by Lauren Sarnacki | Jan 29, 2024 | Planet, Your Neighborhood
Marvin Walker was raised in a house with 20 people, watching his parents try to provide for everyone and ultimately becoming homeless. He wanted to make sure no one else has to go through what he did, so in August of 2022, Marvin founded Elite Focus Community...
by Lauren Sarnacki | Dec 12, 2023 | Planet, Your Power
As DTE works toward a cleaner, more sustainable future for all Michiganders, we’re proud to offer a variety of options so our customers can join us in reducing our environmental impact. That includes MIGreenPower, DTE’s voluntary renewable energy program that enables...
by Lauren Sarnacki | Nov 3, 2023 | Planet, Your Power
MYTH: Solar panels contain harmful chemicals, have toxic runoff and poison the soil. FACT: Solar panels are not toxic and do not pose risks to the surrounding environment during operations or during removal and disposal. The primary material in the solar panels used...
by Lauren Sarnacki | Nov 2, 2023 | Planet, Your Power
Q: How do solar panels generate energy? A: Solar panels are comprised of many solar photovoltaic, or PV cells. PV cells can produce an electric current when exposed to light. When the sun shines onto a solar panel, energy from the sunlight is absorbed by these PV...
by Lauren Sarnacki | Oct 19, 2023 | Planet, Your Neighborhood
Every year, our teams are proud to support county fairs across Michigan and engage with the communities where we live and serve. In particular, our renewable energy team members are thrilled to use these opportunities to educate on the benefits of renewable energy,...
