Consumers Energy Delivers Over $1 Million in Rebates, Cost Savings for Grand Rapids Public Schools

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Consumers Energy has partnered with Grand Rapids Public Schools to implement energy efficiency programs across 39 district buildings, delivering over $1 million in rebates and cost savings. The initiative, completed over two years, will help avoid nearly 5.2 million kilowatt hours (kWh) of annual energy usage, translating to projected savings of over $500,000 per year on the district's energy bill.

Key projects include a $200,000 rebate for the Innovation High School campus renovation and approximately $30,000 for energy-efficient lighting updates at Alger Middle School. The improvements encompass electrical upgrades to lighting, cooling systems, and HVAC systems.

As Michigan's largest energy provider, Consumers Energy serves 6.8 million residents across 68 Lower Peninsula counties. The company's Clean Energy Plan, utilizing natural gas for baseload power generation, aims to create price stability and save approximately $600 million through 2040.

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• Implementation of energy efficiency programs will save the district over $500,000 annually
• Significant reduction of 5.2 million kWh in annual energy usage
• Clean Energy Plan projected to save $600 million through 2040

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Lighting projects, cooling system upgrades highlight energy efficiency efforts in 39 district buildings

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., April 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Consumers Energy is proud to partner with Grand Rapids Public Schools to empower one of the state's largest school districts to save money through Consumers Energy's energy efficiency programs.

Consumers Energy is helping the district avoid nearly 5.2 million future kilowatt hours (kWh) of energy usage annually, which equates to over $500,000 a year in projected savings on the district's energy bill. The savings were achieved over a two-year period through electrical upgrades of lighting, cooling system, and HVAC systems and other improvements at 39 district buildings.

Among the highlights of the work were a nearly $200,000 Consumers Energy rebate awarded to the district for new electrical equipment and other upgrades as part of the Innovation High School campus renovation, and nearly $30,000 for making energy efficient lighting updates at Alger Middle School.

"The money we're investing back to GRPS schools supports building operations and improvements to the district's learning environment," said Lauren Snyder, Consumers Energy's vice president of customer experience. "We are committed to doing our part to educate and empower the district through our energy efficiency programs to help all Michiganders save energy and save money."

"Partnering with Consumers Energy to reduce our energy usage helps us minimize our environmental impact and lower costs, allowing our district to invest more in our scholars, families, and staff," said Dr. Leadriane Roby, superintendent of schools for Grand Rapids Public Schools.

Consumers Energy provides customers with the power to reduce energy waste and lower bills through energy efficiency and demand response programs like the Smart Thermostat program, Home Energy Analysis, Appliance Recycling and Water Heater rebates. And in conjunction with the company's Clean Energy Plan, which uses natural gas as a fuel source to generate baseload power, Consumers Energy's plan creates price stability and will save about $600 million through 2040.

To find out what programs or rebates you may qualify for, visit consumersenergy.com/save.

Consumers Energy is Michigan's largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state's 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. We are committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy to our customers 24/7. 

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FAQ

How much will Grand Rapids Public Schools save annually from Consumers Energy's efficiency program?

The district will save over $500,000 annually on their energy bill through reduced energy consumption of 5.2 million kWh per year.

What type of energy efficiency improvements did Consumers Energy implement in GRPS buildings?

The improvements included electrical upgrades to lighting, cooling systems, and HVAC systems across 39 district buildings.

How much did Consumers Energy provide in rebates for the Innovation High School renovation?

Consumers Energy provided a $200,000 rebate for new electrical equipment and upgrades at the Innovation High School campus.

What are the projected savings from Consumers Energy's Clean Energy Plan through 2040?

The Clean Energy Plan, which uses natural gas for baseload power generation, is expected to save approximately $600 million through 2040.

How many Michigan residents does Consumers Energy serve?

Consumers Energy serves 6.8 million residents across all 68 Lower Peninsula counties in Michigan.