Did you know that the City offers an on-bill financing program for home energy efficiency upgrades as well as solar and battery systems?
Epic Home Loans offers attractive rates to help you complete your upgrades!
What does it mean to "Go Electric"?#
Electrification ('going electric') means switching our systems and equipment to run on electricity instead of fuels like natural gas or propane. As a city, we are working to shift from generating electricity from these fuels to generating electricity from renewable sources (like solar and wind). By going electric, you are participating in an energy shift that will be cleaner and better for our environment. As we all continue working toward carbon neutrality in Fort Collins, going electric now helps us prepare for a better future.
Why should you "Go Electric"?#
Begin your electrification journey with free energy advising!#
BEFORE buying your new equipment, sign up for our free energy advising through our Epic Homes Program, that partners with Efficiency Works. This will ensure you pick the right items for your unique home and electrification needs.
The advisor will help guide you through various rebate options.
Please note after speaking with an energy advisor there is no obligation to complete any improvements.
Below are six high-impact, energy-efficient steps to consider on your electrification journey#
| Step | Description | City Rebates |
| 1. Smart thermostat |
Smart thermostats help you adjust the temperature in your home throughout the day to optimize comfort and energy savings.* |
Purchase a smart thermostat through the Efficiency Works Store to get an instant rebate or apply here for a post-purchase rebate. |
| 2. Heat pump water heater | An ENERGY STAR certified heat pump water heater uses 70% less energy than standard water heaters, saving over $5,600 over its lifetime. | Rebates are available through Efficiency Works. |
| 3. Air sealing & insulation |
The average size of combined air leaks in a Fort Collins home is about the same size as three basketballs! Sealing these holes and making sure you have good insulation, especially in your attic, is crucial for energy & cost savings. |
Rebates are available through Efficiency Works.** |
| 4. ENERGY STAR certified windows |
ENERGY STAR certified windows help reduce cold drafts in the winter and help reflect solar heat in the summer. Weather stripping is a great option, too! |
Rebates are available through Efficiency Works.** |
| 5. Heat pump |
Heat Pumps are super-efficient: they can heat AND cool a home! The average U.S. home spends over half their annual energy bill on heating and cooling. That is more than $900 a year! an ENERGY STAR certified heat pump can save you energy and money all year-round. |
Rebates are available through Efficiency Works.** |
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6. Assess your panel and service, prepare for an EV |
Make sure your home is electric ready! Consult an electrician to assess your home and ensure your electric panel can accommodate additional electric loads.*** |
Efficiency Works offers a $500 rebate for a 200-amp panel rebate to support eligible upgrades. Learn more about EVs and EV incentives from the City and Efficiency Works. |
*If you have a heat pump, please contact your HVAC contractor for best settings for your equipment.
***For more information on panel and service upgrades, please reference the FAQ tab at the top of the page.
Electrification Contributes to Community Climate Goals#
The City of Fort Collins is committed to improving our community by working to create a carbon neutral, zero waste, and 100% renewable electricity future. To achieve this, the Our Climate Future (OCF) community plan has three goals:
- Reduce 2030 greenhouse gas emissions by 80% below 2005 baseline levels;
- Provide 100% renewable electricity by 2030 with grid and local sources; and
- Achieve zero waste, or 100% landfill diversion, by 2030.
The energy use in our homes and businesses account for more than two-thirds of our community emissions. By completing an Epic Homes upgrade and going electric, you can help contribute to OCF's vision for "Efficient, Emissions Free Buildings".
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Electrification Benefits#
Reduce Your Heating Costs
If your home and water are currently heated with propane or electric resistance (electric baseboard heating or a standard electric water heater), switching to an efficient electric heat pump or heat pump water heater will reduce your annual heating costs.
Gain Functionality
Heat pumps cool the air in the summer and warm the air in the winter. If your home doesn’t have air conditioning, adding a heat pump system will add air conditioning and improve your comfort during the summer months.
Reinvest in Community
As a community-owned utility, any revenues generated from your bill stay in Fort Collins. Not-for-profit operations ensure customer payments are reinvested directly in Utilities and programs that help us reach our community climate goals.
Did You Know?
Choosing fans before air conditioning, especially during on-peak hours, can save money.
The watersheds where our water comes from drain snowmelt and rainfall to the Cache la Poudre and Big Thompson rivers and Horsetooth Reservoir.
Using a microwave oven for warming, reheating or cooking food uses less energy than an electric oven.