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Saline Residents Rally Against DTE Energy's Data Center Plan

12/5/2025

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Saline Township, Michigan residents opposed DTE Energy's proposed 1.4 gigawatt data center during a virtual public hearing.
Critics cited environmental impacts, higher energy costs, and concerns about an expedited approval process.
DTE Energy says new legislation will prevent rate increases for customers.
Environmental groups demand a full public review, arguing that transparency is essential for such a significant project.
The Michigan Public Service Commission will discuss the contracts on Friday.

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Saline Township, Michigan residents opposed DTE Energy's proposed 1.4 gigawatt data center during a virtual public hearing.
Critics cited environmental impacts, higher energy costs, and concerns about an expedited approval process.
DTE Energy says new legislation will prevent rate increases for customers.
Environmental groups demand a full public review, arguing that transparency is essential for such a significant project.
The Michigan Public Service Commission will discuss the contracts on Friday.