In another step of DTE Energy’s plan to deliver affordable, clean energy, they have announced the retirement of two more coal plants in Southeast Michigan.
The decision to retire the two facilities was accomplished without losing or laying-off any of their workforce. Workers employed at either of the two facilities affected will be trained for opportunities elsewhere in the company. The coal plants, located in Trenton and St. Clair had been in operation for nearly a century.
Under their CleanVision Integrated Resource Plan, DTE has the goal to have net zero carbon emissions by 2050, along with the development of more than 15,000 megawatts of wind and solar energy sources. Jerry Norcia, chairman and CEO of DTE Energy says, “These steps today will lead to a cleaner environment and energy future for Michigan families, communities, and businesses.”
Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell
