In Eagle County, residential and commercial building energy consumption makes up nearly half of all CO2 emissions. The CAC is working to electrify and improve the energy efficiency of existing buildings, while supporting net zero, all-electric new construction. You can help us with this momentous effort by improving the energy efficiency of your home and transitioning your energy systems from fossil fuels to electric.
From the 2020 Climate Action Plan Update
Sustainable business trainings, resources, and certifications are available through the Actively Green Program at Walking Mountains.
Energy audits and walk throughs are available through Energy Smart Colorado and Walking Mountains.
Getting an energy assessment is the first step to determining how to make your home or building more sustainable.
Rebates are available to make energy efficiency upgrades more affordable for your home and business.
Benchmarking energy use of buildings is the first step to understanding and improving building energy performance and reducing emissions. The State of Colorado requires all buildings 50,000 square feet or larger to benchmark their energy use. Click the links below to learn more.
The State of Colorado has a minimum energy code requirement for all jurisdictions within the state. See the link below for more information and resources on how to support compliance and building code updates.
