Buildings
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 the existing building stock, 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 away from fossil fuels.
Priority Actions
From the 2020 Climate Action Plan Update
- Beneficial Electrification for 5% of existing residential and commercial buildings each year.
- For new and remodeled residential and commercial buildings, adopt 'above building code' standards and incentives, and implement net-zero or all-electric construction requirements by 2030. Work toward consistency across jurisdictional boundaries in Eagle County.
- Implement a benchmarking ordinance in Eagle County for all commercial buildings 10,000 square feet or larger.
Resources
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 Science Center.
Energy Smart Contractors can assist in making your building as sustainable as possible!
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 above 50,000 square feet 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.