May 2026

Welcome to the PACE newsletter! You are receiving this email from Partners for a Clean Environment (PACE), your one-stop shop for all things business sustainability. Each month, we share resources to help Boulder County businesses save money, promote environmental health, and improve climate impact and sustainability. We hope you find the enclosed valuable. If you would like to remove yourself from our list, you can do so here or at the bottom of this email. Thanks for reading!

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Electrification might sound like a big technical term, but the idea is simple. It’s the process of replacing gas-powered equipment with clean, electric options. This helps reduce pollution and often lowers your energy costs. 

Some of the benefits of electrification include:

• Lower fuel and maintenance costs
• Safer, healthier, and more comfortable spaces without harmful gases
• More efficient, high-performing, and future-forward equipment
• Lower greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution

What this looks like depends on your business. Restaurants might switch to electric cooking equipment like combi ovens or induction cooktops. Mobile businesses can replace gas generators with battery systems. Building owners can upgrade to electric or hybrid HVAC and hot water systems. Fleet owners can start transitioning to electric vehicles.

PACE makes it easier to get started with electrification. Our advisors provide free, expert guidance and can connect you with trusted contractors, equipment options, and available rebates. We can also help you stack incentives from local utilities and the State of Colorado to lower project costs even more!

Ready to make the switch? Contact the PACE team to get started at info@pacepartners.com.

Did you know PACE offers higher rebates for some nonprofits and equity priority buildings? These rebates can cover up to 75% of project costs and have higher annual limits than standard rebates.

Your building may qualify if it houses an organization that serves frontline community members: people who are more affected by climate change due to factors like income, language, age, disability, and more. This can include affordable housing and other community-serving spaces. Check out our website for a list of eligible organizations.



A PACE advisor can help you figure out if you're eligible and connect you with the best rebates and other incentives to lower your project costs. Contact us today at info@pacepartners.com to learn more.

The City of Longmont offers a free program to help businesses save money, reduce environmental impact, and gain public recognition.

The Sustainable Business Program supports local businesses in adopting practical and cost-saving sustainability practices. Participating businesses complete industry-specific criteria covering areas like energy efficiency, water conservation, waste reduction, and community impact. As businesses complete criteria from the checklist, they earn points toward Bronze, Silver, or Gold certification. 

What’s new:

• Certification is valid for three years
• Certified businesses are featured on the City of Longmont’s online map and sustainable business directory
• Annual recognition celebrations each fall highlight certified businesses
• Businesses already certified through the Colorado Green Business Network may qualify for a streamlined Bronze certification

Bonus incentive:

Longmont businesses that certify by June 30, 2026 can receive a free HEPA air purifier, Google Nest smart thermostat, or low-flow toilet (while supplies last).

Whether you’re just getting started or already taking steps to improve efficiency, the Sustainable Business Program offers free support, resources, and recognition to help your business thrive.

Visit the Sustainable Business Program website to learn more or get started today!  

Keeping outdoor areas free of trash and debris helps protect our waterways. When stormwater flows across parking lots and streets, it picks up pollutants and sends them into storm drains. When you’re cleaning up for the spring season, make sure to:

• Sweep and pick up all outdoor areas (dumpster, break area, patios, parking lot).
• Keep lids closed on dumpsters and recycling containers and contain liquids before placing in the trash.
• If using soap and water, collect all water that contains soap and dispose of it inside.



Learn more about how your business can protect waterways on the Keep it Clean Partnership website.

Efficiency Works Business offers rebates and incentives to help make lighting upgrades more affordable for local businesses. By retrofitting outdated systems with high efficiency LED fixtures and modern lighting controls, businesses can significantly reduce energy costs, improve lighting quality and lower maintenance needs.

Rebates help offset upfront costs, making it easier to invest in more efficient lighting that delivers long term savings and a more comfortable workspace.

Don’t wait to start saving! Learn how lighting rebates can brighten your business – and your bottom line.

Services are available to commercial electric customers of Estes Park Power and Communications, Fort Collins Utilities, Longmont Power & Communications, or City of Loveland Utilities. To learn more, contact the Efficiency Works Business team at business@efficiencyworks.org.

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