Federal Formula Grant Award Summary

The Department of Energy awarded the Colorado Energy Office $7,678,799 under the Weatherization Assistance for Low-Income Persons program (CFDA 81.042) for the period July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. This formula grant funds comprehensive whole-house energy efficiency retrofits for low-income households, with services including HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) repair or replacement, insulation and air sealing, lighting and appliance replacements, minor home repairs, and health and safety measures. The program prioritizes vulnerable populations including elderly persons, individuals with disabilities, families with children, high residential energy users, and households with elevated energy burdens.

Colorado Energy Office administers the funds and contracts with approximately 650 community-based organizations—including nonprofit organizations, local government units, and tribal entities—to deliver direct weatherization services to eligible low-income households. Beneficiary households typically achieve average annual energy cost savings exceeding $300 and realize non-energy benefits such as improved health, safety, and comfort. The award aligns with the program's dual objectives of reducing residential energy consumption while ensuring occupant health and safety in low-income communities.