Welcome to the Lansing Board of Water & Light's Carbon Neutrality Programs, where our comprehensive range of initiatives, from renewable energy projects to energy efficiency programs, reflects our dedication to creating a cleaner, more resilient Lansing.
Residential Programs
Programs for homeowners and renters.
Business Programs
Programs for commercial and small business owners.
Residential Programs
Hometown Energy Savers®
Appliance Recycling
Earn a rebate and prevent the release of harmful refrigerants when you let BWL recycle your old refrigerators, freezers, dehumidifiers and room air conditioners.
ENERGY STAR® Appliances
Purchase and install qualifying efficient appliances to save on upfront costs with rebates from BWL and save for years to come with reduced energy costs.
Heating and Cooling
Optimize your home's heating and cooling systems for efficiency with rebates for tune-ups and equipment upgrades, ensuring a comfortable living space while minimizing energy waste and lowering your bills.
Home Energy Visit
Our Home Energy Visit program is designed to assist households in improving energy efficiency and lowering utility bills through in-person assessments to identify cost saving opportunities.
Efficient Lighting
BWL buys down the cost of LED lighting options at participating retailers across the greater Lansing area.
Electrification Programs
BWL offers rebates for residents looking to reduce their carbon emissions by making the switch from fossil fuels to electrically powered equipment such as lawn tools, induction cooking and e-bikes.
Electric Vehicle Charging Program
BWL provides a rebate for residents who are installing their own level 2 charger equipment.
Peak Power Partner Demand Response Program
Residential electric customers who enroll a smart thermostat will simultaneously help manage energy consumption during times of high demand or grid stress and earn incentives.
Renewable Energy
Distributed Generation
Customers can receive payment for excess energy returned to BWL’s electric grid through the Distributed Generation Program and installing your own solar array.
GreenWise Renewable Power Program
Residential customers can encourage the growth of more utility-scale renewable energy and lower costs for all customers by subscribing to BWL’s GreenWise Renewable Power program.
Tax Credits
The federal government offers numerous tax incentives for many items that save energy, electrify a gas appliance or vehicle, or generate clean energy.
Interactive Home Energy Tools
Residential customers can find more tools including a lighting calculator, virtual home energy advisor and more.
Business Programs
Hometown Energy Savers®
Commercial & Industrial Incentives
BWL offers commercial customers an option for virtually any upgrade that can help your business save money and energy.
Small Business
BWL offers higher rebate amounts for some projects to help small businesses thrive while minimizing their environmental impact.
Multifamily
Own or manage a multifamily property? The Hometown Energy Savers® program can help you and your residents save energy.
Electric Forklifts
Looking to cut down on poor indoor air quality or reduce noise at your business? BWL now provides rebates for making the switch to an electric forklift from gas or propane.
Commercial Electric Vehicles, Fleet and Charging
Transition your commercial fleet to electric vehicles (EVs) to reduce emissions and operational costs.
Renewable Energy
Commercial Solar – Distributed Generation
Reduce your commodity charges and earn money at a market rate for the energy returned to BWL’s electric system by installing your own solar through the Distributed Generation program.
GreenWise Renewable Power Program
Businesses have the chance to buy into BWL’s renewable future by purchasing renewable energy credits through our GreenWise Renewable Power Program.
Tax Credits
The federal government offers numerous tax incentives for many items that save energy, electrify a gas appliance or vehicle, or generate clean energy.