Save 10% on Home Energy Improvements
The Holland Home Energy Retrofit Program (HER) is a financial incentive offered by the Holland Energy Fund to homeowners. The program assists homeowners in making comprehensive whole-house energy improvements to their homes to reduce energy use, increase comfort and lower utility bills. Qualified City of Holland homeowners who invest in increasing the energy efficiency of their homes are eligible to receive a 10% rebate grant from the Holland Energy Fund through the program.
Why Should I Participate?
Financial Rewards
Each qualified project is eligible for a 10% rebate grant.
Financing Options
There are several options for payment, including the Holland Energy Fund’s On-Bill Loan Program. The Residential Energy Advisor can help you decide the best option.
Covers Many Energy Efficiency Measures
HER works with any item listed in the Michigan Energy Measures Database (MEMD) and renewable energy upgrades for qualifying houses.
Lower Utility Bills
Efficiency upgrades will decrease your energy consumption and your utility bills.
Home Energy Assessment
The home energy assessment gives you an understanding of your home’s energy efficiency and provides a prescription for the necessary improvements.
Contractors are Authorized by Michigan Saves
Select your contractor from experienced, authorized professionals.
Support a Sustainable Environment
Making changes to your home now will help sustain our environment for the future, while increasing the comfort and value of your home.
Do I Qualify?
Three Simple Requirements
Homeowner
Be a homeowner in the City of Holland.
Plan
Schedule a whole-house energy assessment and implement an energy efficiency improvement plan using an authorized contractor and equipment from the Michigan Energy Measures Database (MEMD).
Spend
Spend at least $10,000 on MEMD improvements.
How Does it Work?
Four Simple Steps to Home Improvement
1. Get Answers
Meet the Residential Energy Advisor (REA) to learn about the Home Energy Retrofit Program and start the program application process.
2. Energy Assessment
Choose a Michigan Saves authorized contractor to complete an energy assessment.
3. Plan & Upgrade
Work with the contractor and REA to select improvements and choose a payment option. The contractor will complete the project and provide a test-out report.
4. Track Savings
The REA will monitor the homeowner’s utility bills over the next year and create a final Energy Use Intensity (EUI) score.
Start the Conversation
Ken Freestone
Residential Energy Advisor
(616) 355-1330
k.freestone@cityofholland.com
Contact
Holland Energy Fund
Holland City Hall
270 South River Avenue
Holland MI 49423