by Aimee Ridella | Feb 18, 2020 | People
“There have been so many instances where our officers have purchased food, clothing, a cup of coffee and even transported those in need to shelters and warming centers. This is a true testament of our service to the community,” said Detroit Police chief James Craig...
by Sherri Kolade | Feb 11, 2020 | Our People, People
Bold pioneers. That is who DTE’s 2020 Trailblazers are. Three women of color making waves in non-traditional roles. For the past four years, during Black History Month, DTE Energy and its REACH (Respecting Ethnic and Cultural Heritage) employee resource...
by Amanda Passage | Jan 29, 2020 | Human Needs, People, Your Neighborhood
This year, our United Way campaign brought together more than 100 volunteers to raise a record $1.65 million for our most vulnerable customers. We accomplished incredible results that will go on to make a meaningful difference all year long. DTE’s dollars...
by Robin Runyan | Jan 24, 2020 | Energizing Youth, Our People, People, Volunteerism
When Anthony Watson moved to Detroit from Liberia in his teens, he had never seen a robot before. But getting involved with FIRST Robotics in high school changed the trajectory of his life. Now more than 20 years later, Watson is still giving back to FIRST and to his...
by Robin Runyan | Jan 8, 2020 | Education & Employment, Energizing Youth, People
This year’s theme for the 2020 FIRST Robotics Competition resonates with DTE—Infinite Recharge. Students will use innovative ideas to build robots that work in alliance with other teams to collect “power cells” to energize their “shield generator.” About 20 teams...
by Aimee Ridella | Jan 6, 2020 | Our People, People
For 102 years, there has been a Filgo at DTE Energy. Rich Filgo says that his wife, Debra Filgo is the last of their name at the company. Debra retires in February, thus retiring the Filgo name at DTE. It all began with Rich’s grandfather, who traveled the country as...
