Bowling Green Municipal Utilities has earned a Smart Energy Provider 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.
The SEP designation, which lasts for three years – Dec. 1, 2026 – Nov. 30, 2029 – recognizes public power utilities for demonstrating leading practices in four disciplines: smart energy program structure; energy efficiency and distributed energy resources programs; environmental and sustainability initiatives; and customer experience. The city of Bowling Green joins more than 100 public power utilities nationwide that hold the SEP designation.
“SEP-designated utilities have demonstrated their leadership in smart energy programs and services,” Scott Lunch, chair of the SEP review panel said. “This designation celebrated 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 pleased to be recognized as a utility at the cutting edge of smart energy best practices,” said Brian O’Connell, director of public infrastructure/utilities at the city of Bowling Green. “This SEP designation represents our dedication to offering programs that keep our power affordable, support energy efficiency in our community, and reduce our environmental impact.”
