The Detroit Zoological Society announced that the Detroit Zoo will be powered by 100% Michigan-made renewable energy through DTE Energy’s MIGreenPower program. DTE will source the renewable energy from three new wind parks that will come online in late 2020.
Will Use Michigan-made Energy
MIGreenPower is a voluntary renewable energy program that helps electric customers reduce their carbon footprint and support the development of additional wind and solar energy projects in Michigan. Customers select to attribute up to 100% of their energy use to local wind farms and solar parks.
Zoo Strives to Reduce Waste
Waste reduction is also a key aspect of the Detroit Zoo’s “Green Journey.” The Zoo has eliminated the sale of single-use plastic water bottles as well as the use of plastic bags, straws and lids. The Zoo has also completed energy efficiency upgrades in more than 50 of the Zoo’s buildings and to install Zoo-wide LED lighting.
About the Detroit Zoo
The Detroit Zoo located near Royal Oak and Huntington Woods, roughly 2 miles north of the Detroit city limits. The Detroit Zoo is one of Michigan’s largest family attractions, hosting more than 1.5 million visitors each year. Its exhibits include more than 2,400 animals. The Detroit Zoo was the first zoo in the United States to house animals without bars or barriers.
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