Holland Board of Public Works (HBPW) is forward-thinking and aims to strengthen the community as a local provider of reliable, efficient, and essential utility services.
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Holland Community Energy Plan Holland BPW and the City of Holland share a passion for the Community Energy Plan (CEP).
As the summer heat rises, so does the humidity in your home. To help you beat the heat and humidity, we are doubling our rebate amounts for ENERGY STAR dehumidifiers and AC Tune-Ups during the months of June and July.
Did you know purchasing an electric vehicle, powered by energy from Holland BPW, can significantly improve your environmental footprint?
Unlike traditional stovetops that use thermal conduction, induction cooktops operate by heating cookware with electromagnetic induction.
As a savvy local utility customer, you may have wondered about the environmental benefits of switching from natural gas appliances to electric appliances, especially if most of our local electricity comes from a natural gas power plant.
Between May 13 - May 31, Holland BPW residential electric customers who purchase one of the following appliances through Northgate Appliance will receive an instant rebate
that is double the typical BPW rebate amount:
Holland Board of Public Works has launched a new online solar calculator to help residential electric customers decide whether to go solar. Solar power is becoming increasingly popular as homeowners seek sustainable, cost-effective energy solutions.
The Holland Board of Public Works has launched a new online "EV Toolkit" — a trustworthy and comprehensive resource for all EV-related topics. It's a guide for anyone interested in purchasing an EV, with information on different models, charging options, environmental considerations, and potential costs and savings.
The three common classifications of water heaters are tank, tankless, and heat pump. Understanding the differences can help you choose the right water heater for your home.
Heat pumps transfer existing heat rather than generating it through burning fossil fuels like a furnace.
Demolition of Holland BPW’s retired James De Young (JDY) power plant is underway.
Did you know summer air conditioning is one of the largest energy demands in your home? But there are a few things you can do to reduce cooling costs, saving energy and money this summer.
According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), indoor air is often more polluted than outdoor air, and contains many harmful particles that cannot be seen with the naked eye.
Where Do We Get Power?
We Are Committed to Diversified Power Generation
Holland Board of Public Works offers a diverse energy portfolio, distributing energy from natural gas, coal, wind, biomass, and landfill gas. In fact, with our Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) over 15% of our power comes from sustainable energy sources. This diversity helps us to keep our rates consistent and competitive, sourcing our power from the most affordable option at any given time.
Electric heaters may not be the best answer to staying warm during the winter months. When an electric space heater is used in addition to a central heating system, it often cranks up energy bills.
Through a partnership with the Michigan Public Power Agency (MPPA), we have power purchase agreements for renewable energy from several large solar arrays in Michigan.
The services we provide are essential to the foundation of our community and you need to be able to count on them. How do we measure reliability? In the electric utility, we track performance using industry standards, such as SAIFI and SAIDI, which allow us to benchmark ourselves with other electric providers.