BWL
Rebate Program.
The Board of Water & Light offers commercial lighting rebates for businesses in their service territory. Leader Lights manages the entire process — from energy audit to rebate collection — so you can upgrade to LED with minimal cost and zero hassle.
40–75%
Energy savings
100%
Paperwork handled
2–4 wks
Typical timeline
Program Details
BWL Commercial Lighting Incentives
Custom Rebate Packages
BWL offers tailored incentive packages for commercial customers. Rebate amounts are calculated based on verified energy savings.
Full Paperwork Management
We handle all BWL application forms, pre-approvals, and post-installation documentation. You sign off — we do the rest.
All Commercial Facilities
Offices, retail, restaurants, warehouses, and industrial facilities within BWL's service territory all qualify.
Significant Cost Offset
BWL rebates can cover a substantial portion of your LED upgrade, dramatically reducing or eliminating your out-of-pocket cost.
How It Works
Your BWL Rebate Process
Free Energy Audit
We assess your facility and determine your BWL rebate eligibility and projected incentive amount.
Application & Approval
We prepare and file all BWL paperwork, securing pre-approval for your rebate before work begins.
Professional Install
Licensed electricians complete the LED retrofit using products that meet all BWL program specifications.
Rebate Applied
We handle post-install verification and collect the rebate, applying it directly to your project balance.
Eligible Upgrades
What BWL
Rebates Cover
BWL's program covers a wide range of commercial and industrial lighting upgrades. Here are the most common eligible projects.
Service Area
BWL Service Territory
"BWL" (Board of Water & Light) is a designation used by several Michigan municipal utilities. This page covers municipal BWL rebate programs outside of the Lansing area. If your business is in the greater Lansing area, visit our Lansing BWL rebate page instead.
How to check if you qualify
Municipal BWL Programs Service Cities
Cities we serve under Municipal BWL Programs
Click your city to see local project history, drive time from our Grand Rapids office, and city-specific FAQs.
Claim your BWL lighting rebate.
Schedule a free energy audit and find out how much BWL will contribute to your LED upgrade. Most businesses see 40–75% energy savings.