In 2024, DTE Energy made a commitment to customers to reduce power outages by 30% and to cut outage duration time in half by the end of 2029. To improve reliability and meet this goal, DTE is upgrading existing equipment throughout southeast Michigan.
This week, DTE crews were at the corner of Broadway Street and Smith Court in Lake Orion installed a new underground transformer as part of its plan to upgrade both underground and overhead equipment in the area. Equipment upgrades like these will help improve reliability for area residents, especially during severe weather.
DTE is laser focused on building a smarter, stronger and more resilient grid so it can provide customers with the reliable power they demand and deserve. This is why DTE is upgrading existing equipment throughout southeast Michigan. In 2024, DTE field crews inspected and made upgrades along more than 850 miles of electric lines (longer than the distance between New York City and Chicago) and replaced nearly 3,400 poles. In 2025, DTE plans to make upgrades along 950 miles of electric lines and replace 5,500 poles.
This upgrading work is part of DTE’s plan to build the grid of the future. That plan, now well underway, also includes transitioning to a smart grid, rebuilding significant portions of the grid and trimming trees.
To stay informed about ongoing projects you can explore DTE Energy’s Power Improvements Map or visit empoweringmichigan.com.