DTE Energy to move up retirement of its coal-fired Monroe Power Plant by 3 years
July 12, 2023
Detroit-based DTE Energy Co. announced a clean energy plan Wednesday that includes moving up the retirement of its coal-fired Monroe Power Plant — one of the largest emitters of greenhouse gases in the United States — from 2035 to 2032, which the utility said will result in an 85% reduction in its carbon emissions nine years earlier than planned.
DTE said the plan, which will be submitted to Michigan Public Service Commission for approval Wednesday, accelerates investments in Michigan-made solar and wind energy, speeds up the retirement of coal plants and develops new energy storage, which can help deal with fluctuations in demand by allowing excess electricity to be saved for use during periods of higher demand.
