As Michigan's largest utility, DTE Energy's decisions on rates, infrastructure, and the clean energy transition affect millions of residents. We hold the company accountable and track its impact on customers and the climate.
Federal judge to DTE: No delays for Clean Air Act compliance on Zug Island
DTE is appealing a $100-million judgment over sulfur dioxide pollution from its Zug Island subsidiary.
Michigan environmental news: Parasite outbreak tops 1,250 cases, officials investigate produce
Officials are urging caution with raspberries, bagged lettuce, cilantro, basil, and green onions, recommending thorough washing, cooking, or choosing frozen or cooked alternatives where possible.
Guide: How Michigan’s process for setting DTE, Consumers rates factors into midterms
In general, Michigan electric utilities struggle with their infrastructure for the same reason water systems have – fewer customers paying to maintain a grid built for far more of them, according to the MPSC.
DTE power outages in 2026: What you need to know about reliability, bill credits, and rate hikes
Nearly 400,000 DTE customers lost power during July 4 weekend storms. Here’s what to know about the utility’s reliability record, the $42-per-day credit you may be owed, and why your rates keep going up.
Michigan environmental news: Parasite outbreak grows, heat strains DTE grid
Cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan nearly double in three days: 174 Tuesday, 228 Wednesday, and more than 300 by Thursday.
How to save money on your DTE bill during Michigan heat waves
Here’s how Metro Detroit residents can lower their bills during heat waves by shifting energy use to off-peak hours.
Lawmakers push data center accountability as Michigan prepares for midterms
Michigan lawmakers propose moratorium, new regulations for data centers as voters question impacts on water, electricity, and taxes.
Voices: Detroit’s DTE shutoff crisis has a face, and it looks like mine
Utility shutoffs show what energy poverty looks like in a wealthy country, writes Amani Sawari of We Want Green Too.
Michigan environmental news: Ex-Detroit Riverfront Conservancy CFO loses appeal of prison sentence
Appeals court upholds ex-Detroit Riverfront Conservancy CFO’s 19-year embezzlement sentence, Detroit transfers neighborhood solar projects to DTE, $20-million Brennan Community Center breaks ground at Rouge Park, and more.
Detroit families struggle with $500 utility bills as Michigan designs affordability program
Regulators say low-income households should spend no more than 6% on energy bills.
‘Slap in the face’: Whitmer data center outrage indicates major election year issue
Whitmer’s appearance at Saline Township data center groundbreaking is a “slap in the face” to the community, says U.S. House candidate.
Guide: The future of Michigan’s clean energy law
Michigan’s 2023 Clean Energy and Jobs Act set a goal of 100% renewable electricity by 2040. The November midterm elections could determine whether the state stays on this path.
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