When it comes to serving communities, DTE and InfraSource take a holistic view.
Ann Arbor-based InfraSource helps DTE replace and install natural gas pipelines. They support DTE’s natural gas main replacement program, replacing miles of cast iron and steel lines with more durable modern plastic pipe to provide safer, more reliable natural gas service for customers.
This is where their meticulous focus on safety and building better communities starts.
“When we install gas or electric utilities, our commitment is to restore the area so seamlessly with our restoration team, it’s like we were never there,” said Stephanie Krabbe, PMP, Vice President of Operations at InfraSource.
The relationship between InfraSource and DTE began many years ago and has survived crucial challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic. The companies partnered to implement rigorous safety protocols to keep their employees and customers safe.
InfraSource is just one of more than 1,000 DTE suppliers based in Michigan. DTE has invested more than $24 billion with Michigan-based suppliers since 2010, creating or sustaining 92,000 Michigan jobs.
Beyond operations, the two companies focus on community involvement and workforce development.
“We’ve teamed up with DTE on several initiatives, like working to improve facilities for the Children’s Museum and contributing to Forgotten Harvest,” Krabbe explains.
One collaboration that stands out for Krabbe is the work with the Michigan Energy Workforce Development Consortium (MEWDC). This initiative is close to her heart as it drives industry knowledge and creates local job opportunities.
“We’re not just working in the community; we’re building it, providing opportunities for local residents and highlighting the energy sector as a promising career path,” she emphasizes.
Looking ahead, Krabbe is excited about the potential of joint career fairs and other initiatives to further enrich local lives.
“There’s so much untapped potential in energy. Together with DTE, we’re poised to shape a brighter, more sustainable future for Southeast Michigan,” she said.