Energy Savings for
Eagle County Residents
We’re here to help Eagle County residents lower energy use at every stage. Whether you're planning energy-efficient upgrades or need assistance with the costs of home improvements, we’ve got the support you need.
Eagle County communities are committed to reducing emissions by 25% by 2025, 50% by 2030, and 80% by 2050, compared to 2014 levels.
Reaching these goals will require the participation of every resident. Ready to make a difference? Get started on your electrification projects today.
Eagle County Residential Building Rebates
This funding breakdown is for Eagle County residents who do not live within the town of Basalt. If your property is within Basalt town limits, visit our general residential rebates page. Rebates are available for existing single-family homes or individual units in a multifamily building.
Residential Energy Efficiency Projects
- Rebates amount to 50% of the project cost up to $2,500
- Residents of Eagle County (outside of the town of Basalt)
- An energy assessment is required, free of charge
Residential Fuel Switching Projects
- Rebates amount to 50% of the project cost up to $7,500
- Residents of Eagle County (outside of the town of Basalt)
- An energy assessment is required, free of charge
Eagle County Commercial and Multifamily Building Rebates
This funding breakdown is for Eagle County residents who do not live within the town of Basalt. If your property is within Basalt town limits, visit our general commercial and multifamily rebates page. Rebates are available for existing buildings unless otherwise noted. Multifamily buildings are defined as complexes with four or more units in the building. Multifamily projects must be in the common area of the building and/or every unit of the building.
Commercial and Multifamily
Energy Efficiency Projects
- Rebates amount to 50% of the project cost up to $5,000
- Residents of Eagle County (outside of the town of Basalt)
Commercial and Multifamily
Fuel Switching Projects
- Rebates amount to 50% of the project cost up to $5,000
- Residents of Eagle County (outside of the town of Basalt)
Not sure where to start?
Not a problem; we're here to help! Contact our Energy Concierge at any stage of your building project. Find answers to other frequently asked questions about rebates on our FAQ webpage.
Looking for more funding?
In addition to receiving funding from CORE for energy-saving projects, you may be eligible for additional funding through Holy Cross Energy, the State of Colorado, or the federal Inflation Reduction Act. If you are a Holy Cross Energy customer, submit your request for rebates to CORE and Holy Cross in a single application for residential projects. Learn more about commercial and multifamily funding and detailed funding criteria.
The ReEnergize program in Eagle County provides no-cost energy efficiency upgrades for eligible residents. If your household earns up to 150% of the Area Median Income (AMI), you could qualify for these valuable improvements. Find out if you’re eligible!
Ready to apply for a rebate?
Fill out the residential or commercial and multifamily rebate application and our Energy Concierge team will contact you.
Eligible Energy Efficiency Projects
Space Heating
- Replacing electric baseboard heating with a heat pump
Control Systems
- Programmable thermostat
- Outdoor temperature reset
- Variable speed motor/pump
- Building management system
- Recommissioning
Insulation and Air Sealing
- Roofs
- Attics
- Walls
- Floors
- Crawlspaces
- Pipes
- Ducts
Design Assistance and Commissioning
Pre-approval is required
- Major renovations or new construction
- Energy modeling
- Engineering design peer review
Eligible Fuel Switching Projects
Space Heating, Water Heating, Snowmelt, and Ventilation
Replacing a fossil fuel system with:
- A heat pump for space heating, water heating, or snowmelt
- A heat-recovery or heat pump ventilation system
Design costs and electrical capacity upgrade costs associated with a completed heat pump project will be included in the project cost used to determine the rebate.
New Construction
Rebates can be requested once final construction design documents ("100% CD's") are provided.
- All-electric individual homes without natural gas lines, which use heat pump technology for space and water heating and heat recovery technology for fresh air ventilation
If the building code prohibits natural gas, then no rebates will be provided.
Custom Rebates
Custom rebates are considered for projects that do not fall within the other project types but produce significant energy savings.
Energy Spotlight:
English in Action - El Jebel
For nearly 20 years, English In Action has been operating in an aging 1,800-square-foot modular building. On May 1, 2024, thanks to the community's support, including a $40,000 grant from CORE, English In Action broke ground on a new 6,000-square-foot, brick-and-mortar, all-electric English In Action Center for Communications.
They plan to open their doors in 2025 to welcome their growing network of more than 400 learners, 300 volunteers, and 10 staff into a safe, welcoming, energy-efficient community learning and activity center.
Eligible Commercial or Multifamily Energy Efficiency Projects
Insulation and Air Sealing
- Roofs
- Attics
- Walls
- Floors
- Crawlspaces
- Pipes
- Ducts
Design Assistance and Commissioning
- Pre-approval is required
- Major renovations or new construction
- Energy modeling
- Engineering design peer review
- Commissioning when not required by code
Control Systems
- Programmable thermostat
- Outdoor temperature reset
- Demand controlled ventilation
- Variable speed motor/pump
- Building management system
- Recommissioning
Eligible Commercial or Multifamily Fuel Switching Projects
Space Heating, Water Heating, Snowmelt, and Ventilation
Replacing a fossil fuel system with:
- A heat pump for space heating, water heating, or snowmelt
- A heat-recovery or heat pump ventilation system
Design costs and electrical capacity upgrade costs associated with a completed heat pump project will be included in the project cost used to determine the rebate.
Custom Rebates
Custom rebates will be considered for projects that do not fall within the previous project types but produce significant energy savings.
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