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About our Electric Department

The ZBPW’s electric distribution system consists of approximately 147 miles of primary line to service its 6,800 customer accounts, and has annual sales exceeding 390,000 megawatt-hours.

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The Benefits of Public Power

Zeeland BPW is powered by our incredible community which comes with heapings of benefits including:

  • Low electric rates
  • High reliability
  • Dedicated local service
  • Community focused initiatives
  • Economic development
  • Local decision-making

Recent News

Zeeland BPW Adds 2.9 MW to its Renewable Energy Portfolio

Apr 08, 2025 The Zeeland Board of Public Works (BPW), through partnership with the Michigan Public Power Agency (MPPA), has added 2.9 MW to its sustainable energy portfolio, enough to power about 700 homes annually. This increase comes as Brandt Woods Solar, a solar array in Calhoun County, entered into commerci... READ MORE

Zeeland BPW Recognized for Excellence in Reliability and Safety

Apr 02, 2025 At Zeeland Board of Public Works (BPW), we are honored to receive both the Excellence in Reliability Award and the Safety Award of Excellence from the American Public Power Association (APPA). These awards highlight our commitment to delivering safe, reliable, and high-quality electric service to th... READ MORE

Holiday Power Dollars Are Back

Dec 03, 2024 We're excited to announce that our annual Holiday Power Dollars Program is back for the 2024 holiday season! This tradition, which began over 30 years ago to encourage homeowners to decorate the exterior of their homes, continues to bring joy to our community each year. “The Holiday Power Dolla... READ MORE

Weatherize Your Zeeland Home

Nov 13, 2024 As colder weather settles into Zeeland, it’s the perfect time to think about energy efficiency in our homes. Older houses, while full of charm, can be vulnerable to heat loss and higher energy costs during the winter months. Zeeland Board of Public Works is committed to helping residents stay warm... READ MORE

2024 American Public Power Assosication Award Winners

Nov 04, 2024 Zeeland BPW is proud to announce its recognition by the American Public Power Association (APPA) with two significant honors, underscoring its ongoing commitment to customer service and energy efficiency. Zeeland BPW was awarded the Silver Customer Service Excellence Award and received the esteemed ... READ MORE

Public Power Week in Zeeland

Oct 11, 2024 As we wrap up Public Power Week 2024, we are in awe of our community. We celebrated this week, along with 2,000 other community-powered, not-for-profit electric utilities that collectively provide electricity to 49 million Americans. To learn more about the benefits of being a public power utility, ... READ MORE

Maximize Your Home’s Energy Efficiency with a Free Virtual Assessment

Aug 08, 2024 At Zeeland BPW, we’re committed to helping our community save energy and reduce costs. We’re excited to partner with MI Energy Smart to offer our customers a free virtual home assessment. This convenient service is designed to help you make your home as energy-efficient as possible—without eve... READ MORE

Zeeland BPW Embraces “Learning For Life” with Students

Jun 13, 2024 Zeeland Board of Public Works (BPW) team members, Bob Mulder, Electric Power Supply & Market Operations Manager, and Brian Coots, Electric Transmission & Distribution Manager, visited a group of enthusiastic 3rd graders to share their expertise at the end of the 2023/24 school year. The lear... READ MORE

Zeeland BPW Launches Thriving Together Community Survey

Feb 19, 2024 ZEELAND BPW LAUNCHES “THRIVING TOGETHER COMMUNITY SURVEY” Zeeland, Michigan – Zeeland Board of Public Works (Zeeland BPW) is excited to announce the launch of the "Thriving Together Community Survey," aimed at gaining valuable insights from the community to further enhance services and shap... READ MORE

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