Here's How Michigan's Utility Regulator Wants DTE, Consumers to Improve Service

Here's how Michigan's utility regulator wants DTE, Consumers to improve service

The recommendations to the companies are based on the findings of an audit ordered by the Michigan Public Service Commission in 2022.

Consumers touts success of underground line pilot program

Michigan electric company launches pilot program to bury power lines

Michigan’s largest utility, Consumers Energy, says a pilot program to bury electric lines underground in areas with frequent, lengthy outages is going well. Consumers Vice President of Electric Operations Chris Laird says while record-breaking severe weather blew through the state this year, data shows that areas included in the 9-mile pilot experienced fewer outages and improved overall system reliability compared to overhead-line service areas…