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MEMBERS: GARFIELD COUNTY | TOWN OF PARACHUTE | TOWN OF RIFLE | TOWN OF SILT | TOWN OF NEW CASTLE | CITY OF GLENWOOD SPRINGS | TOWN OF CARBONDALE | COLORADO MOUNTAIN COLLEGE | ROARING FORK TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY | HOLY CROSS ENERGY | GARFIELD COUNTY LIBRARIES
PROGRAMS & SERVICES: CLEER (CLEAN ENERGY ECONOMY FOR THE REGION)
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The future of heating and cooling is underground
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In our latest column for the Post Independent, we explain how thermal energy networks and ground-source heat pumps are among the most energy efficient technologies available today.
By tapping into the stable temperature of the earth just below the surface, they can achieve efficiencies of 400–700%, meaning one unit of electricity delivers four to seven units of energy out. Compare that to the most efficient gas boiler at 97% efficiency, and you can see the potential for energy savings. As more communities look to modernize heating and cooling infrastructure, thermal energy networks can turn waste heat into shared value.
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Freedom on two wheels: Garfield County residents embrace clean transportation through e-bikes
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When Brian Colley thinks about his new electric bike, one word comes to mind: independence. Whether he’s biking to work or taking a trip to sketch around Glenwood Springs during his free time, he can get where he wants without the hassle of a car. “I feel fancy when riding,” admits Colley. “I feel very fortunate to have it. I’m thankful.”
Colley is thankful because his e-bike came to him courtesy of E-BikeThere Garfield County. Funded by the Community Access to Electric Bicycles Grant Program with matching support from Garfield Clean Energy, E-BikeThere provided heavily discounted e-bikes to 50 income-qualified residents from across the county, representing a diversity of hometowns, ages, and genders.
“The speed I once had is restored with the zip of this electric bike,” said another participant. “It feels like being a kid again.”
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Last chance to apply for ReEnergize Garfield County
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Want a more efficient home and lower energy bills? ReEnergize Garfield County makes it easy. Qualifying residents receive:
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A free home energy assessment
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Up to $500 in energy-saving upgrades installed
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One-on-one coaching for additional ways to save
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Glenwood Springs customers receive water-smart rebates
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If your water is provided by the City of Glenwood Springs, you can receive rebates to help reduce the cost upgrades and purchases such as:
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Replacement of irrigated turf with water-smart landscaping
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Faucets, showerheads and toilets
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Clothes washers and dishwashers
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Sprinkler system equipment
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Two Rivers Connect launches October programming and prizes
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The Two Rivers Connect October campaign is live! Log your bike, walk, bus, carpool, or remote work trips in the Two Rivers Connect app all month to earn points and win prizes like gift cards, sightseeing tickets, $150 to Ajax Tavern, and Aspen Snowmass lift tickets.
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IMPACT Accelerator grants open
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IMPACT Accelerator will provide a total of $50 million in grants to support local governments with policy adoption to bolster local resilience, reduce emissions, and improve air quality.
Contact the regional coordinator, CLEER, for application support.
Eligibility: Local governments (cities, counties, and cohorts led by cities/counties) and Tribal governments.
Deadline: Oct. 1 through Nov. 17
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Upgrade your fleet to e-cargo bikes
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The Community Access Enterprise , in partnership with the Colorado Energy Office, is running a grant program for up to $25,000 for projects that replace commercial or fleet vehicles with electric cargo bikes.
Eligible programs include commercial delivery, public shared e-cargo bikes, gig economy delivery, and e-cargo bike fleets
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Third Street Center,
Suites 7 & 17
520 South Third Street
Carbondale, CO 81623
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