Recent news
Front Range Passenger Rail could deliver major transportation and environmental benefits
August 24, 2026Chandler Sanchez & Matt Frommer ———————————————————- Colorado is facing a number of transportation challenges, particularly along the Front Range, which is expected to add 1.3 million new residents […]
The cost of energy codes: Is the DOE missing the big picture?
August 18, 2026Robin Yochum, Buildings Program Director ———————————————————- In June 2026, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) released a new analysis1 with a striking claim: nationwide adoption of the 2024 International […]
Colorado's Home Electrification and Appliance Rebate nears its final weeks for Region 2 households: Here’s how to apply
June 29, 2026Carly Peltier, Industrial Program Associate ———————————————————- Colorado’s Home Electrification and Appliance Rebate (HEAR) Program still has $3.4 million for homeowners and renters in Region 21 to receive up […]
SWEEP turns 25: Celebrating our impact, forging ahead to the future
June 11, 2026 ———————————————————- As SWEEP marks its 25-year anniversary this year, there is so much to celebrate. A rich history of impact in advancing energy efficiency in all aspects […]
What CDOT’s 10‑Year Plan budget says about Colorado’s transportation priorities
May 26, 2026 | Matt Frommer & Chandler Sanchez ———————————————————- On May 21, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) updated its 10-Year Plan, allocating billions of transportation dollars over the […]
Press releases & SWEEP statements
Colorado makes progress on affordability, housing, and transportation in 2026 legislative session
Misses key opportunities to manage the impact of data centers, expand access to efficiency upgrades, and fund public transportation.
Four Colorado cities receive over $13 million in pilot-round Transit Oriented Community Infrastructure grants
Colorado cities are moving fast to access state funding for infrastructure supporting affordable housing under HB24-1313.
Phoenix City Council votes to delay Capitol Extension light rail
Statement of Will Greene, Arizona Representative for the Southwest Energy Efficiency Project
SWEEP blog
Front Range Passenger Rail could deliver major transportation and environmental benefits
August 24, 2026Chandler Sanchez & Matt Frommer ———————————————————- Colorado is facing a number of transportation challenges, particularly along the Front Range, which is expected to add 1.3 million new residents […]
The cost of energy codes: Is the DOE missing the big picture?
August 18, 2026Robin Yochum, Buildings Program Director ———————————————————- In June 2026, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) released a new analysis1 with a striking claim: nationwide adoption of the 2024 International […]
Beyond the debate: How Colorado can make inclusionary zoning actually work
August 13, 2026Casi Caldwell This report was originally published at Housing Forward Colorado (a SWEEP project). ———————————————————- Inclusionary zoning (IZ) has become an increasingly common tool for Colorado communities seeking […]
What housing do we actually need? Insights from Colorado’s new Housing Needs Assessments
July 6, 2026Lila Galinkin, Municipal Campaigns Organizer, Housing Forward ColoradoThis report was originally published at Housing Forward Colorado (a SWEEP project). ———————————————————- Colorado’s new Housing Needs Assessments, required under SB […]
Colorado's Home Electrification and Appliance Rebate nears its final weeks for Region 2 households: Here’s how to apply
June 29, 2026Carly Peltier, Industrial Program Associate ———————————————————- Colorado’s Home Electrification and Appliance Rebate (HEAR) Program still has $3.4 million for homeowners and renters in Region 21 to receive up […]
SWEEP turns 25: Celebrating our impact, forging ahead to the future
June 11, 2026 ———————————————————- As SWEEP marks its 25-year anniversary this year, there is so much to celebrate. A rich history of impact in advancing energy efficiency in all aspects […]
Press & op-eds
What’s the status of massive data centers in Colorado? Here’s what you need to know.
The Colorado Sun
Xcel Energy customers may be hit with the largest electric rate increase ever
The Colorado Sun
Events
A big decision could bring cleaner, more energy efficient homes to Colorado
A cleaner, more energy efficient home can reduce pollution, impacting your health and quality of life. It can also cut energy costs. And if you pair that cleaner, energy efficient […]
Suncor refinery update and action webinar
register for the event Please join us Wednesday, July 8, to learn about the history, ongoing environmental justice issues, and regulatory failure of the Suncor Refinery in Commerce City, Colorado. […]
SWEEP 25th Anniversary Celebration
explore sponsorship opportunities register for the event Please join us as we celebrate 25 years of the Southwest Energy Efficiency Project (SWEEP) on Thursday, June 4 from 6:00-8:00pm at the […]
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