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Planet Detroit is an independent nonprofit local news organization designed to inform you about the environment and public health in Detroit and Michigan. Our Michigan energy coverage focuses on accountability, solutions and community reporting, and we have a deep commitment to engaging with the community. You may also appreciate our coverage of DTE.

DTE Energy
Posted inNews

Could Trump make it easier for DTE to build natural gas plants?

Avatar photo by Brian Allnutt May 13, 2025May 13, 2025

DTE CEO said efforts to roll back clean energy rules could facilitate natural gas buildout, provide “flexibility” on coal plant retirements. Experts warn building new gas plants could put ratepayers on the hook for stranded assets.

Industrialized Zug Island seen from the Detroit River.
Posted inNews

EPA offers Clean Air Act exemptions from Trump, and one of metro Detroit’s top polluters applies

Avatar photo by Isabelle Tavares May 8, 2025May 9, 2025
Burner on a stovetop
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Natural gas spending will cost Michigan ratepayers, hurt climate goals, report finds

Avatar photo by Brian Allnutt May 7, 2025May 7, 2025
DTE Energy headquarters in downtown Detroit
Posted inAccountability

DTE Energy, Consumers Energy shareholder returns drive up Michigan energy bills: ‘It’s costing consumers so much money’

Avatar photo by Brian Allnutt May 6, 2025May 6, 2025
DTE Energy's coal-fired power plant in Monroe, Michigan.
Posted inNews

Could Trump’s executive orders endanger Michigan’s climate laws?

Avatar photo by Brian Allnutt April 15, 2025April 15, 2025
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Michigan regulators approve $153.8 million Consumers Energy rate hike

Avatar photo by Brian Allnutt March 21, 2025March 21, 2025
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2024 Detroit Gift Guide: Eco-friendly finds for a greener holiday

Avatar photo by Tarryn Mento November 26, 2024December 3, 2024
DTE ENERGY
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What we’re reading: DTE scrutinized for executive bonuses amid outages

Avatar photo by Nina Misuraca Ignaczak October 16, 2024October 16, 2024
High levels of PFAS found in Muskegon Lake foam, is raising alarms
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What we’re reading: What’s in the Muskegon Lake foam?

Avatar photo by Nina Misuraca Ignaczak September 26, 2024October 2, 2024
workers line a sidewalk holding picketing signs
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What we’re reading: Democrats struggle to win over Michigan autoworkers

Avatar photo by Nina Misuraca Ignaczak September 18, 2024September 19, 2024

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