Buildings in Larimer County use a lot of energy, which can affect the air and environment. Saving energy is an easy and affordable way to make a difference.
According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), using less energy can lower your utility bills and reduce pollution. Homeowners can use the links below for resources, and businesses can visit this page for helpful information.
Energy-efficient homes and buildings can also use renewable energy, which doesn’t release harmful substances. Have you thought about adding solar to your home? Check out our page for resources and guidance on how the County can help you take the next steps.
To find out about health and environmental effects, go to the Larimer County Health, Well-Being, and Resilience Dashboard.
Larimer County's Internal Sustainability Plan states a goal of reducing our impact on the environment while improving comfort and efficiency. We can do this through the way we use energy and water and generate waste. This can in turn improve the county's economic sustainability.
To reach this goal, we aim to cut County energy use emissions and are working on a long-term plan to improve energy efficiency and use renewable energy sources.
