Home Energy Education & Retrofit
Get valuable efficiency training, up to $300 in energy saving freebies and invest in your home with comprehensive energy efficiency upgrades through Holland’s Home Energy Retrofit Program.
Save as much as $6,000 on qualified projects totalling up to $30,000 to improve the efficiency and comfort of your house, condo or apartment.

Program Overview
The Holland Energy Fund Home Energy 101 and Rebate Program (HEF) is a City of Holland initiative that makes it easy for all homeowners, renters and landlords in Holland to reduce their energy use and utility bills while increasing the value of their homes. After completing the 60-90 minute at-home Home Energy 101 session, participants will receive FREE energy saving supplies in the mail that they can use to start saving energy.
Participants who complete Home Energy 101 may also apply for an HEF rebate to fund more in-depth energy efficiency projects.
Projects eligible for HEF’s 5-20% rebate program include*:
- Home Air Sealing (20% rebate)
- Insulation (20% rebate)
- Heat Pump HVAC (up to $4,000)
- Heat Pump Water Heater (up to $300)
- Full Home Energy Audit (10% of audit costs)
*Dollar amounts and percentages apply to eligible project costs. Residents should refer to the application to review the full terms and conditions.
Why Retrofit Your Home?
Improving the energy efficiency of your home not only helps keep your home cool in the summer and warm in the winter, it also lowers your energy bills and increases the overall value of your home for years to come. Our entire community benefits when each of our homes in the City of Holland use energy efficiently.
Improved Home Comfort
Sealing drafts and improving the insulation of your home also improves the comfort. Some homes may also experience improvements in indoor air quality.
Lower Utility Bills
Efficiency upgrades decrease your energy consumption and lower your utility bills. The free Home Energy 101 session will help you determine which measures may be most cost-effective for your specific home.
Free Energy Saving Supplies
Get up to $300 in free energy saving supplies such as caulk, door seals, water-saving shower heads by participating in our FREE Home Energy 101 session.
Financial Incentive
Each qualified project is eligible for a 5-20%* rebate. *Rate valid through June 30, 2023.
Financing Options
Environmental Sustainability
Reducing your energy consumption by improving your home’s efficiency reduces your environmental impact.
HoW It Works
Track Your Savings
Receive a final Energy Use Intensity (EUI) score compiled by the Holland Energy Fund team from your utility bills one year after your improvements are complete. Compare your final EUI score to the score you received during Home Energy 101 and see the savings for yourself.
Apply Now
Ready to Get Started?