Silver Maple Solar

Project introduction

Silver Maple Solar is a 200 MW clean energy project located in Zeeland and Jamestown Townships, Ottawa County, Michigan, developed and operated by RWE Clean Energy. Scheduled to begin operations soon, this state-of-the-art solar farm is designed to generate enough electricity to power over 34,057 American homes. As part of RWE’s commitment to domestic energy addition, Silver Maple Solar represents a significant economic investment, not only advancing energy reliability and independence for the region but also supporting American-made innovation and local prosperity.

The project is currently in its mid-stage development phase. RWE’s advanced remote operations center will monitor the facility's performance 24/7, ensuring consistent, safe, and reliable energy supply for West Michigan. An experienced onsite operations team will be on standby to address any issues swiftly.

Delivering on the RWE vision, Silver Maple Solar adds to our rapidly growing U.S. portfolio of clean energy assets—meeting rising energy needs from growing American industry, manufacturing, and broad-based electrification. The project is tailored to complement existing land uses, protect local wildlife, and foster community partnerships, providing not just clean, reliable power but a lasting foundation for economic growth and stability in the region.

Status: In development

Site location

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Permitting Timeline

1 environmental studies, surveys, local permitting
2025 2026 2027

Facts & figures

00 MW

generation capacity, enough to power 34,057 homes

up to $ 00 Million

in property taxes paid over the lifetime of the project

$ 00 Million +

allocated to the local school district, directly benefitting education

Project Benefits

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Economic Growth & Local Investment

Silver Maple Solar brings transformative investment to Ottawa County, supporting local schools and infrastructure; Also supporting local landowners through lease payments. By generating over $25 million in property taxes and contributing $17 million directly to education, the project helps fund essential community services while creating hundreds of construction and skilled operations jobs headquartered right in the heart of Michigan.

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Economic Growth & Local Investment
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American-Made Innovation & Energy Independence

As part of RWE’s U.S. operations, Silver Maple Solar boosts American energy independence by delivering clean power produced, maintained, and managed domestically. This project uses proven, safe materials and technology—resulting in energy addition that supports the resilience of the national grid and reduces reliance on foreign sources.

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American-Made Innovation & Energy Independence
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Reliable Power, Healthy Communities

With advanced monitoring and rapid-response teams, Silver Maple Solar ensures dependable power for West Michigan. The project’s water-free electricity generation helps conserve 219 million gallons annually, and its significant air quality improvements generate an estimated $7.3 million in public health savings every year, benefitting the entire community.

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Stronger Electric Grid

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Building a More Reliable, Resilient Grid for Michigan

Silver Maple Solar is more than a solar farm—it is a strategic upgrade to the region’s energy infrastructure. By integrating 200 MW of dependable clean energy into Michigan’s grid, Silver Maple Solar helps meet rapidly rising demand from homes, manufacturing, and technology sectors—all without the price fluctuations of traditional energy sources. The facility’s grid addition increases overall reliability, stabilizing energy prices for local consumers while supporting the shift toward American-made energy independence. With RWE’s remote operations and onsite support, the grid remains secure, efficient, and capable of handling tomorrow’s challenges—with added layers of redundancy that protect against outages or disruptions. Every kilowatt produced strengthens not only Ottawa County’s energy supply but the backbone of American industry and daily life.

Protecting the Environment and the Community

Silver Maple Solar represents the next chapter in Michigan’s proud legacy of ingenuity, industry, and stewardship. For decades to come, the project will stand as a pillar of reliable power for West Michigan—generating lasting benefits that ripple through every level of the community. By creating hundreds of good-paying jobs and commissioning millions in local business investment, Silver Maple Solar fuels both immediate opportunity and long-term prosperity. These benefits extend far beyond economics; local schools will receive critical property tax revenue, strengthening education for the next generation of innovators.

This is American energy built for Americans—delivering homegrown power, manufactured and managed by local talent, while ensuring grid security and keeping costs dependable for families and businesses.

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Silver Maple Solar joins RWE’s expanding portfolio of domestic, clean energy assets, all working together to secure energy independence, support rural economies, and bolster the foundation of American manufacturing. It is a model for how clean energy can drive economic growth, educational enrichment, and community resilience, ensuring a brighter, more secure future for Ottawa County and beyond.

Silver Maple Solar was designed in close partnership with local stakeholders to ensure the project not only delivers reliable energy, but also meets the needs and aspirations of the community. The use of agrivoltaics allows landowners to continue farming or grazing livestock alongside power generation, doubling land productivity and preserving traditional agricultural livelihoods. Additionally, RWE’s commitment to property tax contributions and educational funding translates into real, tangible support for local schools, public safety, and infrastructure improvements—building stronger communities at every level.

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