Texas Utilities Face a New Energy Reality
The Texas Backup Power Package Program provides a powerful opportunity for municipalities and utilities to secure funding for resilient energy systems that keep essential services running when the grid fails.
Extreme weather events, grid instability, and rising energy demand are forcing Texas cities and utilities to rethink how they protect critical infrastructure. From water treatment plants to emergency response facilities, reliable backup power is no longer optional, it’s essential.
However, while funding is available, navigating the program correctly is where most cities struggle.
What Is the Texas Backup Power Package Program?
The Texas Backup Power Package Program (TBPPP) is a state-supported $1.8B initiative designed to help cities, utilities, and public entities deploy backup power solutions that strengthen energy resilience in Texas.
What the Program Supports
The Texas Backup Power Package focuses on funding backup power solutions that:
- Provide backup power for at least 48 hours to critical facilities
- Pair natural gas or propane generators with solar and battery (microgrid)
- Can provide 1 hour of peak demand from battery only
- Recharge the battery from solar power within 6 hours
Eligible critical facilities for Texas cities and utilities include:
- Water and wastewater plants
- Critical water facilities (pump stations, lift station, etc.)
- Police, fire, EMS, and dispatch centers
- Shelters, cooling/heating centers
- Communications/911 facilities
- A food bank or gathering place, including a public school, public library, town hall or municipal building, or house of worship which is identified as critical by the presiding officer of the governing body of a political subdivision.
These investments directly support energy infrastructure grants aimed at minimizing service disruptions during outages.
Why the Texas Backup Power Package Program Matters for Utilities
Energy Resilience Is Now a Funding Priority
State and utility energy programs increasingly prioritize resilience, not just efficiency. The Texas Backup Power Package Program aligns perfectly with that shift by addressing:
- Grid failure risks
- Emergency preparedness requirements
- Public health and safety continuity
Protect Critical Operations
Utilities rely on uninterrupted power for:
- Water treatment and pumping stations
- SCADA systems
- Emergency communications
- Wastewater processing
- Resident safety and security
Without proper backup power, outages can escalate into compliance violations and public health crises.
The ROI of Backup Power Funding for Texas Cities
Investing in backup power through backup power funding programs delivers measurable returns:
Financial Benefits
- Reduced emergency repair costs
- Lower insurance and risk exposure
- Avoided regulatory penalties
- Long-term operational savings
Operational Benefits
- Faster outage recovery
- Improved service reliability
- Enhanced public trust
- Stronger disaster readiness
When implemented strategically, the Texas Backup Power Package Program becomes more than funding, it becomes a resilience multiplier.
How to Qualify for the Texas Backup Power Package Program
Eligible Entities
Most applicants include:
- Municipal utilities
- Water and wastewater authorities
- Public works departments
- Local government entities
Typical Qualification Criteria
- Identification of critical facilities
- Demonstrated outage vulnerability
- Clear resilience objectives
- Defined scope for backup power systems
Understanding eligibility requirements early will significantly improve approval odds.
5 Steps to Apply for the Texas Backup Power Package Program
Step 1: Identify The Critical Energy Risks
Start by assessing which assets are most vulnerable during outages and define them as critical facilities.
Step 2: Define Your Backup Power Needs
Specify system type, capacity, runtime, and integration requirements.
Step 3: Align with Utility Energy Programs
Ensure your project meets state and utility-level funding objectives.
Step 4: Prepare Technical & Financial Documentation
This includes load analysis, cost estimates, and resilience outcomes.
Step 5: Submit and Manage the Application
Proper coordination ensures compliance, accuracy, and faster approvals.
How Holistic Utility Solutions Helps You Secure Funding
Navigating the Texas Backup Power Package Program requires more than filling out forms. It requires strategic alignment between funding rules, engineering realities, and long-term utility goals.
Holistic Utility Solutions specializes in:
- Backup power feasibility assessments
- Funding strategy and application support
- Energy resilience planning
- End-to-end project coordination and implementation
We don’t just help you apply. We help you maximize funding and long-term impact.
Book a Consultation for TBPPP Assistance
Let’s evaluate your eligibility, funding potential, and best-fit backup power strategy.
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