FAQs

Am I eligible to use the BP Energy Center?

The following groups are eligible to use the BP Energy Center:

• Community-based nonprofits (501(c)3s)

• Education & educational support organizations

• Professional associations (501(c)6s)

• Faith-based organizations for community service and/or educational uses

• Social welfare organization (501(c)4s)

What are the hours of operation?

Our current hours are Monday through Thursday from 8:30 am to 8:00 pm and Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.

How do I get to the BP Energy Center?

The BP Energy Center is located at 1014 Energy Court, Anchorage, AK 99508. This address in Google Maps will direct you to the west parking lot entrance, located off Energy Court. A manicured path at the southeast corner of this parking lot will lead you to the main entrance of the BP Energy Center.

Where should I park?

Parking is available in our west parking lot, located off Energy Court. Park here and access the manicured path at the southeast corner of the parking lot, which leads to the main entrance of the facility.

For ADA access, a small parking lot is located further east on Energy Court, past the large, multi-colored preschool. The last right before the gate will be the employee and ADA parking lot. Follow the manicured path to the east ADA entrance.

For larger events, overflow parking is available across Energy Court at Benson Tower.

Where can I load meeting equipment or catering into the facility?

For delivery of event equipment or catering, coordinate with staff to access the service entry located adjacent to the employee and ADA parking lot at the east end of Energy Court.

Can I bring food to my event?

Yes. Whether it’s from one of the fine catering establishments in town, a curated selection of tasty treats from local restaurants and stores, or something from your kitchen, we want you to feel confident in hosting your event’s food needs. A Preferred Caterers List is available by contacting staff. Users taking advantage of our flexible food policy should communicate with staff about staging requirements prior to their event. We request that a credit card be held on file. A cleaning fee, should it be necessary, would be no greater than $150.

How do I reserve a room?

Making a reservation is quick and easy through our online reservation platform. First, click on the “Reservations” tab at the top of the Home page. From here, you can see what each of our five rooms looks like, including the setup of the tables, and it lists the maximum capacities. Clicking the “Booking Options” button lists the available equipment. Once you have chosen a room, click the “Book Now” button, which will direct you to the landing page of our scheduling platform. From here, you will choose a reservation length. Click the option that best suits your needs. Next, you will see the calendar of availability, where you will select a date and start time for your event. After filling out the reservation information, click the “Proceed to Payment” button.

Your reservation will now be verified for eligibility, and you will receive a confirmation email from the BP Energy Center when your reservation is accepted.

What if I need more than one room?

At the end of the reservation process for booking one room, you will be given an option to return to book another room. You can follow this link and repeat the process for an additional room or an additional day. Should you require further assistance in booking multi-day reservations, multi-room reservations, or need more than 6 months advance booking, please get in touch with us directly at 907-743-4270 or via email at bpec@alaskacf.org

What if I need to book more than one day?

At the end of the reservation process for booking one room, you will be given an option link to return to book another appointment. You can follow this link and repeat the process for an additional day. Should you require assistance in booking multi-day reservations, multi-room reservations, or need more than 6 months advance booking, please contact us directly at 907-743-4270 or via email at bpec@alaskacf.org

What if I need more than 6 months of lead time to plan?

In order to allow fair access to popular time slots reservations are limited to six months in advance. Should you require more than 6 months advance booking to plan your event, please contact us directly at 907-743-4270 or via email at bpec@alaskacf.org

What equipment is available in each room?

The equipment in each room varies and is given out on a first-come-first-served basis. To see a list of available equipment included with a room, please click the “Reservations” tab, then click the “Booking Options” button under the room you’ve selected.

Is there a fee to use the BP Energy Center?

Yes. The Birch Room has an hourly rate of $53, while all other rooms have a rate of $20 per hour.
Payment for your reservation is due 30 days before your event’s start date.
When making your reservation, if there are fewer than 30 days remaining before your event, payment is required at the time of the reservation.

If you would like to pay online, please follow the link provided in your reservation confirmation email to make a payment or make any necessary changes. If you prefer to receive an emailed invoice, please contact us by phone at 907-743-4270 or via email at bpec@alaskacf.org. 

How do I cancel my reservation?

You can cancel your reservation by following the link in your confirmation email, or you can contact us directly at 907-743-4270 or via email at bpec@alaskacf.org

A full refund requires a notice of one business day. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made less than five business days before the event.

Can I access the rooms before or after my reservation?

Rooms will be available to users at the scheduled time on their reservation. When planning a reservation, users of the facility should allow ample time for the check-in process (this could take between 10 and 20 minutes) and set up their event before attendees arrive. Users should also schedule time to return the room to its default state after the event is over. If more time is needed for this purpose outside of the BP Energy Center’s listed hours, users may reserve additional time the day before or the day after, if available, to accomplish these tasks. All users should prepare to enter and exit the building within business hours.

What is the BP Energy Center doing to ensure public health and safety?

BP Energy Center's management efforts include actively monitoring the ventilation system to ensure filters and systems are functioning properly. Filters are changed regularly as necessary. The building currently has a two-part filtration system. The pre-filter has an MERV 8 rating and is changed quarterly. The main bag filters are MERV 15 and are changed annually, or sometimes sooner, when the system indicates they may need to be replaced. Enhanced cleaning and janitorial services, along with additional pandemic cleaning protocols, have been implemented to support public health measures. The building features several hand sanitizer stations located throughout the facility to assist individuals in the sanitation process.