DTE is accelerating its work to create the grid of the future that will deliver the reliable energy that customers demand and deserve. The company is investing more than $1.5 billion annually to improve reliability by adding technology, strengthening electric equipment, and trimming trees. These improvements will allow the grid to better withstand extreme weather events, and as a result, help reduce the frequency and duration of power outages.
DTE is improving reliability by:
- Deploying technology and transitioning to a smart grid.
- Upgrading existing infrastructure with equipment like stronger poles and fiberglass crossarms to better withstand extreme weather.
- Rebuilding significant portions of the grid.
- Continuing to trim trees around equipment and power lines. Trees falling and damaging DTE’s equipment accounts for 50% of the time customers are without power.
Between 2023 and 2024, customers experienced a 70% improvement in time spent without power for three key reasons: these increased investments in the electric grid, faster restoration when outages do occur, and less extreme weather in 2024 compared to 2023.
In addition, the company recognizes that there are many customers struggling to meet their basic needs, so it is committed to keeping bills as low as possible and providing resources for the most vulnerable customers.
In the last five years, DTE has connected customers to more than $700 million in financial aid and donated over $50 million to nonprofit partners who provide energy assistance to Michigan residents. DTE’s team works closely with agency partners to find new approaches to quickly support customers in need to help reduce their energy bills. The company is also championing legislation that will increase funding and expand eligibility for bill assistance programs, connecting even more Michiganders to additional support.
For those struggling with energy bills, the sooner you reach out, the better DTE can help. Visit dteenergy.com/help or call 800-477-4747 to get started.
DTE will also continue to support affordability through energy efficiency programs that enable all customers to save energy and money. Customers can find tools, resources, and tips to lower their energy bill at dteenergy.com/saveenergy.
In fact, DTE has invested over $1.1 billion in energy efficiency efforts over the last five years for their customers and the company’s efforts have earned it a Top 5 Utility ranking by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) for its programing, leadership in energy equity and dedication to designing programs that support underserved communities.
DTE is committed to building a smart, resilient grid that will provide Michigan with more reliable energy for customers.
To learn more about DTE’s efforts to keep energy affordable and reliable, visit dteenergy.com/future.