Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Contact: Hannah Duell, Communications Specialist, (231) 932-4544, hduell@tclp.org
TRAVERSE CITY, MI — Traverse City Light and Power (TCLP) has earned a Smart Energy Provider (SEP) designation from the American Public Power Association for demonstrating a commitment to and proficiency in energy efficiency, distributed generation, and environmental initiatives that support the goal of providing safe, reliable, low-cost, and sustainable electric service. Erin Miller, Vice President of Programs and Sustainability at American Municipal Power, Inc., and Chair of the SEP Review Panel, presented the designations on October 28 in Louisville, Kentucky during APPA’s annual Customer Connections Conference.
The SEP designation, which lasts for three years (December 1, 2024, to November 30, 2027), recognizes public power utilities for demonstrating leading practices in four key disciplines: smart energy program structure; energy efficiency and distributed energy resources programs; environmental and sustainability initiatives; and customer experience. TCLP joins more than 100 public power utilities nationwide that hold the SEP designation. Of Michigan’s roughly 42 municipal utilities, TCLP is one of 8 to carry this designation.
“SEP-designated utilities have demonstrated their leadership in smart energy programs and services,” said Miller. “This designation celebrates utilities that are committed to serving their customers while taking the extra step to plan for the future. Communities served by utilities that have earned the SEP designation should be proud of their utility’s accomplishments.”
“We are honored to be recognized as a utility at the cutting edge of smart energy best practices,” said Daren Dixon, Traverse City Light and Power Operations Manager. “This SEP designation represents our dedication to offering programs that keep our power affordable, support energy efficiency in our community, reduce our environmental impact, and continue TCLP’s efforts to be best in class.”
The Traverse City Light and Power Board received the Smart Energy Provider Award from Executive Director Brandie Ekren during the Board meeting on October 8th.
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About Traverse City Light & Power
Serving the community since 1912, Traverse City Light & Power (TCLP) is a municipally owned utility serving Traverse City and its surrounding areas. Dedicated to reliability, sustainability, and innovation, TCLP provides energy and telecommunication services designed to meet the changing needs of its community. For more information, visit www.tclp.org.