Green Power Program History & Stats

 

Established in 1999, MPE's Green Power Program (GPP) provides rebates for local renewable energy installations. These funds are made available by voluntary contributions from more than 1,400 MPE consumer-members (not funded through MPE's rate base). Want to make a difference locally? You can by helping support MPE's GPP. Program details are provided below. 

Contribution Form Rebate Application 2020 Program Expansion

2019 Program Stats

In 2019, the Green Power Program (GPP) received $33,384 in member contributions. The program rebated $41,564 to renewable energy systems (RES) installed within MPE's service area. Now in its 21st year, the GPP's local footprint continues to grow. Over the past 9 years, the GPP has awarded $280K to 140 local RES installations. 

How the Program Began

The GPP was established in 1999. Prior to January 1, 2011, all funds were used to purchase renewable energy credits outside of MPE’s service territory. Now these funds are rebated to local renewable energy installations.  MPE’s “keeping it local” Green Power Program vision has attracted more than 1,400 monthly contributors.  

Program Funding

Although some contribute $100 a month, anyone can support the program by contributing as little as $1 a month – a charge added to your monthly MPE bill. One-time and annual contributions are also accepted. To donate, simply select the contribution form button at the top of this page.

Rebate Award Levels

Residential & Business/Organization/Commercial: $1,000 (2 kW or larger system)
NOTE: limit of one rebate per consumer-member

Green Power Program Advisory Committee                 

More Information

Chris Michalowski, Power Use Advisor
email: cmichalowski@mpei.com        

2019 Rebate Recipients

  • Dale Beverly, Parshall, $1,384 – 3.8 kW PV system
  • Shawn Cole, Grand Lake, $2,000 – 14.4 kW PV system
  • Richard Detty, Grand Lake, $1,838 – 8.4 kW PV system
  • Oswald Forster, Tabernash, $2,000 - 10.2 kW PV system 
  • Rich Hagar, Hot Sulphur Springs, $1,180 – 1.8 kW PV system
  • Doyle Jenkins, Walden, $1,957 – 9.6 kW PV system
  • Lang Family LLC, Rand, $2,000 – 20.0 kW PV system
  • Kris Manguso, Kremmling, $1,682 – 6.8 kW PV system
  • Scott McNary, Tabernash, $2,000 - 10.1 kW PV system
  • Chris Michalowski, Granby, $1,387 – 3.4 kW PV system
  • Clark Newman, Grand Lake, $1,244 – 2.4 kW PV system
  • Catherine Pacocha, Fraser, $1,589 – 5.9 kW PV system
  • Mark Schwab, Tabernash, $1,536 – 5.4 kW PV system
  • Mollie Siebert, Tabernash, $1,366 – 3.7 kW PV system
  • Luke Simpson, Silverthorne, $2,000 – 11.0 kW PV system
  • Town of Walden, $8,000 – 74.9 kW PV system
  • Ted Warm, Tabernash, $1,414 – 4.2 kW PV system
  • Holly Welsh, Granby, $1,700 – 7.0 kW PV system
  • William Wheatley, Kremmling, $2,000 – 12.5 kW PV system