Using Energy Efficiently, Responsibly, And With The Future In Mind
Built for Efficiency, Supported By A Strong Utility Partnership
The Howell Data Center Project represents a smart, responsible approach to energy use. In Michigan’s regulated utility market, data centers like this one pay the full cost of connecting to and drawing from the grid, ensuring that local residents aren’t affected by their electricity needs. Because of this system, large energy users actually help stabilize rates and strengthen the grid by contributing to ongoing utility investments in reliability and modernization. With DTE’s existing capacity and a dedicated substation funded by the data center, power will be delivered efficiently and securely without straining local systems or raising costs for households and small businesses.
Why Are Data Centers in Michigan?
Because data centers use large amounts of energy, local electric utilities play a key role in how they are planned and supported within a community. Utilities help identify suitable locations, plan necessary infrastructure, and ensure reliable service. Most importantly, data centers pay the full cost of connecting to and powering their operations ensuring that local residents and small businesses are not responsible for those expenses.
Does DTE Have Enough Power For It?
Yes, DTE has ample power to support a data center. Michigan’s regulated electric utility market and state laws that encourage large data centers to locate here are designed to protect existing customers from potential rate impacts. Unlike deregulated markets in other states (where data centers have sometimes contributed to higher electric costs) Michigan’s framework includes key provisions that ensure fairness and stability. This creates a unique opportunity for communities to benefit from major investments like the Howell Data Center Project without negatively affecting local customers.
What Does This Do To Energy Rates?
DTE customers in Livingston County and across Southeast Michigan can actually benefit when large data centers locate within the utility’s service area. By joining the regulated customer base, energy-intensive users help spread fixed costs more broadly, which supports rate stability for everyone. In addition, data centers, particularly hyperscale facilities, become major contributors to the ongoing investments DTE is making to strengthen the electric grid and expand reliable, modern energy infrastructure across the region.
Letter Of Support From DTE On The Potential Howell Data Center
Our Future Backed By Data
What Supporting Would Mean For Our Future
Better Schools for Kids
The company is committed to supporting the foundation of the community, including local programs and initiatives that help families, students, and neighborhoods thrive. Through ongoing partnership and engagement, the goal is to strengthen opportunities that reflect the values and priorities of Livingston County — helping the community grow in ways that are both meaningful and lasting.
Stronger Services
Fire, police, and EMS will have more funding for staff, equipment, and training. That means faster response times and safer neighborhoods.
Lower Burden on Residents
This revenue replaces the need for future tax increases. It takes pressure off families while still funding critical services.
Better Internet and Infrastructure
Data centers rely on cutting-edge internet and power. It has been shown that data centers cause increased grid reliability and improvements to broadband infrastructure for the surrounding community. Faster, more reliable internet helps families, schools, and small businesses thrive.
Local Economy Boost
More jobs mean more business for local restaurants, shops, and trades, helping to build a stronger economy that encourages young families to stay and grow here. Each permanent job at the data center supports several additional on-site roles, creating steady employment and expanding opportunities right here in our community.
With A Long-Term Partner Who Will...
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Value Our Community As Much As Our Progress
Invest In People,
Not Just Projects
Build With Purpose, Care, And Commitment
The US Founded Fortune 100 Company You Can Trust
A U.S. founded and based Fortune 100 company will develop, own, and operate the new data center here in Livingston County. This project isn’t about generating profits. It’s about strengthening the backbone of the technology millions of Americans use every day. After consulting with partners who have worked with this group on similar developments, local property owners chose them not for the highest bid, but because they’ve proven themselves to be responsible, community-minded neighbors. With a focus on long-term growth, responsible development, and collaboration, this company is committed to becoming a valued member of Livingston County for decades to come.