by David Akerly | Mar 17, 2026 | Our People, People
When old man winter hits us with snow and ice, you need to take extra precautions with natural gas meters, appliances and equipment. That’s because snow and ice can cause two dangerous situations: Gas leaks and Carbon Monoxide (CO) poisoning. Accumulated snow can...
by David Akerly | Feb 25, 2026 | Uncategorized
“Green Flags” of a natural gas safe home If you’ve spent any time on social media lately, you’ve probably seen the “green flag” trend. Little signals that something (or someone) is safe, reliable, and headed in the right direction. This trend translates perfectly to...
by David Akerly | Feb 24, 2026 | Downtown Midtown Neighborhoods, Empowering Detroit, Reliability Work Updates, Your Neighborhood
As the city of Detroit continues to grow and evolve, it’s vital that residents and businesses have the reliable power they need and deserve. That’s why DTE Energy is building the grid of the future right here in the city. We are investing $80 million to rebuild 25...
by David Akerly | Jan 16, 2026 | Your Neighborhood
There are many benefits to switching to natural gas. At DTE Energy, we deliver natural gas safely and reliably to 1.4 million customers across Michigan. In fact, we’ve been doing this for 175 years! Switching to natural gas can help you: Save up to 50% on energy...
by David Akerly | Dec 19, 2025 | Uncategorized
DTE Natural Gas Safety Quiz (Knowing these are important. Correct answers can be found below the quiz. Good luck!) 1. What is a common feature of most natural gas leaks? Rotten egg smell Sweet scent No smell at all 2. What should you do if you suspect a natural gas...
