The Lansing Board of Water & Light recently announced the launch of its new electrification rebate program, which it said is aimed “at promoting sustainable practices and encouraging customers to adopt cleaner, electric home and business equipment options.”
Part of BWL’s Hometown Energy Savers®, this new program incentivizes BWL electric customers to transition to electric technologies that provide more energy efficient and environmentally friendly choices, the Michigan public power utility said.
Rebates will be offered on the following items for BWL electric customers:
- Electric Bikes, or “E-Bikes” (residential customers) – Promotes sustainable urban mobility and reduces traffic congestion which can reduce the consumption of gasoline and lowers local emissions.
- Induction Cooking Equipment (residential customers) – Encourages the transition from conventional gas stoves to energy-efficient electric alternatives. Induction cooktops offer faster cooking times, precise temperature control and better indoor air quality.
- Electric Forklifts (commercial customers) – Supports the commercial and industrial sector's transition to cleaner energy solutions by improving air quality in factories, warehouses and distribution centers.
- Electric Lawn Equipment (residential and commercial customers) – Uses cleaner and quieter alternatives to traditional gasoline-powered mowers, trimmers, chainsaws and blowers. Electric lawn equipment reduces noise pollution in neighborhoods and eliminates emissions associated with gasoline-powered counterparts.
“This program is just another way the BWL is committed to providing our customers cleaner, greener purchase options to reduce their carbon footprint,” said BWL General Manager Dick Peffley. “By providing financial incentives for electrification projects, we want to empower our customers to make environmentally conscious decisions that contribute to a cleaner and healthier Lansing.”
BWL said it is one of the first utilities in Michigan to offer rebates to customers looking to own their own e-bikes, and worked closely alongside League of Michigan Bicyclists to develop the program.
For more information, visit www.lbwl.com/energysavers.
