At DTE, we are committed to reducing outages by 30% while cutting outage times in half by 2029. And we are making great strides toward that goal by transitioning to a smart grid. So far in 2024, smart grid technology prevented nearly 5,000 power interruptions and more than 1.8 million minutes without power for customers.
What is a smart grid?
We are committed to fully automating the grid by 2029 by installing smart grid technology.
These devices are not just pieces of equipment — they’re part of a larger, interconnected system that includes our state-of-the-art Systems Operation Center, substation equipment, reclosers installed atop power poles, smart meters and more. All this technology combined allows us to remotely monitor, operate and control the grid across the communities we serve, minimizing disruptions and keeping the power on for many customers.
How does smart grid technology help me?
- Improved safety: Smart grid technology can automatically detect and deenergize downed wires, helping to keep more people safe.
- Fewer outages: Intelligent devices are also designed to isolate areas of damage and reroute power for many customers, so the lights stay on while crews make repairs.
- Shorter outages and quicker restoration: Smart grid devices quickly pinpoint the damage location, so crews can arrive on-site faster and begin making repairs.
As we continue to automate the grid through smart technology, DTE remains dedicated to delivering the power you need and reliability you deserve. Learn more about our plan to build the grid of the future at empoweringmichigan.com. You can also view work in your area with our Power Improvements Map.