$7.2 Million in Federal Climate Dollars to Fund Colorado Building Efficiency Projects

By Scott Weiser | The Denver Gazette

The Colorado Energy Office awarded $7.2 million Wednesday to help owners of large buildings across the state pursue high-impact projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions through improved energy efficiency and electrification.

The grants, drawn from federal Climate Pollution Reduction Grant funds authorized under the 2022 Biden administration’s Inflation Reduction Act and awarded to Colorado by the Environmental Protection Agency, support 15 projects through the Large Building Decarbonization Showcase Grant Program, CEO officials said. The awards go to building owners already meeting requirements under Building Performance Colorado standards and include five major implementation retrofits and 10 high-level planning efforts.

The grants advance the state’s goal of cutting pollution from large commercial, multifamily and public buildings by 20% by 2030. They also aim to lower operating costs for owners and improve indoor environments, the release said.

“I am excited to see how these grants reduce emissions from more buildings in Colorado, protecting our air and environment for generations to come,” Gov. Jared Polis said in the release. “By investing in cost-effective, innovative technologies, we are moving closer to meeting our climate goals and saving Coloradans money on energy bills. Helping Colorado buildings reduce pollution protects our air, strengthens businesses, and saves money on energy.”

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