PROGRAMS
Power Together: Energy Solutions for Colorado Communities explores how well energy programs in Colorado are working for people. Sometimes, people may not know these programs exist, or if they do, the applications are hard to fill out, the rules can be confusing, or they can’t understand the language. These programs are meant to help with all kinds of energy needs, from lowering bills to switching to cleaner transportation. See programs below to learn more.
1. billing assistance
Managing energy bills can feel overwhelming. These programs help make bills more manageable:
LEAP: The Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) helps income-qualified households pay a portion of their winter home heating costs. Apply at Colorado PEAK.
Bill Payment Assistance Program: Energy Outreach Colorado (EOC) provides emergency financial assistance for past-due energy bills for income-qualified residents to apply, find a payment assistance agency through Energy Outreach Colorado here.
CMEP: The Chronic Care Collaborative offers reduced electricity rates for those with medical needs. Visit the Chronic Care Collaborative website.
2.ENERGY UPGRADES
Upgrades can save money, improve comfort, and reduce energy use. Programs include:
CARE Program: Provides free home energy upgrades like insulation and efficient appliances. Learn more at the EOC website.
Weatherization Assistance Program: Offers weatherization upgrades for renters and homeowners, focusing on older adults, people with disabilities, and families with young children. Details are on the Colorado Energy Offices’ website.
3.SOLAR ENERGY
Switching to solar power can reduce electricity costs and use renewable energy. Options include:
Solar*Rewards Program: Offers rewards and bill credits for installing solar panels. Income-qualified participants may receive upfront payments. Learn more at Xcel Energy’s Solar*Rewards page.
Community Solar Gardens: Provides solar power to neighborhoods without individual installations. A great choice for renters and those with unsuitable roofs. Learn more at Energy Outreach Colorado or Xcel Energy Community Solar.
4.ELECTRIC VEHICLES (EVs)
EVs save money on gas and are better for the environment, but upfront costs and home charger installation remain concerns.
EV Rebates: Find the latest residential EV and home-charger incentives. Details at Xcel Energy’s EV Charging Programs page.
Charging Station Support: Helps cover home charger installation costs with enhanced rebates for impacted communities. Details are available on Xcel Energy’s EV Charging Program’s Page.
WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU
If you signed up for these programs — or tried but couldn’t —we want to hear from you! Go to our Contact Us page to talk to one of our Community Action Partners. These trusted local partners are here to listen, learn about your experience, and share your feedback with the Power Together team so we can help improve programs for everyone in Colorado.