Forestry experts question Michigan DNR’s plan to cut state land for solar

January 8, 2025

Map of state forestland considered for solar
This is an Otsego County GIS map of the 420 acres of state land that the Michigan Department of Natural Resources is considering for a solar energy lease. The land is in Hayes Township, just west of Gaylord.Otsego County GIS

GAYLORD, MI – Forestry experts and environmental advocates are questioning Michigan officials’ decision to lease 420 acres of state forestland near Gaylord for solar development.

It’s not the actual leasing of state land that bothers them, though. It’s which 420 acres they chose.

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