Using renewable energy and growing sustainably while decreasing carbon emissions is an ongoing goal for businesses across the United States and around the world. Amid concerns about the negative impact of human activities on environmental processes, many businesses shift their focus to sustainable development and growth. This is exactly what Michigan’s premier gaming and entertaining venue, FireKeepers Casino Hotel, committed to by announcing a new partnership with the public utility that offers natural gas and electricity to nearly 7 million residents in Michigan, Consumers Energy.

As announced by the Battle Creek Enquirer, the duo forged a new partnership, allowing the premier entertainment and gaming location to source 100% of its electricity from power sources that are renewable. The collaboration sees FireKeepers Casino join Consumers’ Renewable Energy Program. As the latest member of the program, the casino and entertainment location join a growing list of more than two dozen businesses that have already teamed up with Consumers.

The innovative and forward-looking program enables companies and businesses to match the energy they use to renewable sources such as ones from solar and wind energy. Currently, FireKeepers Casino uses approximately 31,527 megawatt-hours annually, all of which will be matched with renewable energy sources, reaffirming the venue’s commitment to sustainable growth and environmental responsibility.

The Premier Entertainment and Casino Location Leads by Example

Eric Clinton, Consumers’ director of renewable products, praised the latest collaboration with FireKeepers Casino. He explained: “This commitment is meaningful in many ways. It accelerates our clean energy journey, allowing us to retire our coal facilities within the next two years and run a carbon-neutral power grid by 2040.”

Frank Tecumseh, FireKeepers Casino’s CEO, was similarly delighted. He outlined that the collaboration reaffirms the venue’s commitment to a better future.

Tecumseh added that FireKeepers is the first tribal casino operator in Michigan to commit to such a program. Finally, he said they hope that this action will help push other tribal and commercial operators to commit to renewable energy programs.

Ultimately, FireKeepers Casino’s commitment to the program will help decrease greenhouse gas emissions in Michigan. Their efforts are the equivalent of recycling some 13,500 garbage trucks or the removal of a staggering 61,000 gas-powered transportation vehicles from the roads.

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DSD Renewables (DSD) has successfully completed a cutting-edge solar portfolio spanning 6.5 MW for Caesars Entertainment, enriching the skyline of Atlantic City with sustainable power solutions. The project, consisting of four canopies strategically placed across two prominent Caesars Atlantic City properties, is poised to generate approximately 8.29 MWh of clean energy annually, contributing to Caesars Entertainment’s green initiatives and promoting a sustainable future.

Caesars Entertainment’s Solar Canopies Transform Atlantic City

The solar canopies, a blend of innovation and environmental consciousness, are not just a testament to Caesars Entertainment‘s commitment to reducing its carbon footprint but also a symbol of its pledge to the communities it serves. 

Eric Dominguez, senior vice president of engineering & asset management at Caesars Entertainment, expressed his enthusiasm for the milestone, stating:

Our partnership with DSD plays a pivotal role in helping us adopt measures to minimize our carbon footprint. These projects in Atlantic City exemplify our pursuit to integrate more clean energy resources into our business while delivering real value locally to the communities in which we operate.

Eric Dominguez, senior vice president of engineering & asset management, Caesars Entertainment

The completed installations include a 1.7 MW and an 886 kW solar garage canopy at Caesars Atlantic City, coupled with two installations at Harrah’s Resort Atlantic City – a 1.9 MW solar canopy at Harrah’s self-park garage and a 1.9 MW canopy at Harrah’s valet garage. Additionally, a 913 kW solar rooftop system at Harrah’s Waterfront Conference Center, set to be installed in early 2024, will further bolster this green initiative.

These installations serve a dual purpose – providing shaded parking for staff and customers while significantly reducing snow removal costs. Moreover, the rooftop system extends the roof’s lifespan and reduces cooling needs by limiting UV exposure, thereby bolstering the environmental and economic sustainability of the properties.

DSD Overcomes Coastal Hurdles for Sustainable Solar Success

The journey toward achieving these feats was not without its challenges. DSD’s in-house canopy team had to overcome unique obstacles posed by the proximity to the coast, adapting engineering designs to accommodate increased wind load and other risk factors. 

Dan O’Brien, vice president of commercial origination at DSD, expressed his pride in the team’s efforts, stating:

We were faced with some pretty unique development obstacles, but our team was up to the challenge, working closely with Caesars and the Casino Redevelopment Authority to bring these projects to fruition. The outcome couldn’t be more rewarding.

Dan O’Brien, VP of commercial origination, DSD

DSD financed and developed these installations and will serve as their long-term owner and operator. Looking toward the future, DSD is actively exploring additional projects with Caesars Entertainment at various destinations across the United States, reinforcing their shared commitment to a sustainable, clean energy future.

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