At DTE Energy, we believe that climate change is one of the most pressing issues of our time. This is why we are making transformational investments to generate more energy from Michigan-made wind and solar and doing everything in our power to reduce carbon and greenhouse gas emissions as we look toward a net zero future. This is our CleanVision for Michigan.
DTE’s CleanVision means a healthier, brighter, cleaner future for all and we’re committed to getting there with you. This is why we’re also making it easy for our customers to reduce their impact on the environment by offering a wide variety of programs and products that can help create a cleaner tomorrow.
Here are just a few options that can help you balance your natural gas use, reduce your home’s electricity-based carbon footprint, lessen the cost if you want to make the shift to driving an electric vehicle and use energy more efficiently.
Natural Gas Balance
DTE’s CleanVision Natural Gas Balance program is an easy and affordable way to balance the environmental impact of natural gas use. For $4 – $16 a month, DTE Gas customers can balance 25% to 100% of the emissions created from natural gas use. The program combines the delivery of renewable natural gas (RNG) and the purchase of carbon offsets that protect Michigan forests in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. You can learn more about this program and sign up here.
MIGreenPower
DTE’s CleanVision MIGreenPower program enables you to attribute even more of your electricity use to renewable energy, in addition to the 15% you already receive as part of your energy mix. Joining MIGreenPower helps to accelerate the development of new wind and solar energy projects in Michigan. These projects bring more clean energy onto the grid, reducing emissions and creating a cleaner Michigan for everyone. Due to current market conditions, the energy and capacity credits MIGreenPower customers receive exceed the program’s subscription fee; this means you can enroll in MIGreenPower now at no additional cost to your monthly bill. Start supporting more Michigan-made renewable energy today by visiting www.migreenpower.com.
Rooftop solar and private generation
While DTE does not install rooftop solar or other private renewable energy generation systems for its customers, the company supports customers who want to take this step. DTE plays an important role in safely connecting these systems to the grid and can work with you and your installer through all steps of the interconnection process. Click here to learn more about connecting a private generation system.
Starting your electric vehicle journey
There’s never been a better time to start driving electric. We are assisting customers with their journey to driving electric vehicles (EV) through residential rebates on EVs, chargers and charger installation, electric pricing options, and an online EV Showroom. DTE also assists business customers by providing thousands of dollars in rebates and offers eFleet advisory services. EV resources can be found at dteenergy.com/ev.
Energy Efficiency Programs
Did you know that DTE offers free home energy consultations? This service can help you save energy and money. After a quick inspection, an energy specialist will install up to $425 worth of energy-efficient products for you – all for free. Click here to schedule your Home Energy Consultation.
Don’t have time for a home energy consultation? You can also explore our virtual, Energy Efficient Interactive Home where you can find room-by-room energy-savings tips, programs, smart products and rebates to help you reduce your energy use and save. You can also visit the DTE Marketplace, an online store that offers instant rebates on energy-efficient home products to reduce your energy costs and increase comfort. Visit the Marketplace.
Interested in learning how much energy you’re using and how to reduce your energy bill? Download the DTE Insight app. Pair the DTE Insight App with the DTE Energy Bridge for more real-time energy use and more control. Download today!
Wondering how much difference energy efficiency programs like this make? Since 2008, DTE’s energy efficiency programs have saved customers nearly $4.5 billion on their energy bills. DTE is proud of its robust suite of energy efficiency offerings and is the eighth-leading energy company in the nation for energy efficiency savings programs created to meet customer needs and interests for their homes and businesses.
Find even more ways to save energy, save money and reduce your carbon footprint here.