Celebrate Public Power Week with Us

Oct. 5-11, 2025

Like more than 2,000 utilities across the country, we are powered by a community-owned, not-for-profit public power utility. During Public Power Week, we celebrate the benefits of living in a public power community.

Coloring Contest

Join the fun and enter for a chance to win! Lower elementary-age students are invited to show off their creativity in our Public Power Week coloring contest. One winner will be chosen during the week of October 2nd. The winning masterpiece will be featured in Currents Magazine and will receive a generous gift card donated by MMEA. 

Both the coloring page and the entry form are required to enter the contest.

To enter, email the completed entry form and coloring page to Ashley Day at aday@hollandbpw.com. Scans and photographs of the coloring page are acceptable.

Coloring contest entries can also be dropped off at the Service Center. Simply bring the coloring page and form to any of the Customer Service Reps.

• For Grades 1-4
• Enter for a chance to win a $50 gift card prize!
• Entries are being accepted now through September 24
• pdf Download the coloring page(5.30 MB)
• pdf Download the entry form(955 KB)

Customer Appreciation Day 

Holland BPW customers are invited to join us for Customer Appreciation Day at the Service Center

• 625 Hastings Ave., Holland
• October 7, 2022, 10am – 5pm
• Complimentary giveaways
• Learn easy ways to save electricity and money!

Benefits of Community-Owned Utilities

• Low Rates - Your electricity rates from Holland BPW are among the lowest in Michigan.

• Highly Reliable - Holland BPW’s reliability ranks among the best in the nation, with recognition as Reliable Public Power Provider (RP3)

• When You Need Us, We Are Here - Customer service is responsive. Located here in town, we are staffed by professionals who care about your experience with us.

• Our Community Is Our Focus - What is best for our community is at the center of all our decisions.

• Economic Development - Holland BPW’s affordable rates and appealing reliability metrics are attractive to businesses that support our local workforce.

• Local Control – We are local people who live and work here too. We are accountable to you, our neighbors, family and friends. We welcome input from our community.

 Holland Energy Park Open House

Join us at Holland Energy Park on October 6th from 5-7pm for a FREE open house event to celebrate Public Power Week!

This family-friendly event will feature crafts and activity stations in our Holland Energy Park Visitor Center. Visitors will explore our Energy Alley exhibit space and learn about energy, electricity and Holland’s power plant.

Space inside the Visitor Center is limited. To register, please fill out our online registration form here.

Visitors are welcome to come any time beginning at 5pm with our last admittance at 6:30pm. Walk-ins will only be accepted if space allows so register today to guarantee your spot!

Visitors may park in the Visitor Parking lot which can be accessed from Fairbanks Ave OR by using the second exit of the traffic circle from our main entrance off of Chicago Dr. Overflow parking is available and located off of Fairbanks Ave and 7th St. Click here for directions.

Calling MISS DIG 811 before you dig protects you, your neighbors, and your contractors from damaged underground utility lines. No matter who completes the work, you are responsible for making sure that the underground utilities on your property are clearly marked.

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.

Holland BPW takes pride in serving our community with reliable and competitive electric services. We also are committed to providing our essential utility services in a socially, environmentally and financially responsible manner. The electric industry is intricate, and many different factors impact what is needed to carry out this mission in the present and the future.

Have a working fridge, mini-fridge, freezer, dehumidifier or window air conditioner gathering dust? Recycle your old appliance with Holland BPW and get a double rebate now through January 30.

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.