- Climate change impacts in Michigan
- Accelerating challenge of providing reliable, cleaner, and affordable energy
- Impending retirements and skilled trades gaps in the workforce
- Maintaining customer affordability while investing in clean energy
- Managing risks associated with environmental and social initiatives
DTE Energy
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, DTE Energy disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 24.5M tCO2e (2023). By scope: Scope 1: 21.0M tCO2e (2023); Scope 2: 115.0K tCO2e (2023); Scope 3: 4.3M tCO2e (2023). Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
24.5M tCO2e (2023)
2023
Water Usage
757.6K MG (2023)
2023
Waste
798.3K tons (2023)
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 21.0M tCO2e (2023) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 115.0K tCO2e (2023) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 4.3M tCO2e (2023) |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 24.5M tCO2e (2023) |
| 2021 | 29.5M MT CO2e (Owned and Purchased Generation) |
| 2018 | 32.9 million tons CO2e (2018) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced CO2 emissions by 45% from a 2005 baseline in 2023 (exceeded 2023 goal of 32%)
- Reduced emissions of sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, mercury, and particulate matter by more than 80% since 2005
- Reduced surface water withdrawals for power generation by 44% since 2005
- Recycled 100% of gypsum produced at power plants in 2023
- Invested $4 billion in renewable energy infrastructure since 2009, with plans to invest an additional $5.5 billion by 2026
- Added 225 megawatts of wind generation capacity in 2023 with Meridian Wind Park
- Have 20 wind parks and 33 solar parks generating enough clean energy to power more than 750,000 homes
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce water withdrawal by 40% (from 2005 baseline) in 2023, 65% by 2028, 90% by 2032
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce CO2 emissions 65% by 2028, 85% by 2032
- Achieve 50% renewable energy by 2030, 60% by 2035
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero carbon emissions by 2050 for both electric and gas utilities
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeCustomer AffordabilityHuman Capital ManagementDiversity, Equity, and InclusionSupply Chain ManagementBoard and Employee EthicsRisk GovernanceCybersecurity