The U.S. Department of Energy has unveiled a significant investment of $3.5 billion in power grid enhancements nationwide, with Michigan set to benefit substantially. Michigan will receive more than $122 million, with Consumers Energy securing $100 million and DTE Energy set to receive nearly $23 million.
These federal funds are allocated under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, aimed at bolstering the nation’s power infrastructure. Consumers Energy is planning to channel the resources into their reliability roadmap, involving the installation of additional poles, equipment, and advanced technology for quicker power outage detection in underserved communities.
DTE Energy will use the funds to build adaptive microgrids in Detroit and surrounding areas, to enhance grid flexibility and reliability. These microgrids will incorporate grid-sensing devices to improve the overall reliability of the power supply and reduce both the frequency and duration of power outages in the region.
Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell
