by Amanda Fischer | Jan 12, 2026 | Reliability Work Updates, Your Neighborhood, Your Power
As part of our plan to build the grid of the future, we’re transitioning to a smart grid. Through 2029, we plan to fully automate our grid by installing smart devices, like reclosers. Positioned on top of power poles, reclosers will help us quickly locate outages and...
by Amanda Fischer | Dec 18, 2025 | Reliability Work Updates, Washtenaw County, Your Neighborhood, Your Power
Michigan’s weather is becoming more extreme and unpredictable every year. That’s why DTE Energy is investing $10 million over the next three years to modernize and rebuild the electric infrastructure that powers northwest Dexter. This project includes: Installing a...
by Amanda Fischer | Dec 18, 2025 | Downtown Midtown Neighborhoods, Empowering Detroit
The Downtown Detroit Financial District is a vibrant hub of business, innovation, and entertainment, attracting millions of visitors and workers every year. To keep up with the changing needs and expectations of its customers, DTE Energy is executing a major project...
by Amanda Fischer | Dec 16, 2025 | Ann Arbor, Reliability Work Updates, Your Neighborhood
As part of DTE Energy’s plan to build the grid of the future, we rebuilt the electric infrastructure that delivers power to southwest Ann Arbor. This project, which DTE began in May and completed in December 2025, represents an investment of more than $3.7 million...
by Amanda Fischer | Dec 12, 2025 | Reliability Work Updates, Your Neighborhood
Michigan winters are known for bringing beautiful snow, but Mother Nature can also serve up ice storms. Although ice-covered homes, trees and streetlights add to our signature winter wonderland look, it also can cause significant electric reliability issues. Just a...