LONG-TERM DEBT

Debt Issuances

Through September 30, 2012, the Company issued the following long-term debt (in millions):



Company	Month	Type	Interest Rate		Maturity	Amount
Detroit Edison	June	Mortgage Bonds (a)	2.65	%	2022	$	250
Detroit Edison	June	Mortgage Bonds (a)	3.95	%	2042	250
						$	500

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(a)	Proceeds to be used for the early redemption of Detroit Edison long-term debt; for the repayment of short-term borrowings; and for general corporate purposes.

In October 2012, DTE Energy issued $200 million of 5.25% junior subordinated debentures due 2062. The proceeds were used to pay a portion of the purchase price for a portfolio of on-site energy projects; for the repayment of short-term borrowings; and for general corporate purposes. The Company has the right to defer interest payments on the debt securities. Should the Company exercise this right, it cannot declare or pay dividends on, or redeem, purchase or acquire, any of its capital stock during the deferral period. Any deferred interest payments will bear additional interest at the rate of 5.25% per year.

In October 2012, MichCon agreed to issue $70 million of 3.92%, 30-year mortgage bonds to a group of institutional investors in a private placement transaction. The bonds are expected to close and fund in December 2012. Proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes.

Debt Retirements and Redemptions

Through September 30, 2012, the following debt was retired, through payment at maturity (in millions):



Company	Month	Type	Interest Rate		Maturity	Amount
MichCon	May	Secured Medium Term Notes	7.06	%	2012	$	40
Detroit Edison	July	Senior Notes	5.20	%	2012	225
						$	265