Denver ~ Denver - The Colorado Energy Office (CEO) has announced the first round of grant awards for the Large Building Decarbonization (LBD) Showcase Grant Program. These grants, totaling $7.2 million, will support 15 building owners in their efforts to reduce emissions and improve energy efficiency in large buildings across Colorado.

Governor Polis expressed his excitement for these grants, stating that they will not only help reduce pollution and protect the environment for future generations, but also save Coloradans money on energy bills. He emphasized the importance of investing in cost-effective and innovative technologies to meet climate goals.

The CEO Executive Director, Will Toor, also highlighted the significance of these grants in meeting the state's 2030 goal to reduce pollution from large commercial, multifamily, and public buildings by 20%. He stated that by modernizing infrastructure, these buildings can not only lower utility bills but also provide healthier indoor environments for their occupants.

The grant awards were prioritized based on technical merit, construction readiness, and potential for greenhouse gas emissions reductions. Additionally, up to 65% of project costs will be reimbursed for under-resourced buildings or those facing financial hardship. Out of the 15 awarded projects, 12 support under-resourced buildings such as affordable senior housing and essential healthcare centers.

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Some notable projects include Walnut Place in Boulder Housing Partners which will replace central boilers with electric heat pumps in senior housing to improve indoor air quality for low-income residents. The Town of Hayden's community center will also undergo a transformation with a zero-emission energy network, showcasing how rural coal-transition communities can lead in clean energy innovation. Intermountain Health's project will modernize a major hospital by replacing an outdated heating and cooling system with high-efficiency electric technology.

To ensure that these successes can be replicated across the state, CEO plans to publish case studies and step-by-step playbooks highlighting proven strategies and new technologies. The first round of grant awards includes 10 high-level planning projects and five major implementation retrofits.

CEO also anticipates launching at least one additional implementation funding round in the summer of 2026. For more information on eligibility and program updates, interested parties can visit the LBD Showcase Grant Program website. With these grants, Colorado is taking significant steps towards meeting its climate goals while also supporting building owners in reducing operating costs and improving energy efficiency.

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