Climate Action Plan
Traverse City Light & Power’s Climate Action Plan explores how our community-owned electric utility can reduce greenhouse gas emissions while supporting a reliable, resilient electric system. It examines renewable power, energy efficiency, energy storage, and opportunities to help customers make informed energy choices.
TCLP is working toward 100% renewable energy usage by 2040, while continuing to prioritize reliable service, responsible financial planning, and long-term value for customers.
What the Climate Action Plan Covers
The report considers three connected areas: the electricity TCLP supplies, the utility’s own operations, and energy use in customers’ homes, businesses, and transportation.
Key recommendations include:
Renewable electricity: Transitioning the power supply toward renewable resources.
Energy efficiency: Helping customers reduce energy waste.
Electrification: Supporting efficient electric technologies for buildings and transportation.
Demand response and storage: Using flexible electricity demand and batteries to support the grid.
The report provides analysis and recommendations to guide planning. Current program requirements, incentives, and rates are available on TCLP’s individual program pages.
Explore the Full Climate Action Plan
Read the complete report for detailed analysis of energy use, power supply options, customer programs, and recommended actions.
Frequently Asked Questions
TCLP’s Climate Action Plan is a report that evaluates ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with the utility and the customers it serves. It recommends actions involving power supply, utility operations, buildings, and transportation.
TCLP is working toward 100% renewable energy usage by 2040. Its approach combines renewable energy investments with continued attention to reliable service and responsible financial planning.
Visit our Renewable Energy page to explore our renewable resources and reporting.
The 100% renewable energy target is a goal for 2040. For information about the electricity sources TCLP currently uses, visit our Electric Generation Sources page. Check the reporting date when reviewing percentages, because the energy mix changes over time.
Decarbonization means reducing carbon dioxide emissions associated with activities such as producing electricity, heating buildings, and powering vehicles. Examples include using renewable electricity, improving energy efficiency, and replacing fossil fuel equipment with suitable electric alternatives.
Energy efficiency means using less energy to accomplish the same task—for example, improving insulation or choosing efficient appliances. Electrification means replacing equipment powered by fuels such as gasoline, propane, or natural gas with electric equipment. A project can accomplish both, such as replacing an older heating system with an efficient electric heat pump.
Demand response means adjusting when or how much electricity is used to help manage demand on the electric system. Energy storage, such as a battery, holds energy for use later. Both can help balance electricity supply and customer demand.
Customers can explore TCLP’s Residential Incentives and Energy Coaching Program to learn about energy-saving improvements and available support. Review current eligibility requirements before purchasing equipment or starting a project.
TCLP provides information for customers interested in connecting their own electricity generation to the grid. Visit our Customer Generation page for current requirements and application information before moving forward with an installation.
Visit TCLP’s Renewable Energy page for renewable resources and reports, and the Electric Generation Sources page for information about the utility’s electricity supply.