Weatherization Electrification Together Initiative

The W/E Together initiative improves building efficiency by tackling the challenge of heating and cooling from two different directions: first, improve the building envelope to reduce energy loss, and second, install high-efficiency, right-sized electric appliances to reduce the amount of energy needed for heating and cooling. These appliances can also lower peak demand, reducing stress on the grid. This inside and out approach will lower bills, improve air quality and, scaled up, can promote a robust, resilient and equitable energy system.

La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) helps fund Colorado’s Affordable Residential Energy Program (CARE), which provides weatherization and energy efficiency rebates for income-qualified members. LPEA partners with Four Corners Office for Resource Efficiency to administer the program at no cost to members. Eligible upgrades may include insulation, refrigerators, LEDs, shower heads, air sealing, and qualifying furnaces and water heaters.