City of Columbia Water and Light
Columbia, Missouri
Partner of the Year - Sustained Excellence - Energy Efficiency Program Delivery

The City of Columbia Water and Light (CWL) is a municipal utility in Missouri. CWL boosted first-year savings and increased access to Home Performance with ENERGY STAR® by loaning equipment to contractors and offering rebates up to $1,200 and low-interest loans up to $15,000 for homeowners installing efficiency upgrades. Key 2021 accomplishments include:
- Providing a Home Energy Score® to all homes participating in energy efficiency programs.
- Offering free energy assessments to homeowners receiving solar installations, allowing contractors an opportunity to share the energy benefits of Home Performance with ENERGY STAR.
- Delivering 400 energy and water efficiency kits to qualifying low-moderate income customers who had previously received assistance with utility bills. The kits included kitchen and bathroom aerators, low-flow showerheads, window insulation, and caulk.