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.
El-Sayed, Stevens debate climate, health care questions ahead of Democratic Senate primary
Whether Haley Stevens or Abdul El-Sayed wins the Democratic Senate primary, a political consultant tells Planet Detroit the general election will likely be decided by “base partisanship.”
Michiganders for Money Out Of Politics ballot drive clears signature hurdle
A ballot initiative that would ban utilities and government contractors from making campaign contributions narrowly clears a signature challenge Friday, advancing one step closer to Michigan’s November ballot.
Blowback from latest DTE outage surfaces on midterm campaign trail
Candidates call for accountability from DTE following the Fourth of July weekend outage, and boost efforts to freeze rate hikes, end utility political spending, and increase outage credits.
Michigan environmental news: Environmental group slams Line 5 tunnel permit decisions
State agencies approve permits for Enbridge’s Line 5 tunnel project, Detroit announces a major sewer repair program, and regulators investigate utilities over widespread power outages.
VOICES: Wildfire smoke exposes a hard truth — why staying indoors isn’t enough in Michigan
Public health officials tell us to stay inside. But as wildfire smoke, extreme heat, and power outages pile up in Michigan, the buildings we shelter in need to catch up.
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.
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