by Jessica Watson | Jul 29, 2026 | Volunteerism, Wayne County, Your Neighborhood
During DTE’s recent storm restoration efforts, our support in the community went well beyond the work happening on poles, wires and in the field. In some of the hardest-hit neighborhoods, DTE’s Community Engagement team worked with local food trucks,...
by Jessica Watson | Jun 30, 2026 | Environment, Our People, Planet, Your Neighborhood
Most mornings, Dan Okon, principal engineer, on DTE’s Environmental team, starts his workday like many of us do: checking the weather, reviewing the plan for the day and getting ready to join his team. But on sampling days, that meeting place looks a little...
by Jessica Watson | Jun 17, 2026 | Environment, Planet, Your Neighborhood
Pollinators may be small, but their impact is mighty and so is the difference we can make. During Pollinator Week, June 22–28, DTE is doing more than just recognizing the vital role pollinators play in our environment – we’re spotlighting how you can roll up your...
by Jessica Watson | Jun 1, 2026 | Environment, Planet, Your Neighborhood
What happens to a wind turbine blade when it reaches the end of its useful life? At DTE’s Warren Service Center (WSC), the answer is creativity, craftsmanship and collaboration. The idea grew from a broader effort to explore how retired blade materials could be...
by Jessica Watson | May 19, 2026 | Environment, Wayne County, Your Neighborhood
When safety concerns arise, quick coordination and decisive action can make all the difference, especially in highly sensitive environments like an airport. Last week, Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) contacted DTE after noticing an osprey beginning to build a nest...
