COLORADO BUSINESSES – CUT ENERGY USE, REDUCE DEMAND AND SAVE MONEY!

How energy efficient is my business? Let's find out.

Average Energy (natural gas and electricity combined) Costs Per Square Foot for Different Business Types

Education	$1.14
Food sales	$4.17
Food service	$4.08
Health care	$2.51
Lodging	$1.43
Retail	$1.34
Office	$1.58
Public assembly	$1.25
Religious Worship	$0.62
Service	$1.28
Warehouse/Storage	$0.77

In dollars, about how much do you spend annually on energy (electricity and natural gas)?

How large is your facility in square feet?

Your calculated annual energy costs per square foot ($/sf):

Calculation Source: Energy Information Administration’s 2003 Commercial Building Energy Consumption Survey and the Energy Information Administration’s 2007 Commercial Sector Energy Price Estimates by Source for the State of Colorado.

Colorado businesses and public institutions have numerous opportunities to save money by cutting energy use and reducing peak demand by implementing low cost tips, making wise investments and taking advantage of available incentives and rebates. By visiting this site, you have already taken the first step towards saving money by actively seeking out cost-effective ways to reduce your energy use. Let us help guide you through how to get started and the best places to look for savings opportunities. Explore the following links to find more information on how your business can save.

COMMERCIAL AND PUBLIC BUILDING RESOURCES

HAVE AN EXISTING BUILDING?

Explore top energy saving opportunities that can improve your building’s performance and make the occupants more comfortable.

RUNNING A SMALL BUSINESS?

Small businesses have unique opportunities and challenges related to saving energy and money. View tips for reducing your energy costs while protecting your cash flow.

CONSTRUCTING A NEW FACILITY?

New construction presents numerous opportunities for making wise upfront investments that will yield significant savings over the life of your building.