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Improving natural gas service with “Pigs in a Pipeline”

Improving natural gas service with “Pigs in a Pipeline”

by David Akerly | Jun 1, 2025 | Ann Arbor, Detroit - District 6, Reliability Work Updates, Washtenaw County, Wayne County, Your Neighborhood

At DTE Energy, we use special tools called “pigs” to inspect our gas pipelines. These pigs are not animals; they are mechanical devices that help keep our pipelines clean and check for any issues.  Recently, our team used a high-tech “smart...
Building a smarter, more reliable grid in Madison Heights

Building a smarter, more reliable grid in Madison Heights

by Shawn Wichar | May 29, 2025 | Oakland County, Reliability Work Updates, Your Neighborhood

DTE Energy is committed to building a stronger, more reliable electric grid for our customers. As part of that commitment, the company is investing $20 million to upgrade the substation that delivers power to more than 12,000 homes and businesses in Madison Heights.  ...
From Carpentry to Clean Energy: Marzuq’s Hands-On Journey in DTE’s Energy Efficiency Academy

From Carpentry to Clean Energy: Marzuq’s Hands-On Journey in DTE’s Energy Efficiency Academy

by Dominique Hicks | May 28, 2025 | Empowering Detroit, Oakland County, Wayne County, Your Neighborhood

When Marzuq S. first heard about DTE Energy’s Energy Efficiency Academy, it wasn’t from a flyer or an ad—it was through family. A few of his relatives had jobs with DTE, and after seeing how those opportunities helped them build careers, he decided to explore it for...
Osprey nesting platforms protect power and birds

Osprey nesting platforms protect power and birds

by Kate Mitchell | May 27, 2025 | Monroe, Monroe County, Monroe County, Our People, Planet, Progress, Your Neighborhood, Your Power

Every spring, nesting birds are a welcome sign of coming warm weather. But in some cases, bird nests can be bad news. Osprey, a large bird of prey that feeds mostly on fish and lives near coastal areas, are picky when it comes to their nests. They love high spots near...
Reducing Your Carbon Footprint is A Breeze with MIGreenPower

Reducing Your Carbon Footprint is A Breeze with MIGreenPower

by Shannon Janeczek | May 20, 2025 | Energy Future, Oakland County, Planet

This article originally appeared in Energy Smarts for Michigan Business magazine spring issue, 2025. Photos supplied by Allied Printing.  Thirteen years ago, a southeastern Michigan wind park of 69 turbines quietly signaled a turning point in energy procurement. Since...
Washtenaw County: Help plant trees in your community!

Washtenaw County: Help plant trees in your community!

by Katherine Susko | May 20, 2025 | Your Neighborhood

Balancing your carbon footprint is easier than you might think with Natural Gas Balance, and enrolling this month gets you a bonus for your community.    Natural Gas Balance gives you the chance to balance up to 100% of an average home’s emissions from everyday...
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