boost local economies, generate millions in new tax revenue, and help Michigan meet its clean energy goals—all while ensuring thoughtful land stewardship.

The Facts: Smart Solar Siting

The DNR has taken a rigorous, transparent approach to solar siting, carefully selecting lands that align with its mission of managing Michigan’s 4.6 million acres for multiple uses, including conservation, recreation, and economic benefits.

• The right land for the right purpose – The proposed sites include previously harvested forestry land, storm-damaged areas, and existing utility corridors—not pristine wildlife habitat.
• Economic benefits for local communities – Solar leasing will generate stable revenue for schools, roads, and public services, just as oil, gas, and timber leases have done for decades.
• Strong environmental protections – The DNR will ensure responsible siting, avoiding impacts to recreation areas and critical wildlife habitats.
• A clean energy future for Michigan – Solar on public lands helps Michigan transition to affordable, homegrown energy, reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
• Complete decommissioning plans to restore the land to its natural state after the lifespan of the solar farm has passed, leaving the land restored and available for future uses.

Your Voice Matters

Misinformation has created unnecessary controversy around solar leasing, despite the DNR’s careful planning and long history of responsibly managing state lands for multiple uses. Public input is essential to moving this policy forward.

Submit Your Comment Today!

Show your support for clean energy, rural economic growth, and responsible land management by submitting a comment in favor of the DNR’s solar leasing policy.

Michigan has an opportunity to lead on clean energy and local economic development—let’s make sure we seize it!