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DTE Energy Company (NYSE: DTE) is a Detroit-based diversified energy company committed to the development and management of energy-related businesses and services across the United States. DTE's primary subsidiaries, DTE Electric and DTE Gas, serve over three million customers in Michigan, providing essential electric and gas services. DTE Electric caters to about 2.3 million customers in Southeastern Michigan, including Detroit, while DTE Gas serves around 1.3 million customers statewide.
The company has a workforce of more than 10,400 employees who are dedicated to maintaining and improving the reliability, safety, and affordability of energy services. DTE's operations extend beyond utility services, leveraging its expertise through non-utility businesses including energy marketing and trading, renewable natural gas facilities, and on-site industrial energy projects.
Recently, DTE Energy announced its third quarter earnings for 2023, with reported earnings of $332 million. Despite facing challenges like severe weather conditions, the company continues to focus on strategic investments aimed at enhancing grid reliability and transitioning to cleaner energy. DTE has committed to reducing CO2 emissions by 90% and methane emissions by 80% by 2040, aspiring to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
DTE's commitment to sustainability is evident through significant investments in infrastructure improvements. In 2023, the company invested a record $3.8 billion into its electric and natural gas infrastructure. This includes $3.1 billion by DTE Electric for generating cleaner energy and improving reliability, and $750 million by DTE Gas for upgrading main gas lines and other infrastructure enhancements.
Through its partnerships, such as with Motor City Electric, DTE continues to drive economic progress and community engagement. The company spent $2.7 billion with Michigan suppliers in 2023, creating over 12,000 jobs. DTE's dedication to local supplier diversity is reflected in its $988 million spend with diverse suppliers, fostering economic growth and stability in Michigan.
For investors and stakeholders, DTE Energy provides a transparent financial outlook, confirming its 2024 operating EPS guidance of $6.54 - $6.83. The company continues to prioritize investments in modernizing its electric system and meeting aggressive carbon reduction goals, ensuring long-term sustainable growth.
The DTE Energy Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.02 per share on its common stock. This dividend will be payable on October 15, 2024, to shareholders who are recorded by the close of business on September 16, 2024. This continues DTE Energy's long-standing tradition of paying cash dividends for over 100 years.
DTE Energy will build a 220-megawatt battery energy storage center at the retired Trenton Channel coal plant site, making it the largest in the Great Lakes region when completed in 2026. The project supports Michigan's MI Healthy Climate Plan and DTE's CleanVision Integrated Resource Plan. The center will store electricity during excess generation and distribute it as needed, reducing grid strain and supporting DTE's renewable energy initiatives.
The transformation is helped by $140 million in tax incentives from the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act. The center can power nearly 40,000 homes and aligns with DTE's net zero carbon goals. It will also bring additional tax revenue to the Trenton community for local projects.
DTE Energy has announced the expansion of its Energy Efficiency Academy to Grand Rapids, following a successful first year in Detroit. Participants in the program receive comprehensive training and job placement in electric, HVAC, insulation, and home performance trades. In its inaugural year, the Academy had a 94% certification pass rate and saw 75% of its graduates secure full-time employment with wages up to $30 per hour. The expansion aims to address the increasing demand for energy-efficient home repairs and build a sustainable local workforce. DTE’s initiative is in partnership with Walker-Miller Energy Services and reflects its commitment to energy equity and supporting underserved communities.
DTE Energy's Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $1.02 per share on its common stock, maintaining a tradition of over 100 years of issuing cash dividends.
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