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DTE Energy proposes investment to improve reliability, modernize grid for the future and continue clean energy journey

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Wednesday, January 19, 2022
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In the proposal, DTE is committing 100% of the investments to improving its service, including modernizing infrastructure and producing cleaner energy.

Key Points: 
  • In the proposal, DTE is committing 100% of the investments to improving its service, including modernizing infrastructure and producing cleaner energy.
  • That bright future is within our reach if we invest in a modernized grid of the future powered by cleaner energy generation.
  • DTE Energy (NYSE: DTE ) is a Detroit-based diversified energy company involved in the development and management of energy-related businesses and services nationwide.
  • The DTE portfolio also includes non-utility businesses focused on industrial energy services, renewable natural gas, and energy marketing and trading.

Consumers Energy Provides $1 Million to Warm Michigan Households, Plus $3.5 Million for New Customer Program

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Thursday, January 6, 2022
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"Consumers Energy is committed to helping our friends and neighbors through this Michigan winter and all seasons," said Brian Rich, Consumers Energy's senior vice president and chief customer officer.

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  • "Consumers Energy is committed to helping our friends and neighbors through this Michigan winter and all seasons," said Brian Rich, Consumers Energy's senior vice president and chief customer officer.
  • The $1 million will be distributed equally by the United Way of Jackson County and TrueNorth Community Services, two Michigan nonprofits with long histories of helping Consumers Energy customers.
  • The $3.5 million contribution will establish a new pilot program for low-income households scheduled to start later this year.
  • Consumers Energy, Michigan's largest energy provider, is the principal subsidiary of CMS Energy (NYSE: CMS), providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state's 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties.

Connected Nation names four honorees to share the 2021 National Broadband Visionary Award

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Monday, December 13, 2021
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This prestigious national award recognizes those who demonstrate exceptional and innovative leadership in the application of broadband and related technologies.

Key Points: 
  • This prestigious national award recognizes those who demonstrate exceptional and innovative leadership in the application of broadband and related technologies.
  • "These organizations showed vision and forward-thinking by providing platforms for a national conversation on the Digital Divide that took place on November 17," said Tom Ferree, Chairman & CEO, Connected Nation.
  • Connected Nation is celebrating 20 years of service in 2021.
  • The Broadband Visionary Award has only been given out three times in its history.

DTE Energy receives approval from Michigan Public Service Commission to further modernize natural gas infrastructure

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Thursday, December 9, 2021
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DTE Gas contracted and stored natural gas earlier this year before the global run up in natural gas prices and is passing that savings directly to customers.

Key Points: 
  • DTE Gas contracted and stored natural gas earlier this year before the global run up in natural gas prices and is passing that savings directly to customers.
  • We know that continuing to modernize our natural gas infrastructure is critical to the delivery of safe and reliable natural gas.
  • This is reflected in national customer satisfaction surveys that report DTE gas customers are among the most satisfied with their natural gas service.
  • The DTE portfolio also includes non-utility businesses focused on industrial energy services, renewable natural gas, and energy marketing and trading.

Willie L. Phillips sworn-in as newest FERC Commissioner

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Friday, December 3, 2021
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Nominated by President Joe Biden, Phillips unanimous Senate confirmation to FERC on November 16, 2021, marks the first time a D.C. Commissioner was appointed to this position.

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  • Nominated by President Joe Biden, Phillips unanimous Senate confirmation to FERC on November 16, 2021, marks the first time a D.C. Commissioner was appointed to this position.
  • I am very proud of Willie L. Phillips and his swearing-in as a Commissioner on the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
  • I expect Commissioner Phillips to continue this with his appointment to FERC, stated Interim Chairman Emilie C. Thompson.
  • Commissioner Phillips brings a progressive vision anchored by his breadth of knowledge, experience, and skill to FERC.

Consumers Energy Announces Three Solar Projects to Lead Michigan's Clean Energy Transformation

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Thursday, November 18, 2021
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JACKSON, Mich., Nov. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Consumers Energy today announced agreements to add almost 400 megawatts of clean energy enough to power nearly 190,000 homes -- from three Michigan solar projects in southern central Michigan.

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  • JACKSON, Mich., Nov. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Consumers Energy today announced agreements to add almost 400 megawatts of clean energy enough to power nearly 190,000 homes -- from three Michigan solar projects in southern central Michigan.
  • "Our partners in these projects are helping us transform the energy landscape and create a cleaner energy future for generations to come."
  • The new solar projects, which would come online in 2023, include:
    The Washtenaw Solar Energy Project, a 150-megawatt project in development to be built by Invenergy before ownership would be transferred to Consumers Energy who will operate the facility near Ann Arbor.
  • Under its Clean Energy Plan, Consumers Energy has proposed adding 8,000 megawatts of utility-scale solar power by 2040, including 1,100 MW by 2024.

DTE Energy details $7 billion investment in a smarter and more reliable grid for Michiganders

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Thursday, November 4, 2021
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Much of our grid was designed and built more than a century ago, providing customers the energy required for a much simpler day-to-day life.

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  • Much of our grid was designed and built more than a century ago, providing customers the energy required for a much simpler day-to-day life.
  • The plan includes a multi-billion-dollar investment to combat power outages due to a global increase in storm frequency and strength.
  • DTE Energy (NYSE: DTE ) is a Detroit-based diversified energy company involved in the development and management of energy-related businesses and services nationwide.
  • The DTE portfolio also includes non-utility businesses focused on industrial energy services, renewable natural gas, and energy marketing and trading.

FirstEnergy Names Camilo Serna Vice President, Rates and Regulatory Affairs

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Thursday, October 28, 2021
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AKRON, Ohio, Oct. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) today announced that Camilo Serna has been named vice president, Rates and Regulatory Affairs, effective November 8.

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  • AKRON, Ohio, Oct. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) today announced that Camilo Serna has been named vice president, Rates and Regulatory Affairs, effective November 8.
  • Serna will be responsible for state and federal regulatory affairs, rate design and revenue requirements, as well as electric load research and forecasting.
  • "Camilo's rates and regulatory expertise will be a strong addition to FirstEnergy's leadership team," said Steven E. Strah, president and chief executive officer.
  • Serna most recently served as vice president of Regulatory Affairs for DTE Energy, where he developed and managed DTE Gas and DTE Electric's regulatory initiatives before the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) as well as the company's state and federal regulatory policy and strategy.

DTE Energy announces it will cease the use of coal at Belle River Power Plant by December 2028 – two years earlier than originally planned

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Wednesday, October 13, 2021
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DTE has retiredfourof its coal-fired facilities (Marysville,HarborBeach, ConnersCreek and River Rouge) andplans toretiretwo of its fourremaining coal plants St.Clair and Trenton Channelin2022, while also exploring other clean energy options for electricity generation.

Key Points: 
  • DTE has retiredfourof its coal-fired facilities (Marysville,HarborBeach, ConnersCreek and River Rouge) andplans toretiretwo of its fourremaining coal plants St.Clair and Trenton Channelin2022, while also exploring other clean energy options for electricity generation.
  • As the company invests in more renewable generation it will evaluate a conversion of the Belle River Power Plant to cleaner energy resources.
  • DTE Energy (NYSE: DTE) is a Detroit-based diversified energy company involved in the development and management of energy-related businesses and services nationwide.
  • The DTE portfolio includes energy businesses focused on power and industrial projects, renewable natural gas, and energy marketing and trading.

DTE Energy to help businesses electrify their fleets

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Tuesday, October 12, 2021
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In addition to providing education and charger rebates, eFleets delivers a variety of services that include a customized roadmap for customers to electrify their fleets.

Key Points: 
  • In addition to providing education and charger rebates, eFleets delivers a variety of services that include a customized roadmap for customers to electrify their fleets.
  • This service will help customers transition to EVs, which will allow them to gain fuel savings and establish greener fleets.
  • DTE Energy (NYSE: DTE )isa Detroit-based diversified energy company involved in the development and management of energy-related businesses and services nationwide.
  • The DTE portfolio includes energy businesses focused on power and industrial projects, renewable natural gas, and energy marketing and trading.As an environmental leader, DTE utility operations will reduce carbon dioxide and methane emissions by more than 80% by 2040 to produce cleaner energy while keeping it safe, reliable and affordable.