Section 50131 of the inflation reduction act (IRA) of 2022, assistance for latest and zero building energy code adoption

This federal Formula Grant award from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) under the Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Information Dissemination, Outreach, Training and Technical Analysis/Assistance program (CFDA 81.117) provides $12,201,485.50 in funding to the Colorado Energy Office (CEO) to support the adoption and implementation of eligible building energy codes by states, territories, and local governments.

The award, effective January 1, 2025 through December 30, 2027, will enable CEO to deliver a comprehensive range of activities including developing building performance standards, conducting workforce training programs, and providing technical assistance to promote the adoption of the latest and zero building energy codes. These efforts are designed to reduce energy consumption, lower greenhouse gas emissions, and advance sustainable infrastructure across Colorado.

Section 50131 of the IRA provides funding for certain activities in support of specified building energy codes (i.e., qualifying building energy codes). In alignment with section 50131, this FOA seeks to support the adoption and implementation of eligible codes by states, territories, and units of local government that have the authority to adopt building codes.